Sunday, August 30, 2009

Shabby Chic Withdrawals?


I adore the crisp simplicity

of


Shabby Chic
Design & Attitude~

I have learned from her,

I respect her

&

I miss her....



Best known for her comfy


white slipcovers,


chandeliers

&

time worn treasures~



Such Pretty Things

took this picture of this pretty

little French vignette
left alone in the window
of the store that is now closed...


I love these

Pink dupioni silk

curtians that Rachel

designed~


Well... you probally already know...

but just in case you don't...

I am very excited to share with you

Rachel's New book

Shabby Chic Interiors

My Rooms, Treasures & Trinkets

You can buy it Here!

I think it is a must to own

so we never

lose our Shabby Chic

time worn attitudes~



A sweet picture

just for you

to have a Beautiful week

my Charming friends~

xox's


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21 comments:

  1. ShazAugust 30, 2009 at 9:57 PM

    Have had my copy on pre-order from Amazon for quite some time. I can't wait to get it.
    Thank you for such a lovely blog - it is so light and whimsical. It makes my day.

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  2. Cindy@CutepinkstuffAugust 30, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    I can relate! When I found out the Shabby Chic store in Malibu, CA was closed, I felt like crying. Yes, Rachel Ashwell is having a book signing in Malibu in October and I plan to be there to meet her in person and get a signed copy! That will be a blessed day!

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  3. Simply Mel {Reverie}August 30, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    Just this afternoon I walked by the now closed Shabby Chic in Corte Madera, and I thought to myself how much I missed all the Shabby Chic delights! And now, you just gave me the answer to my longing...thank you!

    Wishing you a spectacular week!

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  4. debra@dustjacketAugust 30, 2009 at 10:54 PM

    Oh how beautiful! Don't you just feel like reaching out and putting that dress on, the shoes too and off we go .....
    xoxo

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  5. cateAugust 30, 2009 at 11:51 PM

    I miss her too!!

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  6. Suzy's Vintage AtticAugust 31, 2009 at 2:00 AM

    What beautiful photos. The decor is chic and calm. I do like her books.
    Isabelle x

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  7. Sea WitchAugust 31, 2009 at 4:03 AM

    Not withdrawals. Shabby is growing up and I love the clean, sophistication she has taken on. Lovely photos. Sea Witch

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  8. Chris August 31, 2009 at 4:54 AM

    Love it. I was so sad that the Shabby Chic in our mall closed (not that I could afford anything) but it made me happy to walk around and dream about some of the things. Especially the chandeliers.

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  9. A Gift Wrapped LifeAugust 31, 2009 at 5:25 AM

    What a great looking book which I am sure will do well.......she has such a loyal following. She probably doesn't miss her stores, now she will have time to write and inspire more!

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  10. koraleeAugust 31, 2009 at 6:39 AM

    I adore Rachel Ashwell...I own all her books but this one...so it's a must I get it! Her style will never be out in my world...White sofas...soft colours...so so lovely...thank you for sharing today...Have a beautiful week yourself! xoxoxo

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  11. UnknownAugust 31, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    Oh, I know, it is such a shame. I miss her stores, I am a big fan- def will buy the book -lovely post...
    Karen

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  12. LaraAugust 31, 2009 at 12:14 PM

    that book looks scrumptious :)
    i love r's blouse & jeans on the cover.
    and i will miss her chicago shabby chic loc.
    i actually found simply shabby chic sheets at
    goodwill a couple weeks ago & the quality of them is VERY fine. XO

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  13. DanaAugust 31, 2009 at 2:01 PM

    I have a few of her things and cherish them.
    I must get the book too!
    Have a wonderful week.
    xo~Dana

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  14. Jacqueline @ HOMESeptember 1, 2009 at 2:48 AM

    I have always loved Rachel Ashwell's style and have two of her books...looks like a third will be joining them !!!!!
    I read her web site just after she started closing down her shops and she is very upset about it but does hint that she hopes to open up again in the future. It doesn't affect me as she didn;t have a shop in the U.K but I loved her online shop. Let's hope she will be up and running again sometime in the near future.....meanwhile, we will just have to keep looking at her books. Thanks for reminding us of her wonderful style, Janet. XXXX

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  15. Jacqueline @ HOMESeptember 1, 2009 at 2:49 AM

    P.S. Hope that the fires aren't affecting you Janet.

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 1, 2009 at 4:52 AM

    I do miss her, too! She just might come back, though, if the economy could pick back up, again. She hinted that she may try a comeback at some time. I used to enjoy a store (thecatsmeow.com) with Shabby Chic products in Venice, Florida. They since moved but, I believe they are still in business as Rachel Ashwell was only part of their business. Lovely post.

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  17. UnknownSeptember 1, 2009 at 6:57 AM

    She was a pioneer...love her stuff and I have a lot of it. The pictures you've shown are gorgeous!!! I didn't even know she has a new book out.

    :) T

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  18. LeeSeptember 2, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    I enjoyed your blog and will be back...I am putting you on my blog roll. Thanks for the fun.
    Lee

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  19. Di OvertonSeptember 3, 2009 at 12:25 AM

    She is one clever lady, way ahead of her time. I would kill for that bed in the first picture.

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  20. AnonymousSeptember 4, 2009 at 9:45 AM

    i miss her too and will definitely buy the book... thanks for all of your sweet comments... they mean so much... yes... my store is chock full of vintage... it is my total passion... red ticking

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  21. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    I'm a hockey playing,motorcycle drivin',loud music blasting guy...that owns a Shabby Chic store!
    So there is hope for ALL men.
    www.thesugarbayercottagecompany.com

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