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My notes on sourcing, collecting and navigating the vintage world with intention. Musings meant to inspire.

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From time to time, a piece stands out for its depth or timeliness. This featured article explores the nuances of sourcing, collecting and navigating the vintage world with greater understanding.

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What is French-style décor?

What is French-style décor?

By kathy kathrynacox@icloud.com

  Across the world, the idea of ‘the French style’ is usually associated with sophistication, elegance and minimalist chic. And with good reason! Rich in rustic charm but classically understated,...

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What is a sustainable lifestyle?

What is a sustainable lifestyle?

By kathy kathrynacox@icloud.com

Sustainability. It's a fashionable word right now, and it definitely gets thrown around a lot, but what does it actually mean to live a sustainable lifestyle?  We don’t want to just say it;...

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Beginner’s guide to the French art of table setting

Beginner’s guide to the French art of table setting

By kathy kathrynacox@icloud.com

 It's no secret that the French set the standard for the art of table setting (art de la table). Since the days of Louis XIV's royal court, they have been...

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Paris and the Brocante!

Paris and the Brocante!

By kathy kathrynacox@icloud.com

Paris. My favourite city.  The history, the architecture, the beauty.  The food, oh...the food.  The sit-outside-and-watch-the-world-go-by culture.  The shops.  The artists.  The brocantes! I've only been to one brocante in...

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Sustainable kitchen hacks (that can save you some cash!)

Sustainable kitchen hacks (that can save you some cash!)

By kathy kathrynacox@icloud.com

  Want to make good on your resolutions to get serious about sustainability while keeping the family budget in check, too? The best spot to start is in your kitchen!...

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Top ten reasons to love linen

Top ten reasons to love linen

By kathy kathrynacox@icloud.com

It's no secret that we adore linen – clean and crisp; this natural wonder-fabric evokes unassuming comfort and fresh homespun vibes. It's by far our favourite textile! Linen is one...

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