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Every brocante treasure has a story – glimpses into lives past

May 28, 2016 · Leave a Comment

At the brocante in Villeneuve les Avignon, we visit vendor after vendor and find a staggering number of 18th century and early 1900s prayer books, diaries, papers, copper, silver, old jewelry, paintings, pottery, old French linen and cotton knickers — you name it. It definitely is a passion. Every vendor can tell you something about…

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Filed In: Antiques & Flea Markets, Decor, Everything Else, France, French, Provence, Travel

La Vie en Soie(e) — an exposition

May 28, 2016 · Leave a Comment

One of the best parts of the French Muse trip was the inclusion of visiting with artists, designers and exclusive dealers in their homes.  It allowed a glimpse not only into the work of local artisans but also their homes to see their collections and decor.  A wonderful opportunity to see how fellow brocante lovers…

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Aix-en-Provence market — there’s a reason it was called “eye candy”

May 25, 2016 · Leave a Comment

There is a market held three days a week in Aix, but none of us was prepared for the fabulous finds we encountered at each and every stand — ATM machine, here we come again. A beautiful “platane” tree-lined street filled with gorgeous French linens, clothing, lavender sachets, soaps and much more. One perfect find…

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So many beautiful things

May 22, 2016 · Leave a Comment

Today to one of the largest brocantes in the area, every Sunday in Carpentras.  Flea market on steroids, but with such a wide range of beautiful and unique things to see.  From 18th century iron hardware and books to copper and linens and silver handles with ivory (which I bought).  The negotiation is an integral…

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Not enough hours in the day

May 21, 2016 · 5 Comments

So apparently the daily brocante hunt, travel between the Provençal regions, early mornings and late nights do not mix with attempting regular blog posts.  So much to see and do and so many fabulous things to pore over, touch and consider “Will this fit in my suitcase going home?” Mix that in with a feast…

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Filed In: Antiques & Flea Markets, Decor, Everything Else, France, Provence, Travel

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Chez Suzette is about my passion for sharing my love for home, travel and treasures with family and friends. Topics include travel, food & wine, decor, flea markets and brocantes, particularly in Provence.

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