you have to start somewhere
hi guys what’s happening? it’s way late but i wanted to get here before turning in and share a little of what i’m working on. starting to anyway. i’ve been meaning to go through my pics from paris and organize them for a book about the city’s flea markets. so tonight i had the time and busted in to the jules valles folder. jules is one of the sub-markets at clignancourt in and a little off he beaten path but definitely a market to be reckoned with.
it’s an affordable, two aisle covered market brimming with good loot. i was hoping to get back this month to grab a few things for the big event coming up but i just can’t see getting on another plane right now.
the as of yet undisclosed event is on march 22nd. it takes 4-6 weeks by container so chances are i could miss the boat if the stars don’t align.
but it is tempting, this little marche! i thought you may enjoy a stroll down memory lane with me~
a couple of really dramatic booths amid lots of good chaos
an abundance of textiles
tassels and linens
drama
excess
art
that aforementioned chaos
and french moderne
so maybe i won’t get back for awhile but at least there are the shots to remember it by! well, have a great night mes sweetpeas, a demain!
Laura replied:
These photos are fabulous! I should plan to go on one of your shopping trips!
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January 17, 2012 at 8:08 am. Permalink.
Nikon replied:
That place looks fabulous! But I think if I had all of those goodies to look at, it would be a case of sensory overload.
Wow, amazing photos, Claudia!
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January 17, 2012 at 8:39 am. Permalink.
Carina replied:
Yes, please, a Paris Apartment guide book to the Paris fleas is a must! Can’t wait to hear about your undisclosed event.
Sending hugs for you and your family and hope your Dad’s health is improving. xo
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January 17, 2012 at 9:16 am. Permalink.
Shelly Gregory replied:
YUM YUM YUM!!! All too enticing! It is a dream of mine to shop the antiques/flea markets in Paris and Italy. Thank you for the lovely stroll down memory lane. And, I ditto another book–of ANY kind regarding decorating or shopping the antique/flea markets–from you!
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January 17, 2012 at 12:16 pm. Permalink.
Rhonda replied:
All I can say is ….sigh…..what an incredible brocante. Your flea market book sounds wonderful!
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January 17, 2012 at 1:03 pm. Permalink.
Whats the Story Morning Glory replied:
I would love a book on the Paris flea markets. It is a dream of mine to someday get there. I love all the beautiful mirrors and frames and the textiles. Makes my heart skip a beat. I live in Western Canada and we just don’t ever get such beautiful items here. Iif I had enough money I would love to bring home enough items to open a store. Oh to dream.
Lana
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January 17, 2012 at 1:47 pm. Permalink.
J. Quigley replied:
Caught this post rushing off to work, but had to comment. These markets are breathtaking! All I can say is WOW!
Janet
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January 17, 2012 at 2:59 pm. Permalink.
ParisienSalon replied:
I LOVE those frames! Can’t wait to see the book!!!
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January 17, 2012 at 3:24 pm. Permalink.
Sandy Wright replied:
Wonderful! I want to see more….and please, when is your next shopping trip, I want to go!
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January 17, 2012 at 3:43 pm. Permalink.
Teresa@ Splendid Sass replied:
Oh, I could have so much fun here, Claudia! So many beautiful things to see.
Teresa
xoxo
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January 17, 2012 at 4:17 pm. Permalink.
Brooklyn, EAT your heart out! replied:
Great photos! I’m new to your blog….and totally addicted. ;o)
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January 17, 2012 at 4:24 pm. Permalink.
Angela/ParisienneFarmgirl replied:
AHHHH! One of my fav’s too! Such memories!!!!
It’s been way to long for me. Sigh.
I get giddy just looking at these photos! Thanks for sharing!
Angelathe Parisienne Farmgirl
Parisienne Farmgirl Magazine
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January 17, 2012 at 5:00 pm. Permalink.
akissfromthepast..blog replied:
oh- i hardly can breath.. so much beauty in these pictures! wonderful flea market! i LOVe vintage and antiques!
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January 17, 2012 at 6:45 pm. Permalink.
Sarah replied:
I just found your blog and am thoroughly enjoying it – combining the ages of Enlightenment and Art Deco shows a rare species of courage!
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January 17, 2012 at 11:18 pm. Permalink.
à la parisienne replied:
That stack of gilded French mirrors is enough to make me hop on a plane to Paris:)
Mandy
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January 18, 2012 at 2:23 am. Permalink.
Paris Rendez-vous replied:
Gorgeous…coming over in April and can’t wait to visit all those wonderful antique markets.
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January 18, 2012 at 11:15 pm. Permalink.