The French Mouse: December 2010

Wednesday, December 29, 2010

The Most Beautiful Thing...

I don't even have the words to express the exquisite beauty of these works of art by Su Blackwell, so I will just share some of my favorites and let you enjoy...

A huge thank you to The New Victorian Ruralist blog for turning me on to this magnificent artist! And do go check out Su Blackwell's blog and shop...I only shared a fraction of her gorgeous work!

Monday, December 27, 2010

Inspiring me today...

Happy Monday to you all...I hope you've all emerged from your turkey stupor ready for the week!

Saturday, December 25, 2010

Merry Christmas! Or, as I like to say, Merry Turkey Day! Mr. Mouse and I had our own celebration two days ago since he is working today, and if I do say so myself we stuffed and roasted a fantastic turkey! We have been dining on the leftovers for two days now (with much more frozen for future feasting) and I'm still hard put to decide whether the stuffing or the turkey is more delicious... oh well, I guess I'll just have to have some more and continue the evaluation!

Wishing you all a wonderful warm food-filled day of feasting with treasured family and friends!

Thursday, December 23, 2010

I'm Dreaming of a White Christmas...

What are you dreaming of this Christmas?

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Imaginary Christmas List Part II...

Victorian Diamond and Enamel Bracelet

Vintage Judith Leiber purse

Victorian Garnet Bracelet

English Diamond and Gold Thimble, circa 1800

French Gold, Diamond and Ruby Purse, circa 1910

Victorian Rose Gold and Diamond Bracelet

Edwardian Bone and Diamond Hair Pins

Belle Epoque Diamond and Pearl Purse, circa 1910

Edwardian Diamond Brooch

Edwardian Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet

Art Nouveau Opal and Gold Bangle

Art Nouveau Gold and Diamond Brooch

Victorian Gold and Seed Pearl Bracelet

All images via 1st Dibs

Wishing you all a luxurious holiday season!

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Fur...

I know fashion fur is not the most politically correct thing, but I grew up with a father who'd grown up in the North with his own trap route since the age of 10, so it's definitely one of those cultural differences! For my own preferences if I want fur I buy vintage, but whatever your position (fur or faux) you can't deny the appeal of soft furry cosiness on a cold winter's day!

Stay warm this week!

At The French Mouse House...

This year I'm obsessed with simple and nature inspired holiday decorations, for some of my favorites I hope you'll click on over to The French Mouse House and enjoy some gorgeous greenery on this wintry day!