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Monday, June 11, 2012

Random Paris Blues








~ Simply Irresistible ~

Random Paris Blues

No Words Needed
























































































I was the fortunate winner of

 Bliss Farm's recent 

Brocante Give Away.





Thank you, Jackie.  

The package of Paris brocante 

items is cherished and appreciated.






But wait!

Bliss Farm is having a new Give Away.

Visit Bliss Farm to view the wonderful Parisian doors, door knockers, and door handles for Irresistible Paris and enter to win an antique Door Knocker.






Joining 


for 









70 comments:

Pondside said...

What a fun package!
I loved your Paris blues. Blue has always been my favourite colour. I remember being shocked, at about 12 years of age, when a teacher told me that blue was 'a cold colour'. Not to me!

Luna Miranda said...

beautiful series! your photos remind me of my short visit to Paris a few years ago--i hope to go back one day. i love your header photo.:p

Jacqueline said...

What a fun gift! Your blues are gorgeous. What a fun way to visit Paris through a color. Makes me want to return just to photograph it through a blue lens!

Johanna said...

Hi Sarah,
just wonderful impressions of Paris. Blue but not making Blues. Congratulations to the giveaway. I think, you are just the right one for this wonderful things.
Best greetings, Johanna

sarah-jane down the lane said...

Oh Sarah I am so sorry...our house in deepest darkest Cornwall is so remote we have no internet or signal of any kind...part of its appeal! And so I have only just seen your message.Of course you may share Mils sampler and any other images...thank you very much for asking and I am only sorry I didn't get back to you.
Meanwhile...Paris, such a bonne idee!

Sarah -x-

morena said...

Wow...beautiful impression in a fantastic Paris in Blue.
Hugs.
Morena

Mimi said...

CONGRATS on winning!!Good for you!!
Paris Blues is OK with me!!Paris in any color is OK with me!!!
Loved it all
hugs,
jamie--mimi

Mimi said...

CONGRATS on winning!!Good for you!!
Paris Blues is OK with me!!Paris in any color is OK with me!!!
Loved it all
hugs,
jamie--mimi

Mary said...

Sarah~ I adore your Paris blues, especially the beautifully painted chapel ceiling! I have the Paris Blues since I've not been! Congratulations on your win~ there is no more deserving Francophile :)

Jojo said...

These Pais blues photos are gorgeous!! This is a beautiful post and your passion for Paris shines through.

Pam said...

Congratulations of winning! I loved looking at all these gorgeous photos as I sipped my morning coffee!

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

Great pictures and what a fun win. I will have to check out the giveaway.

Jo's This and That 3 said...

Nice! Good post!

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

Oh Sarah, THIS IS FAB!!!!! Blue, PARIS, and all the other iconic photos are a lovely addition to our tour. THANK YOU, or rather, MERCI BIEN for joining up! LOVE IT! Anita

black eyed susans kitchen said...

You found some of the best Parisian blues! I can't even begin to tell you how much we loved Paris...it would take forever!!

La Table De Nana said...

The photos are lovely..I have a few faves:) And what a sweet delightful package..Treasures:)

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Congrats on winning that fabulous frenchy giveaway, Sarah! Love all the Paris photos! I recognize some of them...such as the boulangerie on Rue Cler! My favorite French sign! You make me want to go back! Happy week!...hugs...Debbie

Ricki Jill Treleaven said...

Oh, Sarah....J'adore this post with all the pretty Parisian blues.... I really wish I had that cute little sign that says Ferme Dimanche et Lundi....I would hang it in my kitchen, LOL!

Awesome post, my friend!

Penny @ The Comforts of Home/Flea Market Makeovers said...

Ahhhh....We'll always have Paris :-)

I loved seeing your Paris photos. It reminded me of my trip there a few years ago.

LindyLouMac in Italy said...

Ah Paris, what a great selection of photos.

Linda (More Fun Less Laundry) said...

Hi Sarah, Your Paris blues are beautiful. My daughter often wears her hair in a French braid. When she was a little girl she wore it in braids almost every day and still does the French braid often for work days. Those pictures of the street signs are making me long for Paris. I haven't been for many years. And I love the piece of pottery. Ooh la la ! Linda

Linda @ A La Carte said...

I get so excited now when I see photos from Paris. I'm just beginning to plan my trip and I'm beyond excited! What a great giveaway to won! hugs, Linda

SmilingSally said...

