Monday, July 19, 2010

My Paris Flea Market

I want to introduce you
to my mentor and one of my
very best friends!
Lucy from

It all began almost 20 years ago,
before shabby was chic,
before anyone painted furniture white,
before faded silk & old cabbage rose fabric,
before chandeliers became a necessity~
I peeked in her windows before I met her
with another friend of mine
who told me all about her...

OMG!!!

I knew I would never be the same.
I had just found the
Real Goddess of HOME~
I wanted my house to look...
Just. Like. Hers!


I saw
HUGE old crystal beaded chandeliers
turning lavender, from the sun,
BIG White Crusty Seashells,
OLD Cement Garden Statues & Urns!
A home that honestly looked just like I pictured
Heaven to be~


I have followed her everyday since
with the utmost respect.
If you want,
you can take a peek at Lucy's online shop


Lucy has also just created
a brand new new blog!!!
You must go visit & follow Lucy's world
with me HERE!
You will be happy you did!
Have a good week my darling ones!!!

XO

fin
~
photos 1,2 & 3 Paris Flea Market
photo 4&5 flicker
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26 comments:

  1. Paris Hotel BoutiqueJuly 19, 2010 at 6:35 PM

    Thanks to you introducing me to Lucy all those years ago. She truly was an inspiration to so many of us and really started the "shabby" movement before anyone. I don't know if everyone realizes that, but I'm so glad that you did this post so now they will.

    Kudos to Lucy! She is the Queen and still the role model for all!!!

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  2. No nameJuly 19, 2010 at 6:50 PM

    Like you, I've always loved shabby, white, pink, aged and old. Chandeliers have always been a favorite since childhood.

    I love your photos...that pink bus is to cute :)

    Blessings,
    Shanna

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  3. Playing SublimelyJuly 19, 2010 at 6:54 PM

    I too have fallen in love my friend..thanks for the introduction!

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  4. KaleeJuly 19, 2010 at 7:08 PM

    How exciting about her new venture-I am off to check it out now!

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  5. Erin Walsh DesignJuly 19, 2010 at 7:38 PM

    That blue chandelier is so beautiful!

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  6. koraleeJuly 19, 2010 at 8:53 PM

    Anyone with the sweet name Lucy has to be amazing. Thank you for sharing your Joy with us...I am so eager to meet up with this amazing gal. xoxoxo
    Happy week my friend.

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  7. debra@dustjacketJuly 19, 2010 at 9:14 PM

    Oh how gorgeous are these pictures, I love the one of the truck. I will be visiting Lucy's blog for sure.
    xoxo Dj

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  8. Teresa HatfieldJuly 19, 2010 at 9:54 PM

    I am obsessed with chandeliers. I love this post and your blog. I especially love the first photograph!
    Teresa (Splendid Sass)

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  9. M.A. the 2nd ~ Frances RussellJuly 19, 2010 at 10:59 PM

    Dear French Blue ... thank-you so much for such a beautiful post and so beautifully written! I will go and visit Lucy immediately! The chandeliers are divine and I can never get enough of them! I am currently waiting for mine to arrive for my kitchen! Have a lovely day....
    M.A. the 2nd

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  10. KarenaJuly 19, 2010 at 11:44 PM

    Janet,

    I am excited to visit Lucy's site. Thank you for sharing these beautiful images!

    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  11. MartinaJuly 20, 2010 at 1:56 AM

    Wonderful! Chandeliers are on of my themes for painting at the moment, so this is really inspiring. And this french-chateau style is great - will check out her blog :)

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  12. La Mom-an American Mom in ParisJuly 20, 2010 at 3:42 AM

    Thanks for the tip about Lucy's site. J'adooore!

    La Mom
    An American Mom in Paris

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  13. Sandy @ My Shabby Streamside StudioJuly 20, 2010 at 7:10 AM

    I love her style, introduced via Romantic Country!

    I'd have to win the lottery to afford her stuff, but looking is free!

    Thanks for the tip,

    Tootles,

    Sandy @ My Shabby Streamside Studio
    http://myshabbystreamsidestudio.blogspot.com/

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  14. à la parisienneJuly 20, 2010 at 12:11 PM

    Janet,

    Thank you for introducing us to your friend. I am sure that I have seen her in magazines before...as I have loved this style for years! Her shop has some very gorgeous items!!!

    Have a splendid week!
    Mandy

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  15. SplenderosaJuly 20, 2010 at 1:51 PM

    Absolutely, going right over. The pics on your post were enough to inspire everyone on the planet to visit her shop. Thank you for this.
    xx's

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  16. Sarah KlassenJuly 20, 2010 at 4:11 PM

    You have such a lovely blog here -- I just discovered you today, and cannot wait to read through a few more of your posts.

    Wishing you a fabulous day,

    :)

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  17. Mona Thompson Providence Ltd.July 20, 2010 at 7:27 PM

    Thanks for the introduction. I'm off to visit Lucy right now.

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  18. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeJuly 21, 2010 at 3:00 AM

    I've already checked her blog out and it's beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing!!! Blessings~~~ Daphne

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  19. Jacqueline @ HOMEJuly 21, 2010 at 6:59 PM

    Hi Janet,
    I will definitely be going to all of Lucy's sites.....it all looks so beautiful and very 'me'.
    I am so sorry that I keep being late with my comments....I can't seem to catch up since being away !!
    P.S. I love that picture of the chandelier in the van. XXXX

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  20. UnknownJuly 22, 2010 at 6:54 AM

    I can certainly see why ! Another charmng talented lady as yourself friend...

    off to peruse,

    Karen

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  21. La DolfinaJuly 22, 2010 at 8:46 AM

    I can see why you two hit it off!
    Kindred spirits for sure. Her treasures are stunning. Thanks for introducing us to your mentor, she'll be a lovely addition to our world in blogland :)
    Love,
    Terri

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  22. JoytiJuly 22, 2010 at 9:38 PM

    Wow, it sounds amazing .... and looks amazing!

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  23. Ingrid MidaJuly 23, 2010 at 5:16 AM

    Oh what lovely things... We MUST meet up in Escondido at her store when I'm next in town. If only I lived a little bit closer and could deck out my studio with her beautiful pieces. Have a lovely weekend my friend!

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  24. vicki archerJuly 23, 2010 at 11:25 PM

    I love these shots Janet......love that blog too. Happy weekend....xv

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  25. Jane, Naples, FloridaJuly 24, 2010 at 8:30 AM

    What a delight!

    Jane
    Flora Doora

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  26. Ms Bingles Vintage ChristmasJuly 24, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    Wow, your pictures are just beautiful!
    I love your blog!
    Thank you for sharing!
    My blog has a new look and your invited!
    Please come by...
    Have a good evening!
    Leticia
    www.msbinglesvintagechristmas.com

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