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Curated Living with French Soul

Where beauty becomes part of everyday life

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The Whimsical Vase That Graced My Brunch

Frances Palmer Pottery is one piece of art not to pass up. Her ability to capture the whimsical feel of nature in her pottery is only found within the rhythms from a floral garden. Her work is inspiring and in harmony with nature.

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A Day in the Garden
Adding Linens to Your Tablescape - How to Style a Tablescape Like a Professional - 9th in this series

Learn how I created a tablescape by using both new and vintage linens.

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La Fête du Muguet — A Spring Gathering on the First Days of May

The lilacs are blooming. In France, the first day of May is La Fête du Muguet — the tradition of bringing fresh florals indoors to mark the true beginning of spring. A quiet gathering at home with garden lilacs, vintage silver, and warm scones.

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Bringing The Outdoor Into Your Home To Promote Health and Well-being
Intimate Springtime Gathering and Vintage Heirlooms
Creating a French Market Basket Design - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 7th in this series

Learn how I created this French market basket design that won “Most Beautiful in Show”.

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This Sweet Half-Naked Cake Took The Show - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 6th in this series

This little Semi-Naked Cake was the hit of the show. See how I created this design.

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Easter Table Setting Using Everyday Portmeirion Botanic Garden Dishes

Easter is right around the corner and with the need for social distancing, I created a design using my everyday dishes to show that you can still have a beautiful tablescape and have fun putting it together.

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Creating Nosegays - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 5th in this series

“My French Garden”

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Incorporating Flowers into Your Table Design - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 4th in this series

“My French Garden”

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Creating a Color Pallet For Your Tablescape - How to Style A Tablescape Like A Professional - 3rd in this series

“My French Garden”

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