Ooo La La! I love those blues.

Happy Blue Monday, Sarah! Be sure to check out my Kindle Fire giveaway.

Priscilla said...

I just love the blue doors and shutters in France. Thanks for that sweet little tour.

French-Kissed said...

Paris Blues...just don't think I could ever get enough...a perfect post to come home to. Hope you have had a lovely spring...getting caught up on some of your recent posts and I just have to tell you how much i love your gorgeous garden...the blooms, the urns the hardscape and those fabulous fountains!!!

Jermaine

Olive Cooper said...

Splendid Paris Blues Sarah. Thank You

Kathysue said...

I was sent here by one of my readers, because we are going to Paris in the Fall, my first time.Also, she knows how much I love blue. I am so glad she sent me here, Lovely post full of blue eye candy,
Kathysue

Ann said...

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE all the paris blues. Such beautiful pictures of Paris, we visited years ago and have such wonderful memories.
ann

Sarah~Magnolia Surprise said...

Beautiful, beautiful photos! I have a "thing" for doors so I really loved the ones you showed ... and that sweet plate with the gardener!

Ceekay-Thinkin of Home/Doublewide Decor said...

You are correct...no words are needed for those gorgeous pictures....ooohhh, it makes me want to go there so bad.

Donna@Conghaile Cottage said...

Beautiful Post Sarah. I love all those "French Blues". My Favorite picture is the one of the three pretty ladies smiling, BUT what captured my attention IS the "Man in the background that is wishfully thinking about the chair, in front of ANTIQUITES DECOR". Can we read his mind? I think so!hehe
What a FUN win you had!!! I've entered her new giveaway, LOVE the little door knocker...Thank you for telling us about it...
Have a wonderful week,
Big Hugs,
Donna

Maggie said...

Delightful post, dear Sarah.
Made me quite nostalgic, might just have to jump on a train some day soon and head up to the City of Light for some retail therapy.
Love the doors & door knockers, & what a treat to see Mr H there amongst the blues!

Renae said...

Magnificent Paris blues. I had iris bloom in my new yard this year that were that exact color. I love blue, it is such fresh color. thanx!

On Crooked Creek said...

Sarah,
Lovely blues! When touring Paris, I had to stay with "the group" and missed some of the everday sights I'd like to have experienced! Thank you for this post!
Fondly,
Pat

hi-d said...

What gorgeous photos you have of Paris! I have yet to make all my rounds for this party...but I'm so enjoying it. I've noticed a theme perhaps in so many of the blogs...the GORGEOUS doors and windows and signs in the decor over there. WOW...Wish we had that here in the States.

Thanks again for your post. Have a lovely week!

Heidi (hi-d)

chubskulit said...

Lovely photos.

Visiting from Blue Monday. Here is my BLUE post. Have a nice week ahead.

Wsprsweetly Of Cottages said...

Stunning photo's, Sarah! Who's beautiful silver hair in the french braid! Also lovely.
:) Mona

Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acorns said...

Beautiful blues....

Thanks for sharing! So nice to meet new fruends through Anita.

Joy said...

Beautiful photos..would love to go to Paris! Happy Blue Monday :)

xinex said...

Your photos are beautiful, Sarah! I love Paris! I want to go back...Christine

Leah H. said...

So many BLUES! Great shots..

Visiting for Blue Monday- hope you can stop by:)

http://dsahmblogs.com/2012/06/summer-babies-are-here.html

Anonymous said...

:)

Bunny Jean said...

Hi Sarah!

How lucky you are to have won that nice gift. I will go and enter for her next giveaway.

All of those Paris pictures brought back memories. Except the blue skies... we had grey skies. November is like that :/

xoxo Bunny Jean

Entertaining Women said...

Sweet Mister and I agreed many many years ago that the color we both live the best with is blue...any shade of blue. I've always referred to myself as a "blue girl." Love the angles taken around marvelous Paris...I also love Paris. Congratulations on that lovely give away. Cherry Kay

Mary said...

Bonjour, so nice of you to come by my post. I love your blue themed picture post of Paris. Lovely. What a nice way to meet new people with a party by Anita. I hope to see you again. Mary

Pie said...

Beautiful pics!

My Blue Monday.

It's me said...

