My little French corner (no, not French Quarter) is in our front entry. Although the tea table is not French, it is a piece of furniture I’ve always loved. My Mother bought it for me when we were antiquing together about 35 years ago. I love the beaded wood and the original glass in the doors. (That glass does NOT need to be cleaned. That is glare from the lights in the room. That’s my story, and I’m stickin’ to it!)
When I spotted this cloche with all the Frenchiness on it, I had to order it.
Can you see my little Quimper pottery French people who populate this cloche?
Please pretend that this tarnished silverware and the vintage blue vase that holds it are French.
My brandy snifter, turned upside down to simulate a cloche, holds a little drawing of the Eiffel Tower.
I bought this framed tapestry at an estate sale several years ago.
The French book belonged to my Mother.
When my sweetheart and I were newlyweds, I found these pieces of needlepoint in a junk store. They must have been created by someone in the same personality group as me. She never made them into whatever they were supposed to become, so I framed them. I think the little boy on the rocking horse is holding a French flag, so I have decided they are French.
Between those “French” needlepoint pictures, I hung another framed tapestry I purchased at an estate sale. I apologize for all the glare in my photos. I didn’t realize I was posting such glare-producing photos – cloches and glass fronted pictures. What was I thinking?
14 comments:
I love the toile settee. It's very French looking. The miniatures are so cute. Perfect for a cloche. Laurie, what are the figurines up on the shelves? They look interesting too.
I enjoyed so much learning about your little French corner. Everything in it plays off each other beautifully. I especially love the framed needlepoint pictures and the larger tapestry picture, but it all is fascinating. And do tell, what is all the interesting silver behind the glass doors in the lovely table?
Enjoyed seeing your little french corner in your home - thanks for sharing. I am sure you have been busy taking care of your grands.
Have a great week.
Laurie, loved a visit to your French Corner. It is full of goodies. Thanks for sharing it with us. Who makes the cloche? I may need to order one of these. LOL
~ Sarah
Laurie, your little people are so sweet. I've never seen those before. You have more fun little spots than anybody.
I love that piece Laurie...just love it! And all of your wonderful frenchiness! And that cloche...gorgeous!
You have the funnest, cutest and best stuff!
I know how busy it is with little ones around, take care dear.
Big Hugs,
Cindy
Oh wow, I love it all. Your french corner is wonderful. Love the tapestry's, they are beautiful, and of course the "french" cloche is definitely my favorite. What a super find. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs, marty
You have mini qui per people! I had no idea of such a thing...so sweet!
Love your french corner with the perfect details. The cloche with the mini french people is darling.
Have a great day.
Hugs, Celestina Marie
So Frenchy, love your "little people" under the cloche. Your header is also perfect for St. Patrick's Day.
I love the French toile and oh, the cloche too! Both have captured my heart! <3
I refuse to check the other comments to see if someone has already said, "ooh la la!" I want to pretend to be the first to be so Frenchy in my comment. Ha!
I love every detail, and my favorite part of all is the fact that you even have a French book for the finishing touch.
It's funny how themes seem to run through my favorite blogs. I was thinking of posting a French-themed vignette tomorrow and here you are with your very beautiful corner. And you know that I covet those Breton figurines. Lovely visit to your home!
You've put together such a pretty spot to enjoy. It's so much nicer to collect things over time!
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