A Renovated Farmhouse in Belgium

<div align="center"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365724374333028802" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Snbh477GecI/AAAAAAAAC5Q/zrT7S3nPKG0/s400/Fruit+Farm+1a.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /> Outside of the busy city of Antwerp, Belgian antiques dealer and designer, Henri Charles <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_0" class="blsp-spelling-error">Hermans</span></span> and his wife Natasha <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_1" class="blsp-spelling-error">Hermans</span></span>, also a designer, decided to relocate their business and <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-corrected">their</span> home to this wonderful 19<span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_2" class="blsp-spelling-error">th</span></span> century Farm. Henri Charles <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_3" class="blsp-spelling-error">Hermans</span></span>, who once worked and studied under the famous Axel <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_4" class="blsp-spelling-error">Vervoordt</span></span>, found this property to be the perfect canvas to showcase the couples wonderful minimalist Belgian design style.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365724395626277458" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Snbh6LPzqlI/AAAAAAAAC5Y/uOpzcnrcyS4/s400/fruit+Farm+1.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div align="center">Formerly a fruit farm in the Belgian countryside, it took several years to restore the home. Above the outdoor pool is filtered naturally by aquatic plants.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365724370736275970" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Snbh4uhkYgI/AAAAAAAAC5I/vi7ZaJYnHXg/s400/fruit+farm+2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: hand" /></div><div align="center">The living room has wonderful bleached, then waxed herringbone floors. I love the mix of the hand plastered walls, and antique floors and doors, with the straight lines of the furniture by Jules <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_5" class="blsp-spelling-error">Wabbes</span></span>, and contemporary art over the fireplace by Jacques <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_6" class="blsp-spelling-error">Denef</span></span>.</div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365724078709161730" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Snbhnuo4PwI/AAAAAAAAC4w/1TNYlBLOY7o/s400/Fruit+Farm+3.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 261px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 366px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div align="center">The kitchen also continues this look by combining a thick oak antique farm table and waxed <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_7" class="blsp-spelling-error">bluestone</span></span> floors with contemporary light fixtures. The back wall of the kitchen is painted ebony to highlight the couples antique stoneware collection.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365724080275916082" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Snbhn0ebBTI/AAAAAAAAC5A/5AIuSLTgPDA/s400/Fruit+Farm+5.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 242px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /></div><div align="center">The main hall showcases a wonderful limed oak cabinet which houses collections of glassware and Khmer vases.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365733553862903362" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SnbqPQVkhkI/AAAAAAAAC6A/lRdpmM9Foks/s400/Fruit+Farm+4.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /></div>This is a lovely perspective of entry, kitchen, and living room from the main hall. The French doors bring wonderful light into the space.<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365725518569758002" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Snbi7iiZXTI/AAAAAAAAC5w/T6UrPHbmRZo/s400/Fruit+stair.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /> The stark simplicity of the stairway is just beautiful. Notice the first step and is carved stone and the rusted iron railing. The furnishings echo the simplicity of the space.<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365725514434049042" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Snbi7TIXdBI/AAAAAAAAC5o/4WsGtcb1ouI/s400/fruit+bed.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: hand" /> An attic bedroom is the epitome of minimalism, with a Belgian twist. The antique bench at the foot of bed is covered in antique linen.<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365723726601391506" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SnbhTO72DZI/AAAAAAAAC4g/kHcWVXcVJ9E/s400/Fruit+Farm+5b.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div align="center">The bathroom with all white walls is the perfect backdrop for the gorgeous, antique zinc bath tub.</div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365724398037547378" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Snbh6UOsuXI/AAAAAAAAC5g/5DZEkra5fcM/s400/Fruit+Farm4A.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 274px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 367px; CURSOR: hand" /> Here is a close up the of the Empire style zinc bathtub- notice the spectacular patina set off by the rustic milking stool.<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365725522130905938" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Snbi7vzcK1I/AAAAAAAAC54/tSvseO7Yz5I/s400/Fruit+wood.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 249px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 376px; CURSOR: hand" /> In another hallway is a wonderful compilation of antique wood: oak table holds a walnut bowl filled with burl wood balls.<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365723730383693106" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SnbhTdBnZTI/AAAAAAAAC4o/Gll8SUm51qI/s400/Fruit+Farm+5a.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /> Hanging in the family room above the antique mantel is an artwork piece of ink writings from an ancient Hindu prayer book. The art work hides the television. Low trestle coffee table and linen slip covered sofas round out the Belgian style.<br /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365723719341784114" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SnbhSz5BPDI/AAAAAAAAC4Y/ddTQZdzrLxg/s400/Fruit+farm+7.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /> Antique marble topped bistro table and linen covered sofa look lovely. Waxed concrete floors and french doors open to the the outdoor terrace.<br /><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365723429580179618" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SnbhB8ceCKI/AAAAAAAAC4A/Q7aMmEJe6aE/s400/Fruit+Farm+8.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /></div><div>The beautiful facade of the house with pruned boxwood in planters and traditional boxwood hedge.</div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365723434460512578" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SnbhCOoCAUI/AAAAAAAAC4I/nOpfisE6cic/s400/Fruit+Farm+9.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 360px; CURSOR: hand" /></div><div>A pair of limestone dodecahedron (12 sided) pediments are believed to ward off bad luck.</div><div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365723437212376562" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SnbhCY4IHfI/AAAAAAAAC4Q/MOZlKB_RHbM/s400/Fruit+Farm+10.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 267px; CURSOR: hand" /> What a lovely garden terrace. Fabulous antique table and twig style chairs make for perfect outdoor dining.</div><div align="left">.</div><div></div><div>I think the <span id="SPELLING_ERROR_9" class="blsp-spelling-error"><span id="SPELLING_ERROR_8" class="blsp-spelling-error">Hermans</span>'</span> minimalist Belgian style is just beautiful- what do you think?</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><br /></div>

