Taken with a fish eye lens.... Our Great room... We have been told how comfortable.... and warm and inviting this space is.... I think so! It all began on that sofa table with those Globes.... |
And they grew from here.... Setting the tone of Traveling Around the World... |
Framed Travel posters add that perfect touch of color.... |
My little French Chair with my Union Jack pillow. |
I love this space....it's Me! |
It shows all the landmarks around the city..... I was Hooked! |
Sophie in Paris 2013.... Her start of a family Tradition |
Simple as a little post card.... Framed in an Ikea frame... a souvenir from the Top of the Eiffel Tower... And a little teapot given to me as a gift from a dear friend... |
It all began with this camera.... 43 years old... My first Honeywell Pentax.... has been all over the World..... sitting atop vintage National Geographics |
I don't care for boats....but loved this great Tray.... |
when Guests stay.....a little French Breakfast in Bed... |
Maps are cheap to buy and cheap to frame..... this was just a few dollars... |
Even in our guest bathroom..... Photographs line the walls... The bicycle is in black and white... I colorized the basket with a colored pencil.... |
Daughter also happens to be a wonderful Artist... this pen and ink drawing was done after she visited the top of the Arch D Triomphe |
Sophie's room is French inspired using cartoon posters of Tin Tin.... bought at a Paris flea market for about $1.50 each... they set the color tone for the room... |
Of course Sophie wanted Superman but being a mini-Francophile she agreed... |
But in the end there is no place like home..... from Paris to New Jersey.... I also love decorating with a Slice of Americana..... |
I love the Statue of Liberty..... |
Let her Light the Way.... |
Our Vintage 1950's New Jersey Map.... or as we refer to it as the Motherland.... Hanging above an English bench dated 1870 |
While daughter is off to work and B is off to school.... |
Miss Kitty....who happens to be a French Cat..... Enjoys spending her days high above the East River.... among daughter's souvenirs... |
book shelves filled with photo's and post cards.... mementos of family trips... Old cameras.....and travel books... |
A framed World War II Red Cross Poster of Paris.... that her grandfather brought back from the war... And pictures she framed from the street stalls of Paris that run along the Seine.... |
a little adorable Indian side table bought on a recent holiday trip.... |
Daughter's own slice of Americana..... using a vintage NYC subway sign as a headboard... she Actually found this at Scott's Antique Market Here in Atlanta.... |
hoping to go on a Safari someday? she dressed up this Springbok deer And Framed Her in Gold |
She gave me the idea of using Travel posters as Art.... |
Aren't you all Happy we don't have another House in France.... The name of this post would be correct...It would take you 24 hours to see all the pictures.... I was not compensated in any way for writing this post.... I was asked by "One Kings Lane" to write about my decorating inspirations.... In fact I have no idea why they even asked.... I just thought it would be fun to do so I agreed... I'm sure they never expected a blogger who has so much to say.... What can I say....I've been doing this for 43 years!! Please visit a lovely article HERE @ OKL on decorating internationally.... Then sign up to get their daily sales and get hooked on "goodies"..... that's just my own little suggestion... every morning when I turn on my computer the first thing I look for is their e-mail.... To see what I can't live without :) Bon Voyage!! |
14 comments:
Holy moly! You've are one traveled girlie! Good for you and your fam... I loved seeing all of your treasures... and now that you've baked that yummy bread and you ALSO serve breakfast in bed to your guests, I've booked my flight. :-)
My favorite thing? Seeing Miss B's pictures in France all framed up. SO CUTE and the perfect addition to your well traveled home.
Huggies to you!
xo
S
What a life you have had! I enjoyed every picture and the story that went along with it. So neat. Love your souvenirs, too. You truly have had a life well traveled, Sue.
XO,
Sheila
You're a woman after my own heart. I use what I love, and because I love it, whatever it is will go with whatever else I have. You wouldn't believe what I've brought home in suitcases - but then, perhaps you would!
Your best post about your house ever! I love when someone decorates with meaning. Sally
What a fun post...I love all the eclectic items you have decorated your home with...and your daughter's! Love Ms. B's bed...
You know how much I love your home and all your wonderful decor! I have learned much from you. I will be using some of the IKEA frames for my own Paris treasures in my apt. Love daughter's home also, she did learn much from mama!! hugs, Linda
I have known you for a few years now - and I have never heard how you and the Boss met. I think that is a sweet love story and enjoyed it.
I loved your pictures and I loved your stories and it is fun to find out more about you.
You have been traveling for a long time.
Did you know I worked at United Air Lines when we first God married. We traveled a couple of years too.
I had a hard time seeing how you moved the room around - but her apt. is pretty and I am glad she liked what you did!
You have had a good life Suzanne!
Love, sandie
What a treat to travel through your home and your daughters NY apartment. Our home tends to reflect our travels with bits and pieces that came back with us. Dehillerin is a favorite destination when in Paris. The "chef" always finds something to bring back home. Thanks for the tour. Love your style!
"Loved" seeing all the items you used to decorate your home, Sue! Lots of pretties to show what you like to do and enjoy. Really enjoyed your stories and seeing it all .
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I loved seeing all your souvenirs, Sue, especially Ms. B's Paris photos!
I love the way you have decorated and I had no idea how much you have traveled, I thought Paris was it. I am sure you probably have some stories to tell about Italy and Germany.
I love it, I also love that you included my Motherland, New Jersey, into the mix.
What a fun post! And yes, Sue, I had fun doing my post too though I did not have enough room to show my accessories, there is just too much. You probably know being a traveler yourself. Thanks for sharing your daughter's home too....Christine
Wish I had read your post before my recent trip to Iceland. I love the idea of using postcards and maps as art. Can't wait for my next trip so I can use some of your ideas.
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