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Wednesday, 18 May 2011

A French Basket












There is something about a basket that conjures up that feeling of summer and strolling around a market with a basket filled with fresh produce and flowers, this basket was another find from the little French shop and as soon as I saw it I loved it.













I have quite a few baskets in my home because I love the texture they provide but they are also great for storage.











Another find I have had recently are these little steps, I can't tell you how many chairs I have broken by standing on them when changing curtains etc...so these will be well used and they just fold up and lean against the wall.
















Another basket. I have had this hanging basket a very long time and the liner had to be replaced but a pet hate of mine are the liners in the shops at the moment especially the paper ones, so I have tried to come up with something that looks good for the few months till the plants become established. This hessian sack bag is something I picked up in our local pound shop, I cut down one side of the seem and lined it with newspaper to hold the compost. I'll let you know if it last the summer.




Today I am linking with a beach cottage for Good life Wednesdays



and Faded Charm Cottage for White Wednesdays
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31 comments:

  1. Robynne's Nest18 May 2011 at 09:06

    Deborah, just gorgeous photos. You are going to have to do a post on the little french shop...perhaps next time your are there you could ask to take some photos inside....I have found most people don't mind...I've only had a few 'NO's. Robx

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  2. Suz18 May 2011 at 09:08

    Let me be the first to say it-What a wonderful basket you've found and it looks so sweet with the white flowers in it.

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  3. This is Belgium18 May 2011 at 10:26

    very beautiful photography !! and baskets !!
    http://whatisbelgium.blogspot.com

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  4. Unknown18 May 2011 at 11:05

    Your basket is a lovely find - the texture of basket work is a great addition to a living space I agree. The cowparsley is on its last gasp around us here, I always miss it when it goes over.

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  5. Victoria18 May 2011 at 12:33

    Your kitchen is amazing!!! I love it and your little stool is darling!

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  6. Unknown18 May 2011 at 12:52

    Just love your little french basket. It just looks so perfect with the flowers spilling over. Such a wonderful find!

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  7. Laura18 May 2011 at 12:55

    I too share a love of baskets. In fact I'd go as far to say I'm addicted... at the moment I'm waiting for UPS to deliver me a vintage picnic basket... I can't wait, but I'll have to find room for it in this little place! Oh, and I love the step ladder, I'm on the hunt for some at the moment. Lx

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  8. Sherri B.18 May 2011 at 13:39

    That is an excellent idea for your hanging basket, looking forward to see how it holds up. Those step ladders are so versatile, I have even used mine as a display for houseplants.

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  9. Melissa18 May 2011 at 13:49

    oh we are two peas in a french enamel ware pod!

    i too, collect enamelware...
    i brought home some gorgeous jugs & a lidless teapot {that was always going to be used for the kids water jug at the table anyways...} from our road trip to france last summer...

    brocante shopping is heaven- i didn't pay more than 3 euros for any of it!

    your dresser, as always looks gorgeous...and yes i too have a vintage ladder due to broken chairs for climbing!!
    yours is perfect!
    i now have a garage of lovely chairs that need fixing that i can't bare to throw out!!

    suns back out- a quick cup of tea and sweep the garden...hope you getting some lovely washing weather where you are...

    melissa xx

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  10. Anna at the Doll House18 May 2011 at 13:52

    Hello Deborah

    Baskets are beautiful, functional, natural and biodegradable. They come in an endless variety of shapes and sizes and my life would be poorer without mine. I'm sure you will find all sorts of uses for your little french basket.

    Anna

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  11. a beach house in Montana18 May 2011 at 16:14

    the french basket is sssooooo cute i love the french enamal ware also but you have to do a post on the little french shop here in montana they really dont have any cute french shops just a bunch of way to expensive antiques shops maybe i need to open a shop here well a girl can dream xoxo sherri

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  12. flowers on my table18 May 2011 at 16:59

    I love your little basket. When I lived in England, lots of people used baskets to pop out to the local shops, as did I. Here in Ireland people call me "little red riding hood" when I use my basket.Occasionally when working on a building site, I would get real stick from the builders when I presented my lunch in a basket. I don't care, I love them and they are so much more environmentally friendly than plastic bags, not to mention prettier. Your little step ladder is great too. Love Linda x

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  13. An Urban Cottage18 May 2011 at 17:49

    Do you call that flower "Queen Anne's Lace" in England too?

