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Oh so easy to be a guest when the hospitality and friendship are extended so freely.
Considering we barely slept fpr talking so much I would say we had an absolutely wonderful time!! xoxo N & P
When Friends Come to Visit
When friends come to visit, the talk is non stop late until the night. They come bearing gifts from afar. The wonder, when they bring chocolates from their stop in Marseille, not just any shop but the oldest in the city...1760. How did they know? Dromel Aine. Funny name for ...
well ok then.. you don't have to twist my arm! I'm coming right over!! : )
When Visiting Provence... and the winners of Yesterday's Guessing Game
Provence rocky soil, blue sky, Mediterranean coastline, tiled roof tops, wild country side... Each region of France has its key elements, its personality, its style. Provence can be described in color: Yellow, blue, burnt orange... Described by taste: Garlic, olive, tomato, basil, melon, almo...
Years ago I happened upon a lovely cottage on " Pudding Pie Lane"
in England and have lusted to live on such a luscious -sounding street. Alas I haven't found any such lovely and quirky street names in my part of America as of yet! xo N
The Meaning of Cute Signs, or How Not to be French
The impasse that we live on does not have a street sign, though it is has a name that nobody in our village knows of. Instead they refer to it as, "Where Monsieur Dupont use to live." To complicate the matter the post man did not know our street, and yet the postal service insisted that we us...
Bonjour Corey..
Thank you so much for your dedication and sharing of your life and love and Brocante!! Your writing has been a part of my morning ritual for the last 7 years! I pour myself a cup a of tea and check in to your blog to start my day off with the beauty and wit and family life that you so lovingly portray. Congratulations to you and I thank you with humble heart for enhancing my days. xoxoxo N
Tongue in Cheek is Seven Years Old!!!
2005 Seven years ago today I started a blog. I looked like this. Like many I didn't know what a blog was. My friend Kristi, French Word a Day, told me about blogging and dared me to tell my stories. I accepted her dare: Write daily for a year. And I did. I poured my thoughts, my prayers, ...
Fairytale or not... the process sometimes is more important than the outcome! Or perhaps more fulfilling! Love you...miss you xoxoxox Nicol
January Fairytale...
Life has been so full lately that time seems to blur... How I wish I could step into a fairytale and believe that everything ends good...
thank you all for your lovely sentiments! xo N
The Best We Can Do!
Please join us for The Best We Can Do Wednesday March 30 8 pm EDT Until then here are a few sneak peeks!!! Looking forward to seeing you there!!!
Hello Carola
Thanks so much for all of the info on the bunnies! I just knew that I loved them and purchased them for their lovely patina... broken bits and all. and truly they are not in that great of shape but I find that it just adds to their charm. and I never paid more than 25- for any one of them.
and Cynthia... thanks so much for your lovely wishes!!!
Easter Greetings!
Thanks so much Elma!
and Cynthia... the berries are the very palest pink silk velvet and yes I made them! Thanks for the good wishes!
West Coast..... East Coast!
Work is in progress for two great shows coming up in May! On the West Coast... May 7 in Napa CA at the American Folkart Festival On the East Coast... May 21 and 22 in New York at Earthangels Spring Fling Hope to see you there!!!
Hello Carola!
these are bunnies that I found at the flea market...I assume they are German but none of them are marked. I just love their rustic beauty! Greetings to you and happy Easter wishes to you in Germany....xo N
Easter Greetings!
Thanks so much Len for your comment!
The Best We Can Do!
Please join us for The Best We Can Do Wednesday March 30 8 pm EDT Until then here are a few sneak peeks!!! Looking forward to seeing you there!!!
Thank you for all the holiday wishes!
Best wishes for the season!
Thank you Mitzi!
Double Scoop!
I've just been handed a double scoop of fortune! Not only did Prims Magazine come out this month but Where Women Create- Book of Inspiration. Jo Packham and Jenny Doh did a fabulous job with this book and I am so honored and humbled that they included me with so many other wonderful ar...
Thank you so much Carolyn for your kind comments!
Witches!
I'll be at American Harvest tomorrow 9/11 from 10-1 .... Hope to see you there!
Thank you Tracey , oh dearest cousin of mine! Love you all! xoxoox Nicol
Prims Magazine
I have just received a copy of the Premier issue of Prims magazine. They did a wonderful job and it's so nice to be included with other great artists. I am so pleased with how they put together my article and my photos. It's very ME! You may order your copy directly from ...
Thank you all for your very kind words... xo Nicol
Prims Magazine
I have just received a copy of the Premier issue of Prims magazine. They did a wonderful job and it's so nice to be included with other great artists. I am so pleased with how they put together my article and my photos. It's very ME! You may order your copy directly from ...
Thank you all for your very kind support! xo Nicol
Prims Magazine
I have just received a copy of the Premier issue of Prims magazine. They did a wonderful job and it's so nice to be included with other great artists. I am so pleased with how they put together my article and my photos. It's very ME! You may order your copy directly from ...
Thank You Dear Christine...
I cant wait to be charmed by you as well in the next issue xo Nicol
Prims Magazine
I have just received a copy of the Premier issue of Prims magazine. They did a wonderful job and it's so nice to be included with other great artists. I am so pleased with how they put together my article and my photos. It's very ME! You may order your copy directly from ...
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Mar 15, 2010
Hello Cynthia you are the dearest!
I thank you so much for your very kind words and enthusiasm. It was great meeting you last year and I look forward to it again in the fall. My very best to you and a Happy New Year! xoxo Nicol
ringing out...
.... the end of an old year and that of a decade too I want to take just a minute and thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your inspiration and encouragement for these last ten years of creating...my, how far we have come! From pattern-making to national shows, magazine a...
Hi Cynthia
Thank you so much for your good wishes and kind comments! The fabric is linen but not as old as it looks... I found it absolutely delicious and a joy to work with as it has all of the elements of the past that I love! xo Nicol
getting ready...
My fingers are flying this holiday eve fashioning a dolls gown fit for the festivities tomorrow night!
Thank You Carola! I love that door too...eventually it will actually be installed in a doorway but for now it is the door to nowhere! Frohe Weihnachten!
and then there was light......
The thing I love the most about Christmas are the lights. Twinkling , glowing , casting a magical spell about the house. The reflections are almost better than the source of the illumination...they catch you by surprise sometimes. I love the reflections of tinsel and the glow o...
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Hi Margaret
My studio is bursting with tinsel and Christmas baubles and dolls dancing in anticipation of the holiday...
a few elves would be welcome here! xo N
That most wonderful time...
Yes, it's already that time of year! I have been sorting and sifting and unpacking all of my Christmas treasures in the studio. I've surrounded myself with holiday trinkets and shiny baubles for inspiration. I just love this patina and soft colors there is nothing in the worl...
Hi Nancy
You're a doll ....thank you so much! Nicol
Cabinet of Curiosities
At the entrance to the studio is my wonderful antique display case full of all manner of curiosities I've gathered from far and wide. Just gazing at all of the little bits and bobs sparks my imagination and I can keep all of my treasures within easy reach and easy viewing. I love m...
so glad you "get " me !!! xoxox Nicol
Call me old-fashioned...
I wish to send a heartfelt thank-you to all of you who have invited me to be your friend on FaceBook. And truly...I want to be your friend. But, I tell you, I don't have the brain capacity these days to learn something new. Not that I am that technically challenged mind yo...
Hello Margaret
what a very kind message...thank you so much! I had a little browse round your blog as well...beautiful work!
My very best to you! Nicol
Things are not as they seem.....
tis the season for disguises and masquerades... Join us tomorrow night Sept 2 at 9pm Est at The Best We Can Do
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