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Vintage French Childrens Book Fables de La Fontaine / Rare 1982 Edition Illustrated by Romain Simon / Gautier Languereau Publishers
Vintage 1960s Sundress Cocktail Sheath Dress / Advance 9770 / Size 18 Bust 38
Vintage Maxann Charm Bracelet with British Style Charms and Enamel Hearts
Author Archives: Lynette
If You Think I’m going to be Flattered by your Visit You’re mistaken
“After dinner they went into the sitting room, where the cook announced the Viscountess de Montmort. This lady, naturally, did not associate with the middle-class people of the village; she wouldn’t invite them into her home any more than she would … Continue reading
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Tagged History of France, human nature, quote, Suite Francaise, World War II
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New Bling for Spring at Penelope’s!
New Bling is in at Penelope’s…all the best we found on our shopping trip to Atlanta Gift Market! The bigger the better, with jewel tones and crystals and sparkle! Pearly bracelets with dangling glass hearts and charm bracelets with many … Continue reading
What he loved in horses was what he loved in men
” He rode with the sun coppering his face and the red wind blowing out of the west. He turned south along the old war trail and he rode to the crest of a low rise and dismounted and dropped the … Continue reading
Love Seeps into the Machinery of Life
“Love is an ancient delirium, a desire older than civilization, with taproots stretching deep into dark and mysterious days…..Love, like truth, is the unassailable defense. Whoever first said ‘love makes the world go around’ (it was an anonymous Frenchman) … Continue reading
From Paris to Portland Oregon: the fashion journey of a scarf
It takes five years for a new fashion item to go from the streets of Paris to the streets of Portland Oregon. That’s what I was told at the Atlanta Gift Market this January. And sure enough, I can vouch … Continue reading
Niceness Alone Doesn’t Cut It
“In our culture, people tend to be valued for being inspiring and entertaining. With perhaps the notable exception of some morning-show hostesses, people are rewarded for being bold and inventive. For being assertive, funny, and individualistic. For having a bit … Continue reading
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Tagged character, courage, Eleanor Roosevelt, Julia Child, Molly Ivins, niceness, Queen Latifah, quote, strong woman
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New Trends at Market in Atlanta
One of the best parts of going to Market every January is seeing the newest trends in home decor and seasonal decorations. There’s ALWAYS something new..the challenge is deciding which trends apply to my store and show, and more importantly, which … Continue reading
Panda Party at Penelope’s
Introducing three new friends at Penelope’s……..delightful handmade Panda bears by local artist KB Thomas. Each bear is lovingly made with the best of materials, with mohair fur and glass eyes and merino wool or leather paw pads. The pictures don’t do … Continue reading
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Tagged crafts, Handmade Dolls, Panda Bear, Penelope's, Shopping, Valentine's Day, whimsy
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Pittypat’s Porch
They are big in tradition here in Atlanta and so are we. Over the years we have been coming to the Atlanta Gift Market we have figured out what works for us and usually have the same general master … Continue reading
What would Rescue Her was Time Itself
” I wondered how often the future waits on the other side of the wall, knocking very quietly, too politely for us to hear, and I was filled with longing to reach back into my life and inform that unhappy … Continue reading
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Tagged courage, faith, hopeful future, love, time heals
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