Hello it is great to see you in Paris too....enjoy the week.....what a great idea from Anita.....again...love from me...xxx...beutiful post !!

The French Hutch said...

Hi Sarah, What great photographs of people and places in Paris. Love your beautiful random blues. I also have a collection of door pics. Of course the French Faience plate is one of my favorite photos along with the dutch (I think) charger. Great snap of you enjoying Monet (your hair is gorgeous), and what a great shot of your husband in front of the romantic Seine! It must have been such a special trip! Congratulations on winning the brocante giveaway. Such pretty items.

Hugs
~Emily
The French Hutch

Miss Kitty said...

Wow! Gorgeous photos of Paris...I have never been there so thanks so much for sharing your photography with us.

Mary Timmers said...

Hi Sarah, I love the French blue. All warm and inviting. Thanks for sharing some great pics!

Ivy and Elephants said...

Sarah you pictures are amazing. This post is so inspirational. I would love it if you could share this awesome post at our What’s It Wednesday linky party. I hope you can join us.

Paula
ivyandelephants.blogspot.com

Bella said...

Hi Sarah,
Oh so blue and oh so lovley!
Hugs,
Bella

Debbiedoo's said...

Just lovely. You know blue is my favorite color. I want to get to Paris someday too. Lovely photos Sarah.

Lynn@ The Vintage Nest said...

Simply irresistible Sarah and congrats. on that great win. Sweet!

Erika said...

Paris is definitely one of my favourite places, and your pictures are awesome, thanks for sharing. Also great package you got.

Garden, Home and Party said...

Sarah,
What great images...I love the color blue and anything from Paris is just icing.
Karen

Doll in the Looking Glass said...

Your photographs are very artistic. Especially love the ones that you shot at an angle.

Visiting from the Bunny Hop.

Debra

renee @ Singing With Birds said...

Awesome images Sarah. I love the folky plate and bright painting especially. Thanks.

Kathleen said...

Beautiful images, beautiful blues! My favorite color for eyes!

Evi said...

what beautiful pictures! Makes me want to go. Ah, those blue doors....
I am trying to catch up with all your posts. I loved the package of party goods. Whatever celebration...you always have all the makings and talent for a great party.
And then I visited your garden. I am in awe. It is simply BEAUTIFUL.
Mine is still a mess in some places. We have too much rain. Plants are being drowned, poor things.
Wishing you wonderful warm days,
Evi

laurie @ bargain hunting said...

Sarah, now I want to paint my door that French blue color! Those are all beautiful, and of course, I love the French pottery you showed. I'm pinning that first set of French doors. I'm trying to imagine what my house would look like with a door that color. I'm not sure I have a good enough imagination, but I sure am loving that color. laurie

Jeanie said...

You have combined two things I dearly love -- Paris and Blue. And you couldn't have done it better! Gorgeous photos -- it is indeed the Paris I love.

Natasha in Oz said...

What a divine post about Paris! You have made me even more excited than I already am about our trip to Paris this Christmas! I love this post Sarah-thanks so much for sharing these beautiful pictures!

Best wishes,
Natasha in Oz

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

You were so right, Sarah..words were totally unnecessary in this beautiful post! What a beautiful array of blues you found in Paris! Happy Blue Monday!

Congratulations on winning such a nice gift! I will check out the new give away.Thanks!

Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage said...

Delicious!

Dawne said...

Bonjour Sarah!
So very nice of you to come by and play at Anita's paris party! Wasn't it fun? Your "Paris Blues" are just lovely, and I can see you have had a great time in the City of Light! Oh to eat on the street with good friends!! I am headed back next month, and can hardly wait!
Congrats on winning the Bliss farm giveaway!
Amitiés!
dawne

Sylvia said...

Great collection of photos, Sarah! I love your Paris Blue ! Thank you for your kind comment on my Paris picnic.
Enjoy!

Ms. K @ Write On Thyme said...

Had to stop by to see your Paris post from Anita's party. Love the photos. Will have to stop back by. Thanks for participating!
Kirsten

Babs said...

Sarah, I love your choice of subjects for Paris Blues. I especially like the doors, doorknockers, and the peacock in the shop window. Congratulations on winning the fun giveaway.

Designing Domesticity said...

Simply stunning. What great inspiration. So hard to find the perfect Parisian blue. Thanks for sharing, liz

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