New Windows: A cozy place

  _uacct = "UA-4327464-2"; urchinTracker(); Who tells the little dear mousewhen summer goes awaythat she should fix a cozy place, a comfy place to stay, and fill her cupboard shelves with seedsfrom berries, weeds, and hay?from Dear Mouse by Aileen Fisher It was a race against time and pesky colds, but the new windows are up and looking spectacular. Kelsey and Shelby always do such a great job and this window is especially endearing....

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Absorbing the Design World (ALL of it) of Grace Bonney

So a bunch of us Paris Market girls headed down to Arnold Hall (SCAD) last night to hear Grace Bonney - creator of DesignSponge - speak about the evolution of her blog and how it was borne out of an interest in all the cool, craft-oriented, grass roots design going on, specifically in her neighborhood, Williamsburg, Brooklyn, and the fact that nobody was talking about it. Seeking to fill the void, Grace Bonney picked up the slack and started reporting...

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Take Two: A Page from Casual Living

If you're taking a page from Judith Wilson's book, Casual Living, (which we have for sale) then take a look at what we have here at Paris Market! ---and create some casual, joyful comfort in your home... top, l-r: Saffron Handstitched Coverlet from India, Moroccan pillow, Faux-silk pillowbottom. l-r: Indigo Blue Handstitched Coverlet from India, Deer Jewelry Holder, Metal Trunkcenter image: Ryland Peters & Small...

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New Aprons!

We just got in these fancy new aprons in great colors. It's a Sunshine meets Coral kind of palette. They're a linen-cotton blend and will stand up to whatever you throw at it in the kitchen. You can get one for the chef in your life, or drop a hint to someone who isn't. haha. <---this happens to me all the time. The first year I was married it was aprons and cookbooks from both families. I tried being the hostess with the mostest, but it just...

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Beautiful Objects: the Handmade Tops of Collin Garrity.

Check these out. Are they beautiful or what?Collin Garrity makes these gorgeous tops entirely by hand. You may know that name from his sister Kelsey Garrity-Riley, the Paris Marketeer who is also an illustrator and paints and makes dolls. Collin, currently a student at Warren Wilson College, creates these beautiful little things using wood found in the scrap pile as well as Maple and Rosewood harvested at the college. I thought these were too small...

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Tablescapes: Harvest Fire / Halloween

 {:::: Tablescapes ::::}The chandeliers are lit, the table is set, and the bones are hanging from cobwebs. We're ready for Halloween!!!T  _uacct = "UA-4327464-2"; urchinTracker(); T  _uacct = "UA-4327464-2"; urchinTracker();...

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Accoutrements pour l'écrivain

Loving these luscious leather folios that just came in!  They are gorgeous, and there are two large slots - so you can carry your iPad, AND a good old fashioned fresh pad of paper! (or whatever you want) I want one of these so bad! Definitely going on my Christmas List.I have so many notebooks getting all grimey and worked over in the daily ruffle-shuffle of my bag - my old fashioned planner from the Met, my notebook for the store where...

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Jewelry Bar: Inside the Collection

We have a great new jewelry bar in the store! ...Jewelry that celebrates spirit, nature, service and love. Earthy, spirited talismans that celebrate the animus/archetypes of our collective minds and shared civilizations are always a bit more fun than your standard beads on a string. This collection is designed by a family from California - A mother and her two children. who in their own words:   "We decided to develop a brand based on ideals...

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Tablescapes: Earthy Neutrals

{::::: Tablescapes :::::}  _uacct = "UA-4327464-2"; urchinTracker();   _uacct = "UA-4327464-2"; urchinTracker(); Makes me crave a gorgeously huge dining room table. And I love the gold chargers.p.s. that little green rectangle represents the succulents on the table. They're just a punch, but I think they're a nice, fresh counterpoint.   _uacct = "UA-4327464-2"; urchinTracker();...

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The World of John Derian

John Derian is a world unto himself, but right now we have a big piece of that world - just arrived is a fresh batch from the découpage master himself. While they're usually in the case upstairs, we have so much that it has spilled to downstairs where you can take an unfettered perusal of the new goodies. We have the red letter plates, and a great new set of teddy bear trays. And even some nice paperweights that take clever advantage of the way the...

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Little Luxuries

 If you like Low Country Luxe, you'll love these little medallion candles which make perfect little gifts when you want to give someone a little luxe from the Low Country. Inspired by the movie "The Help".Mississippi Magnolia A floral heart of the southern Magnolia, sweet Vanilla & Oak wood over soft Gardenia blossoms.Living in High Cotton An uplifting citrus combination of Lemon, Lime & Grapefruit blended with a fragrant bouquet...

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Think Pink!

Pink Block Party on Broughton! Next Thursday, October 20th, 6:00 - 8:00 PMCome on out next Thursday for a little after-hours shopping! We're staying open late and all our proceeds from the evening are being donated to Susan G. Komen for the CureOur new windows! See you Thursday!  _uacct = "UA-4327464-2"; urchinTracker();...

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Objects of Specificity

Recycling and repurposing is a big deal -now, always, forever. Using objects in ways other than their intended use can be charming, it looks really cool, and it really just makes sense to have a group of objects you can manipulate for several different purposes to suit changing situations and moods- number of books, number of children in household etc; and modular, modern design is an idea that ikea has built an empire on. But I do have a special...

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Isa the Explorer: The Farmer's Market at Forsyth Park

Guest Blogger Isabelle Brassard will be sharing her adventures from time to time...It was a beautiful Saturday morning. After a nice coffee in my friend's courtyard in Savannah, I decided to take a walk to Forsyth Park Farmer's Market with my little girl and her scooter.  Every body enjoyed the breezy day, even some drops of rain, but nothing to scare a squirrel.I was surprised at how friendly the farmers and the customers were. The conversation...

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A Few of Our Favorite Things

-------------------------------------------A Few of Our Favorite ThingsVanessa Porter-------------------------------------------   Meet Vanessa, the newest Barista at The Paris Market. This tatooed gal can give you those shots of espresso AND create a custom-made dress over the weekend. Check out her blog The Velvet Bird, where she talks about her creative meanderings, her latest fashions, photography, and the best iced coffee ever. Perhaps...

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