Stitchy & Frenchy Things

Lots going on today, I'm deciding on the colors for my next garden sampler, stitching another pattern and designing a new one at the same time.  A tea and cookies break is in order. The Assam tea and French vanilla madeleines are from my favorite French Tea Shop in Salem, MA. They're more than welcome on this rainy afternoon. September is here everyone! I'm looking forward to it. Hope you're taking time for tea too. xx ~ Jilly

Pasta with Lemon-Whipped Creme Fraiche & Peas

You're about twenty minutes away from this gloriously easy and supremely satisfying pasta dish. This is the kind of impromptu cooking that makes my heart happy. In the time it takes to boil the spaghetti, the sauce is made. Toss everything together, dig in and be happy. Tangles of spaghetti in a creamy sauce spiked with lemon with the bright pop of the peas makes it so good.

I eat this when my husband is away on business. A glass of crisp white wine, a good movie and a cozy quilt are also welcome.

Roses & Tutus

Garland of Roses Pillow

Beautiful French Aubusson Rug

Have you seen the  paintings of Laurence Amelie? They're impressionistic and imaginative. Rachel Ashwell (my muse) is fond of them too. They blend effortlessly with Shabby Chic and French decor. I adore them. I had to share them with you!

Images found on Pinterest. Please visit my boards for more French inspiration.



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