Category: Brocante
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Between the Pages: The Scrapbook
We have always had a way of honoring the little things. That tiny chocolate paper? It could be part of a schoolchild’s collection, a young girl’s diary, or a grandmother’s recipe notebook, pressed next to a hand-written ingredient list for…
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Ancient Threads of Devotion
Tapestries from centuries ago were more than decorative—they were narratives in rich hues and textures, portable emblems of wealth and piety. They wrapped storied scenes around the walls of chateaux, fortresses and churches. Centuries old tapestries wove more than silk…
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Saint Omer, Blue Pitchers for Hard Cider
Yesterday’s shared photo of the striking blue-and-white pitchers on my blog—the response was overwhelming! Many of you have asked: What are these? Where do they come from? Are they costly? The answer: these are beautiful examples of Saint-Omer pottery, a…
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French la Vie on the Road
The moment they stepped into the van—hugs, sparkles in their eyes, laughter already filled the air—I knew, just knew, the week ahead was going to be one for the memory books. Oh, what a lucky duck I am. Another group completely,…
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At Last the Dates Are Set
At last, we’re announcing the 2026 dates for French la Vie! I say “at last” because so many of you have written to ask if there’s any availability this year—and sadly, there isn’t. We’ve been incredibly fortunate that our groups…
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Going Beyond the Back of the Truck
A few years ago, at an antique market tucked in the folds of the French countryside, I came upon a stand that made my heart skip. Everything there whispered to me—colors, textures, stories. I wanted to jump right into the…