Friday, November 26, 2010

Champagne on the Halfshell

Bonjour mes amis!  I hope all of you piglets had delicious Thanksgiving meals!  

No rest for the full, I'm afraid. Today begins with more champagne and succulent delights!  Roasted pig and oysters to nibble all day.  Champagne with pomegranate seeds to wash it all down!  Magnifique!  

What a perfect way to start off the jolly season!  Only 29 more days until the jingle jingles!
Cheers!


Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Glamorous and Ooh La La Luxury

Vacation time has arrived!  Extra long weekends ahead.  Hopefully you will spend them in luxurious and glamorous surroundings like the ones below.  So chic.  So decadent.  Perfect for eating grande meals and taking snoozes in front of the parade. 

Be sure to rest up!  That jolly Pere Noel shows his face after this weekend!






{images via Belle MaisonThe Decorista and House of Turquoise}

Monday, November 22, 2010

Thanksgiving Done Bright

Happy Monday! 

Since this is only a 2 (or for me 3-ugh) day week, Monday doesn't seem so bad!  Thanksgiving is around the corner, and for me this means an excuse to start buying up all the trendy holiday decor that has hit the shelves! 

Not a huge fall color fan (surprise), I love this shabby chic, light and bright Thanksgiving tablescape. Switch out the straw for pine, the pumpkins for shiny ornaments, and the turkeys for reindeer and you transition to the perfect Christmas-winter wonderland!

Jingle Jingle!




{images via House of Turquoise}

Thursday, November 18, 2010

Orange You Glad...

...It's almost the weekend?!  I know I am.  Looking forward to sleeping in and catching up on my very important collection of DVR'd shows. 

Quelle surprise!  Oranage looking magnificant on Elements of Style.  Warm and bright...perfect for Thanksgiving next week.  J'adore!  Here's to a marvelous weekend of lounging.  Cheers!






Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Royal Blush...

...Blushing bride to be!
 
I am sure by now you have all read the news.  The tres gorge- magnifique wearer of hats and "commoner"(!) Kate Middleton is set to wed, King-to-be, Prince William! 

Ah-so exciting!  One of the many occasions I will count down to in 2011. 

Like so many simpletons, I am not moaning of the imaginary "loss" of Prince William (please!).  Moreover, my mind is already racing with the details of the royal event!  Decor?  Dress?  So much to think about. 

The Prince proposed with his mother's sapphire engagement ring.  Sigh.  Perfect for a Princess in waiting!





Monday, November 15, 2010

Oink Oink

Bonjour!  Ah, mes amis, it has been a hard week!  A mystery illness struck and has been the cause of cabin fever, insomnia, and a few other awful side effects.  All is now well and I am on the mend.  Unfortunately, on the mend means back at the desk (sigh). 

Stuck inside all weekend meant cooking to satisfy my inner piglet.  First stop, the apparently famous Neiman Marcus Chocolate Chip Cookies.  Yes, they should be famous, because they are magnifique!  Thinking about renaming them so I get the credit....hm.

Happy Monday! 



Neiman Marcus Chocolate Chip Cookies


2 cups butter
2 cups brown sugar
2 cups sugar
5 cups blended oatmeal
4 cups flour
1 tsp. salt
24 oz. chocolate chips
1 8 oz. fine dark chocolate (grated)
4 eggs
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. vanilla
3 cups chopped nuts (your choice)

Measure oatmeal and blend in a food processor to a fine powder. Cream the butter and both sugars. Add eggs and vanilla. Mix in the flour, oatmeal, salt, baking powder, and soda. Add chocolate chips, dark chocolate and nuts. Roll into balls and place two inches apart on a cookie sheet or drop by teaspoonful onto the cookie sheet.


Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes, or 10 to 12 minutes for a crispier cookie.

Makes enough for you, your family, and your entire neighborhood.

Friday, November 5, 2010

Dinner Date

Elements of Style designed the most delicious dinner party table.  In love with the combination of patterns and colors.  J'adore the china and chandelier!  I see a dinner party in my future....

First things first,  know how to set the proper table. 
If not-you're out of luck mes cheries!

Happy Vendredi!  Cheers to a fabulous weekend!




{images via Elements of Style and The Decorista}

Thursday, November 4, 2010

Fireside Naps

Rainy, dreary, un-chic day!  So cold and dark, all I want to do is stay in bed and watch something that takes place in California (or Paris).  Perfect day to sit by a fire, take naps, and drink wine.  Maybe apres work??
A day sans desk is quickly approaching!
xo



{images via Braborne Farm and Shoebox Decor}

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

Tuesdays Would Be Alot Better If...

I had a tiny little cottage getaway like this one!  House of Turquoise featured this adorably bright and chic mini-cottage.  What a dreamy place to spend a sunny (or rainy!) fall day.  Sigh.  Quelle domage!  A day at the desk isn't nearly as pretty, but only 3  1/2 more days until vendredi! 




{Cabin originally featured in Canadian Home and Country}

Monday, November 1, 2010

Dog Decor

Bonjour!  Usually I dread Monday.  Today is no exception, except that I can wear a smile all day knowing that the miserable Halloween mess is behind us!  Now it is on to bigger and better holidays!  Can't wait for Christmas cheer to start showing its jolly face!

In the meantime....
Contemplating a few new accessories for that boring room?  How delish are these dog-cessories??  Love them!

Happy Monday. 



{images via Belle Maison, Braborne Farm, and Elements of Style}