Tag Archives: Shops

Muriel Grateau: A Favorite Paris Shop

November 29, 2012

The very subtle store front of Muriel Grateau at 37, rue de Beaune.Slideshow

Several months ago I wrote about my favorite shop in Paris, Muriel Grateau. I, clearly, am not the only one to find her and her shop an inspiration. Last Saturday the WSJ Off Duty section did an interview: 20 Odd Questions with Muriel Grateau.  I have attaching a link to the article and reposted my own:

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Dering Hall

November 27, 2012

Hand Beaten Mirror by SoaneSlideshow

I have been searching for a large mirror for my sitting/dressing room for too long. I decided it needed to have a gold leaf frame with a lovely worn finish, perhaps a little decoration and, of course, I needed a specific size. I imagined I would easily find it in one of the “antiques” centers I visit regularly. Alas, nothing with the right finish or size has yet to catch my eye or suit my pocketbook. So it was on to the web. I love the Dering Hall site and decided to shop there. I’m having a great time exploring the mirrors they offer.

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Privet House at Christmas

November 23, 2012

An ornament tree as you enter the shop. You immediately feel the holiday spirit.Slideshow

I love small shops whose owners so tastefully decorate for the holidays. This past weekend I went back to the Privet House in Warren, Ct to find a couple of last minute gifts and was delighted to see the shop looking so festive. There were great gift ideas for everyone on your list from the dog to the smallest child.

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New Book: Dish 813 colorful, wonderful dinner plates

November 21, 2012

Classic white dishes are faultlessly appropriate and always elegant. The white surface allows the food to be the star. Hostesses like the versatility of white dishes because they can be dressed up or down.Slideshow

Last week I went to The Hickory Stick Bookshop, my very favorite book store, in Washington Depot, CT. They have a delightful and personal inventory that always includes the latest books on design. Waiting for me on the shelf was a new book by Shax Riegler; 813 colorful, wonderful dinner plates. Despite the fact that most of my own dinnerware is white or cream, I love decorated plates. They bring design, color and drama to the dining table says Shax, whose day job is Features editorEat House Beautiful.

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