Hello everyone!
I hope you are all having a great week.
I have a number of things to share with you in this post....
So be prepared it is very random....
I used a picture of dried lavender to try and break up each topic....
First off...
I received this french mustard jar in the mail last week from a good friend....
It was the inspiration behind my mantle redo.
I just love this sweet little jar!
I will have more pictures of my mantle on my blog next week, along with some other fall decorating pictures.
Tracey's online shop....
The book is called Lev Vackert.
Both girls have beautiful blogs....
Ingela is the author of the blog Inspiration I Vitt, and Petra is the author of the blog Ramantiskahem.
It is really a beautiful book.
It is almost 200 pages long, and is filled with so many decorating ideas.
My friend Aina, from Modern Country, is featured in the book as well.
Congratulations Aina, your home is beautiful!
The book can be purchased in the U.S. at French Larkspur.com
The magazine I bought from Tracey is called Jeanne D' Arc Living.
I only discovered this magazine last spring.
I have been hooked ever since.
This fall issue I think is my favorite issue.
It is filled with beautiful fall decorating ideas.
To make images larger... double click on the pictures.
She has the most beautiful home.
On another note...
I wanted to congratulate Stanna....
Stanna is the winner of the Lee La La giveaway.
Lindsay would like to generously offer my readers a 20% discount to anyone who
enters Dreamywhites20 at checkout of her etsy shop...
The offer ends November 1st.
Lindsay's etsy shop is called
Thank you Lindsay!
On a final note...
Cabbages and Roses is having their first giveaway on their blog....
They are giving away a pair of their handmade wellington boot socks.
They are knitted in England from organic wool from sheep raised on the H.R.H.
Prince of Wales' Duchy Farms.
Please be sure to visit Cabbages and Roses!
Don't you just love Cabbages and Roses!
Hope you all have a great week!
Thank you for taking the time to stop by!
Take Care,
Maria
What a lovely post...about so many blogs! I also have JDL magazines and the first book of Ingela and Petra...maybe I ask their second book for Christmas :-)!
ReplyDeleteHave a nice day! Warm regards, Ingrid (Home & Lifestyle)
maria, your post are always so inspiring! thank you for all your time!
ReplyDeleteMaria, I'm loving your blog right now (not that it wasn't my favorite before). The picture's are AMAZING!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful blog!
ReplyDeleteI have the magazine JDL too and i love it.
Have a nice day.
Best regards Katja
Maria...love these images....
ReplyDeleteI can't get over how beautiful your chair in that header picture turned out!
just beautiful!
Hope you are doing well....staying busy, I'm sure, with all those sweet kiddos!
I love your header it's so pretty... thanks for sharing about the book and magazine I will definitely have to check it out! Blessings~~~ Daphne
ReplyDeleteThat is such a lovely vignette with the mustard jar....enjoy the week, xv.
ReplyDeleteHi Maria,
ReplyDeleteLove your little mustard jar.
That book looks great...thanks for bringing it to our attention.
Have a wonderful day!
:)
hi maria
ReplyDeletei am new here and i just love your blog. i am a big fan of jeanne darc living and at my birhtday in december i hope to recieve the lev vackert book.
so you see that this post is the one i really loeve
hugs hannie
dear maria,
ReplyDeleteit's always so cute to jump into your blog! beautiful pictures and today also a lot of good reading!
thank you for sharing and wish you a very sweet day!
justyna
i have a stack of magazines and books from tracey to look through but i am waiting til i go to the cabin tomorrow so i can dream in peace. thanks for a little sneak peek.
ReplyDeletehow do you like your new lens?
Hi! I love that little mustard jar...sweet. Thanks for sharing all the info on the books they both look yummy! and the other blogs...going to check them out now!
ReplyDeleteHave a great day!
Tammy :-)
i ordered the holiday jeanne d'arc magazine from tracey & i can't wait for it to arrive!
ReplyDeletelove your vignette
& your taylor swift song too. her new release is wonderful :)
You're a sweetie and a very good friend Maria!!!!! I LOVE your mantle shots and can't wait to see more!!! You've always got the magic touch!
ReplyDeleteLove ya ~
:) T
Love your new header Maria!!
ReplyDeleteHugs~
T
your posts are always so dreamy thanks for sharing and Traceys is also to die for
ReplyDeleteI too LoVe the Jeanne d' Arc Living Magazine... Just received the French Inspired Christmas Issue - Best!*!*!
ReplyDeleteJeanine, ChiPPy!-SHaBBy!
Love all the inspiration in you blog...fabulous!!
ReplyDeleteIt is ALL so beautiful! Love the magazines and will go over to Cabbages and Roses! How FUN!
ReplyDelete~*~What a dreamy post Maria..LOVE your new header image too!~~*Hugs,Rachel~*~
ReplyDeleteI adore your mustard jar!
ReplyDeleteHi Maria! yes, i do know about cabbages giveaway! those socks are the snuggliest looking.....and what a great new shop to look at !!
ReplyDelete(like your new header!)
xo+blessings,
anne marie
I love your lamp, is it a necless around the lamp or is this the lamp..
ReplyDeleteBeautifull pictures again!!
Nice evening
Thanks Maria! :) HUGS
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post here !! a lot of pretty things!!...i really like the magazine from Jeanne D'Arc.....and that book from Petra and Ingela ...owww they are great !!!,........happy evening.....love Ria.....