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  14. Jane and Lance Hattatt18 May 2011 at 18:41

    Hello:
    So many really goodly things are included in this post, not least your use of baskets. Why is it that so few people carry a proper basket to shop with these days, preferring for some reason a plastic carrier?

    Your vintage steps are wonderful and will, we are sure, be exceedingly handy. We could do with them ourselves. And the sacking to line the hanging basket is an excellent and practical idea - one to be copied.

    Thank you so much for the comments which you have left on our recent posts. They are much appreciated.

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  15. karen - Simply Inspired18 May 2011 at 19:51

    deborah...thank you for the lovely post... such a pretty basket filled with queen anne's lace...
    -xok.

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  16. Richard Cottrell18 May 2011 at 20:34

    I cam across your blog by way of another. I would like to invite you to stop by sometime and visit me in the USA. I love baskets and have a lot at, My Old Historic House. Richard

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  17. Desire Empire18 May 2011 at 23:13

    My favourtie is the little ladder. Some great finds at your little french store. I can't wait to we see inside.
    Best Carolyn

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  18. flowers on my table18 May 2011 at 23:15

    Many thanks for the visit Deborah and the lovely comments. Nite-nite, Linda x

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  19. Arabella19 May 2011 at 04:10

    Everything is so lovely ~ your idea for your hanging basket is perfect!

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  20. Sandi~A Cottage Muse19 May 2011 at 12:34

    So thrilled that I stopped by...just love your blog and your photos today are beautiful!
    Looking forward to catching up!

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  21. michelle19 May 2011 at 15:35

    Beautiful baskets and the steps are so pretty! I love the Queens Ann Lace as well. I love how you lined the basket if flowers too, what a great idea.
    Always so soothing visiting you. :)
    XO

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  22. flowers on my table20 May 2011 at 09:30

    Deborah, thanks so much for your lovely comments. Lucky you having a hardware store around the corner. I have several favourite paint companies, I probably use Little Greene and Farrow and Ball the most. A lot of people think they are too expensive and have them mixed by a Dulux dealer, but it's just not the same. The first 2 companies use natural pigments in their paints and so the colours are more subtle and the finish more chalky. However, for painting bits of furniture in white shades, Dulux is absolutely fine, I also like Homebase's own paint (which I suspect is actually made by Dulux).For old houses a website called Francesca's Paints sells the most wonderful limewashes in gorgeous edible looking colours. My favourite shade to use at the moment is Little Greene's French Grey. Hope this is helpful, and not "too much information"! Have a great weekend, love Linda x

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  23. Sarah @ Modern Country Style20 May 2011 at 15:11

    I love basket's too. I try and think up new ways of using them...but I do have a few lying around that I just liked the look of - so until I find homes for them, I'm trying to limit myself from buying any more!!!!

    You're post isn't helping one bit!! Your basket looks LOVELY!!

    Sarahx

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  24. blossoms vintage chic21 May 2011 at 08:18

    Hello Deborah, New to your beautiful blog and loving this post! I think your idea for lining the basket is wonderful...I also dislike the look of the store bought liners. The basket turned out beautifully!
    Have a lovely weekend,
    xoxo
    Debbie

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  25. flowers on my table21 May 2011 at 21:28

    Glad to be of help. Enjoy your Sunday, love Linda x

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  26. flowers on my table22 May 2011 at 10:43

    Thanks for the visit , aren't the cushions gorgeous, I can't decide which I like the best either. Love Linda x

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  27. LindyLouMac22 May 2011 at 19:01

    I would love that basket to add to my collection.

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  28. Karena23 May 2011 at 01:12

    Deborah, I adore baskets and use them for everything I can think of! Lining with your own fabrics is the best...

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

    Do Come and enter my Great Giveaway from Serena & Lily!

    You will love it!

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  29. Anonymous23 May 2011 at 05:13

    Hello Deborah, I am new to your blog. What a wonderful blog you have, I love your photographs and descriptions of your life. I have added you to my favourites. Kindest regards, Ann ~ Australia.

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  30. Kirsty Girl24 May 2011 at 02:57

    Stunning! Your whole blog is beautiful! :D

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  31. The Cloth Shed24 May 2011 at 09:27

    Just found your blog via Wild Acre...love your white kitchen and new stepladder...much better than a chair. The Bell Jar sounds a fantastic shop.
    Will try and put you on my sidebar..do you not have a follower gadget?
    Julie x

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