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This post is being written by a weary blogger! Today is a bank holiday and I was at fairs from 5- 9am this morning, so now that I’m home, and I’ve taken my pictures, I shall find a deckchair in the shade
The goodies in today’s loot shoot are not all from the weekend’s fairs. Today’s loot shoot is the result of fairs today and yesterday, plus a happy encounter during the week.
I was thrilled to find several paintings,
very happy with a pair of old chairs with wonderful patina, and amused to find some old pieces of tapestry, that I shall either put into the store as they are, or make up into pretty little cushions, backed with linen.
I am very happy with the ’boutis’, the French name for a quilted cover. In France there isn’t a tradition for patchwork, but now and again we find these cotton boutis. Cotton, backed with cotton and interlined with a wool stuffing then hand stitched to quilt.
I found some great old tea cloths, one of which still has its original shop label ‘au bon marché! A wonderful street sign… does anyone know a Robert?! This would make a great Father’s day gift.
A small collection of tiny zinc signs, and some culinary duck moulds. Also the sweetest small size enamel pitchers.
Let me know if you would like any more information about anything here. I really promise to put them into the store today and tomorrow, but if there’s anything you’d like to purchase before it is listed just email me.
Hope your week is off to a good start…
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I like the paintings and the boutis are lovely. Could we purchase on line then you mail them overseas?
Hallo Sharon, you did a very nice hunt these days.Could'nt do the tapestry pieces for sitting pillows for the two "new"chairs?I think they would look really french that way.I love the boutis but as I have read the way of stuffing them,I stoped thinking about doing it myself, I just adore them if the future.Have a nice rest if you found a deckchair.Love from the Plain in Hungary Dorka http://www.dorottyaudvar.co.hu
Wonderful loot shoot! What type of vehicle do you drive??? haha You must be very skilled at packing! lol
A brilliant start to the week… thamks!
Wow! Nice haul – I especially love the "chocolat" crate!
Gorgeous. YOu found some fabulous treasures. Hugs Marty
He Sharon
I love the old tapestries, so beautiful and aged to perfection
Enjoy your day you deserve it
Helen xx
I like the pretty little sconces, they have great detail.
Your finds are great! I have my eye on the chocolate crate.
What wonderful "loot". I am trying not to envy you.
Looks like you find a lot of great items Sharon I can't wait to see them in your shop!
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Debra~
beautiful, I like the scenery, I'm getting to know France for their posted images.
How fun! So many beautiful things…what a dream to be able to "shop" this way!!
We are moving. Leaving Argentina. Going from City Life to NY Country Life.
I need everything that you have here in your photos ! 🙂
besitos. C
Sharon,
I love your loot shoots! This looks like it was filled with wonderful things. I love the zinc signs, the wooden box with the cubbies, the linens, and the teal blue enamel pitcher. Wonderful~
I can only dream…so don't wake me up! Everything is beautiful.
Hi, Love your style and the fun finds. I am coming to Paris for a first time visit in June and was wondering if you have any suggestions on where to find treasures like these in the city. WOuld love to come home with some truly French finds to decorate my French Country style home. My email is kristimhorton@yahoo.com
Thanks, Kristi
I have to wonder what you leave behind when you bring these incredible finds home.
There must be an endless supply in France.
Our sales are sad by comparison…
enjoy your R&R; you've earned it!
Sharon,
I collect old wine case stencils in copper or brass. Should you run into any in your shopping, I would be happy to buy them. I feel like I have a "personal shopper" looking out for me. Thanks so much…Michelle
Wow these are amazing love everything, just found your beautiful blog I'm now following you so I can visit and keep in touch often. Hope you have a wonderful week my friend.
Always Wendy
Of course Pamela, you are welcome to contact me directly or wait until they are listed in the brocante store, and simply buy via paypal.
Thank you for asking
Nice idea Dorka, I would have loved to refit the chairs with some of the tapestry pieces I found, but unfortunately the sizes don't work
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a big car Jenny, and a packing technique called open the door and throw it into the closest space!
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thank you Helen, I was pleased to find them too
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yum!!
C'est tout delicieux!
Nobody should ever do envy, don't forget about getting out of bed at 4, walking around in rain or shine, getting dirty hands…
thank you Debra
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they'd all fit into your store perfectly Kris
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Your best bet is the flea markets at Clignancourt and Marché de Vanves. Not always cheap but you'll find a huge selection
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No I'm afraid there isn't an endless supply, I'd say we're seeing the last generation of houses being emptied of treasure, after that it will be via dealers only. In fact today already, dealers are the best way to buy if you want to be sure of finding a good selection.
Interesting Michelle, that's not something I've seen around here. Would probably be easier to find in a wine producing area of France 🙂
Thank you Wendi
Merci Anne et bonne semaine
Oh Sharon, you did it once again. What a great variety of really nice loot. I would be thrilled with any single item in these shots. The signs and plaques are just wonderful and the paintings… what treasures.
Dear Sharon, I am really interested in the "allee Robert" sign- my husband, a delightful Robert, who studied at Montpellier University years ago just turned 40 and it would be the perfect present for him. Please could you let me know if it is still available and details etc.( I am based in Hampshire GB) We have 2 boys 2 & under so I read your wonderful blog at the end of busy days for a dose of sophistication and style, which you always deliver! my email is drusillabrodrickATgmail.com, I couldn't get alink to work. regards, Drusilla
Love that old painting!!!
As usual awe inspiring goodies….I love the chairs and are those easter egg /chocolate moulds on the table, so sweet
Sharon,
What an amazing collection of treasures, you deserve a rest after that! Are French fairs full of such good loot to buy, or are you an expert in spotting the treasures?
Sarah
OMG, what fantastic finds. Oh, how I wish we had those kind of fairs here.
OMG, I am overwhelmed with all this goodness. Do you have a guest room I could rent? :)'s
oh my word! I'm drooling over every little thing. We certainly have the same shopping tastes! And that transferware cup is stunning!
Impressive the beautiful things you found this weekend. I can't make up my mind which I like best but keep going back to look at the old pieces of tapestry.
Love that art work and the linens
Love love all those finds….how I wish I could go shopping for loot with you!
Shel ♥
You got a lot of great stuff! You lucky gal!
Lots of goo things here, I particularly like the boutis. Hope you enjoyed a rest in the shade after your early start:)
I will definitely check on that signs when I am there!
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