A Renovated Farmhouse in Belgium

Outside of the busy city of Antwerp, Belgian antiques dealer and designer, Henri Charles Hermans and his wife Natasha Hermans , also a des...

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Among the 9 Best Indian Interior Design blogs

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Among the 9 Best Indian Interior Design blogs

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Armchair Shopping With Willow Decor

<div align="center"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362741755639261842" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SmxJNrcIapI/AAAAAAAAC2w/7d6M9LaaMQQ/s400/kym+chair.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> Since I've been on vacation, and it has been raining most of the time, I have had some extra time to do some Internet shopping. Here are some of my favorite new finds!<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362724902003303970" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw54qwMZiI/AAAAAAAAC2I/asjO0_n19aQ/s400/Avolli2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 350px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 256px; CURSOR: hand" /> First, I stopped by my favorite Swedish Antiques site, <a href="http://www.avolli.com/index.php">Avolli</a>, to see Tricia Mitchell's new pieces. I loved this dining table and chairs - It's in her ad in the July/August issue of <a href="http://avolli.com/docs/10.av_VerandaWeb_final.jpg">Veranda </a>- No surprise it's such a classic. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362730939746546642" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw_YHGW89I/AAAAAAAAC2g/GtqkPA7xL8Y/s400/avolli+dress.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 350px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 309px; CURSOR: hand" /> I loved this dresser with X design. This could go into any room in my house!<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362724901743279346" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw54pyMvPI/AAAAAAAAC2A/SLjgGkNO3w8/s400/avolli.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 350px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 350px; CURSOR: hand" /><br /><br />This metal Empire sewing box is so charming!<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362724896608327714" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw54Wp7mCI/AAAAAAAAC1w/hQgcHNGfjsg/s400/avolli+4.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 350px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 350px; CURSOR: hand" /> But, my favorite piece is this Mora Clock. Notice the lovely, soft lines of this clock. Many of the Mora clocks I have seen recently do not have a good curve scale, they seem a bit off to me. This one is perfect and unique with the diamond detailing on the bottom. Tricia Mitchell has an incredible eye - check out more of her great finds <a href="http://www.avolli.com/index.php">here</a>.<br /></div><div align="center"><span style="font-size:78%;">.<br /></div><div align="center"></span>Next I headed over to see what was cooking at Kym Fraser's 3 Fine Grains. Kym's Dressage Chair below was recently featured in Washington Spaces Magazine (but remember you saw Kym first at WD!) Besides creating beautiful furniture; she's been very busy importing some fabulous antique textiles. </div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362741043452048242" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/SmxIkOVd83I/AAAAAAAAC2o/XAGHLEDZ1Ec/s400/kym+chair.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> <p align="center">Lucky for us Kym is now also selling the antique sacks - so you can create your own custom upholstery, slipcovers or pillows. I was thrilled to learn this because as you know Kym has one of the largest inventories of original, authentic antique sacks in the country - and these textiles are not easy to find!! Imitators are now printing over old sacks (yuck!), but these babies are the real McCoy! They run $350 -$1200 - the sacks are huge and can be used for multiple projects.</p><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362722797029259954" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw3-JHRerI/AAAAAAAAC1g/1kuck_Gj3LM/s400/kym2.JPG" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> <p align="center">I got giddy when I saw this crown sack from 1874 (wow- 1874!) -because she has three of them! What a find!! I would love to cover my dining room chairs with these!</p><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362722791272973154" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw39zq3g2I/AAAAAAAAC1Q/6GQE4KUGp5s/s400/Kyma.JPG" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> <p align="center">The Horse sacks are really interesting! This one caught my eye because it is printed on both sides so I could make a bunch of pillows or cover a couple of chairs</p><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362722787310065810" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw39k6CWJI/AAAAAAAAC1I/7u-QLw6_Emw/s400/kymb.JPG" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 267px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div align="center">Here is the back - aren't these fabulous?!! Now I just have to figure out what I am going to make with them. Of course you can always just have Kym make it for you - check out her new pillows and furniture.<br />.</div><div align="center">From antiques I moved on to see what was new at Anthropologie.</div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362723158059644786" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw4TKDn93I/AAAAAAAAC1o/n_EXiLhLN40/s400/Chateau+Lamp+Anthropologie.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 268px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div align="center">This interesting lamp caught my eye. It reminded me of a French whimsical line drawing turned 3D. I especially love the two french bistro chairs with toile pads and table in the center. So unique! The lamp is called the Chateau Lamp and you can find it <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=963043&navAction=jump&isProduct=true&search=true&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS">here</a>. Do check it out so you can see a real close up. </div><div align="center">.