ReplyDeleteNothing short of fabulous Maria!! Have a fabulous Wednesday! xoxoxo www.1942charm.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteThe book looks great and I love your little jar. What a beautiful home you have.
ReplyDelete~Melanie
www.theoldwhitecottageblog.com
Hi Maria,
ReplyDeleteYour mantel redo looks fabulous! Love the vintage mustard jar and books... so lovely!!
I've been wanting to get a copy of that book... hopefully one day soon. :) I have the autum issue of JDL, too, and just love it! Being the sweety that Tracey is, she offered to send me one for my giveaway on Nov. 1st! I recently ordered some beautiful things from Tracey's shop, and I'm so looking forward to getting them!
Hope your having a good week so far! :)
Hugs ~ Jo
Love those random posts- I always enjoy visiting and seeing what new treasures you have to show. Can't wait to see the full mantle;>) Diana
ReplyDeleteI Love 'ramdom' posts like this:) Yours is aways so beautiful.
ReplyDelete~Debra
Blog: Capers of the vintage vixens
Dear Mary, I'm so incredibly happy that you have purchased our book live Beautiful from Tracey and you are so sweet that you write so well about it, thanks so much for that.
ReplyDeleteWe are trying to redistribute the book over large parts of host and currently sold in many countries.
Your blog is beautiful and your home is incredibly beautiful too.
I love watching your blog and see what you doing.
Hope you enjoy the book and that it fills your heart even though it is written in Swedish, I wished that you had it translated.
I have now added you as a Follower so I never lose you.
Many many warm hugs to you / Ingela.
Beautiful randomness, Maria!
ReplyDeleteAnd I love your new header!
Hugs,
Anne
The book and magazine look drool worthy I will be sure to check them out.
ReplyDeleteThat mustard bottle is adorable! Your pictures are scrumptious.. love the old frayed books - great touch!!!!
ReplyDelete:) Lara
Maria, beautiful pictures! wishing you a wonderful week too,
ReplyDeletexo,
LuLu
Hi Maria,
ReplyDeleteI love Tracey's shop. Everything she carries would be perfect here in my home. I've got a tote reserved over there that's gorgeous. I want that book and of course, Jeanne d'Arc Living is amazing. Love Cabbages & Roses too, entered their giveaway, wouldn't those socks be great right now since it's getting cold here?
Happy night!
xo~Tracie
Hi Maria,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful post, I love your mustard jar, it's just fabulous and it looks great on your mantle!
Have a great night.
Sincerely,
Melinda
hello lovely maria
ReplyDeletesounds like you are very busy!
wow I just lurve lurve your chair and your sweet little jar...sooo lovely
happy days
sarah
Hello Maria ~ love that little jar and the new vignette it inspired!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day!
Hi Maria
ReplyDeleteThat little jar is the sweetest! I can't wait to see your whole mantel because that one part is just to die for..I hope I am still breathing after the complete reveal!
hugs
Cath
Such lovely collection of pictures! Love your new header :)
ReplyDeleteKristin xx
Im very inspired of your writings and photos :)
ReplyDeleteHi Maria,
ReplyDeleteLovely post!
I am hooked on the JDL as well!
Did you get my email as a reply on yours?
I posted about our bedroom today! Thanks for the inspiration.
Hugs,
Rozmeen
I felt in love with the book of JDL early 2007 when it was not populair at all out of Denmark Later there was JDL magazine and now even in English. I have some very old issues of the magazine but am not buying it atm.... guess I like things a bit less shabby now then three years ago ;)
ReplyDeleteIf you ever come across the book have a look in it. it is called franske stemninger ;)
Beyong stunning... I love these random images. Always so inspiring.
ReplyDeleteGreat mustard jar pics. Can't wait to see your mantel!
ReplyDeleteI just love your blog and your beautiful pictures :)
ReplyDeleteHi sweet Mary!!! I'm just so very tankful and glad that you purchased our book live Beautiful and that you write so nice about it!!!! Thats really warm my and I absolutely also think Ingelas heart!
ReplyDeleteI really hope that you like our book and that it fills you whit inspiration! A lots of hugs from me to you!
the books are beautiful! thanks for sharing some peeks inside! and i cant wait to see some of your fall decor!
ReplyDeleteHi I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoy your blog. I am also very much looking forward to your store opening. Can't Wait
ReplyDeleteBrenda
Love all your random thoughts today :) In love with your new header too!
ReplyDeleteXO
Kristin
hi maria,
ReplyDeleteloving your random post.
cabbages and roses has such beautiful things. i bought a pillow and laundry bag back in the spring and they are so pretty and unique.
as always, your photos and decor is wonderful. thanks for sharing all the great publications, too.
have a safe 'n yummy halloween!
xo
elyse
I love your blog and have just discovered all of your blogger friends. I am a designer from the coast of Georgia who loves white and uses it in so many projects. I thank you for the etsy store links for I am always on the look out for special things.Jane Coslick Designs and Restorations is my website and blog and store. I am ordering the book and headed to the etsy sites. thanks again.
ReplyDeleteHi Maria,
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely randon photographs....I have that mustard pot along with some similar marmalade ones. ....and, Jeanne d'Arc Living is my avourite interiors magazine....EVER !! There is only one place that sells it in the UK and I have been buying it for ages now. I know all of the blogs that you have mentioned and they are all, indeed, delicious !!
Have a lovely weekend, m
Maria. XXXX