<br />Because it was still raining and I've got nothing but time, I thought I would check out this new site called <a href="http://formerfurniture.com/story.php">Former Furniture</a>. The site, started by an interior designer, features used furniture that her elite clientele want to sell when they are ready to redecorate.</div><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362721742034464514" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw3Au86bwI/AAAAAAAAC1A/qFOc7hVlB2Q/s400/IMG_1600.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 350px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 350px; CURSOR: hand" /> <p align="center">They have some really interesting things. This vintage cabinet caught my eye because it reminded me of the metal desk we just saw in Linda Banks' new kitchen. Check the cabinet out <a href="http://formerfurniture.com/shop.php?item=561">here</a>.<br /><span style="font-size:78%;">.<br /></span>Meanwhile over at EBAY, I found these really neat vintage industrial stools.</p><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362721520060736546" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw2z0CQJCI/AAAAAAAAC0w/-RiTejbrYhQ/s400/Bestbuy.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 358px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362721516032421618" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw2zlB07vI/AAAAAAAAC0o/THZc3L2vtpA/s400/best+buy.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 176px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> <p align="center">These zinc and metal stools are from EBAY power seller <a href="http://stores.shop.ebay.com/TheAntiquesWarehouse__W0QQ_armrsZ1">The Antiques Warehouse </a>in Cinncinatti, OH. Many styles were for sale for under $200. Shipping was reasonable too! A great find!</p><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362721523311343778" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smw20AJQeKI/AAAAAAAAC04/cd3T-DTs97U/s400/bestbuy2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 221px; CURSOR: hand" /> <div align="center">They also had these chairs, which look close to Kristin's kitchen chairs from Covetable Designs. I was on a roll!<br />.<br />Then, I stopped by to check out what new things were listed from my favorite Antique Textile Queen -"Loodylady" from EBAY's <a href="http://www.textiletrunk.com/index.php">Textile Trunk</a>.<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362795135274509666" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smx5wyE65WI/AAAAAAAAC24/m_Uqc0eKZ2c/s400/Wendy+canopy.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> I was in awe of this 19th Century <a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/Antique-French-Ciel-de-lit-Bed-Canopy-19thc-Ikat-fabric_W0QQitemZ110407547267QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item19b4cd7983&_trksid=p4634.c0.m14.l1262&_trkparms=%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A30">French Ceil de lit Bed Canopy</a>. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362795144340123250" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smx5xT2VLnI/AAAAAAAAC3I/uF-G3q0UUlE/s400/wendy+canopy3.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" />Made from blue and white Ikat fabric. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362795144683195250" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smx5xVIIC3I/AAAAAAAAC3A/sHyL6UYmGe0/s400/Wendy+canopy2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" />What a rare find! Spectacular!<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362799265435823522" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smx9hMIHLaI/AAAAAAAAC3g/rwrlcnPAyvo/s400/wendy+toile.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" /> Look at this lovely antique <a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/Antique-French-Toile-de-Jouy-Quilt-textile-1790-fabric_W0QQitemZ120442196911QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item1c0aea13af&_trksid=p4634.c0.m14.l1262&_trkparms=%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A30">Toile de Jouy quilt </a>from 1790. I bet Marie Antoinette had one just like this!<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362799310117824850" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smx9jylIaVI/AAAAAAAAC34/Ams1hRLnMHE/s400/wendy4.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" />Then I found these gems - gorgeous antique monogrammed <a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-French-linen-sheet-fabric-CS-monogram_W0QQitemZ110411288758QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item19b50690b6&_trksid=p4634.c0.m14.l1262&_trkparms=%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A30">French Sheets</a>. <img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362799275510084562" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smx9hxqAM9I/AAAAAAAAC3w/_kvDanH6Yf8/s400/wendy3.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 300px; CURSOR: hand" />The monogram and detailing are spectacular! Who knew such treasures were on EBAY?<img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362799270786802066" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_tSGOcFKOoqI/Smx9hgD4oZI/AAAAAAAAC3o/uxX09SthiFI/s400/wendy2.jpg" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 300px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 400px; CURSOR: hand" /> Finally I found this antique cart cover - Wow - I could just throw that over my sofa and change the entire look of my room! To see all her exquisite textiles <a href="http://www.textiletrunk.com/html/the_textiles.php">click here</a>.<br /><div align="left">.</div>Well the sun is starting to peek out so I am off to enjoy the beach - hope you enjoyed our Internet shopping trip! </div>

Armchair Shopping With Willow Decor

Since I've been on vacation, and it has been raining most of the time, I have had some extra time to do some Internet shopping. Here ar...

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