Be satisfied with cleaning and tidying up crowded drawers
and cupboards, it maybe happens…
but taking photos that’s a real, real fun!
but taking photos that’s a real, real fun!
A new one! So, when I had to put the linen tablecloths in order,
I thought that it would be interesting to get some photos of
this stuff intriguing myself with its presentation.
It’s a challenge for me to experiment with my artistic nature
in a sector still unknown for me…creating beautiful photos.
in a sector still unknown for me…creating beautiful photos.
Anyway, I’m trying and I 'm learning from you.
So, I’m showing you here a specimen of my linen embroideries
but please I have to make it clear, this work is the hand work
of my mother and not mine. She particularly loves linen and has
made a great work when she was younger.
I remember how pleased she was when she offered
her pieces to us but also to friends. Share is wonderful!
her pieces to us but also to friends. Share is wonderful!
.......
One of these linen napkins was used for our Sunday breakfast,
which unfortunately was taken indoors
because of the weather. We have had very windy days
and were obligated to stay inside,
no chance of the veranda. Don’t imagine that we decorate
our daily table breakfast like this, we have just
our daily table breakfast like this, we have just
celebrated our 11 wedding anniversary!!!
Thank you for being here and
take the time to taste the little pleasures
of daily life!
O
Georges Moustaki has passed away and
I’m uploading a song in his memory
Everything is so beautiful. Love your cosy table.
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend
Hugs
You have such beautiful things. I always love seeing them. I think the tablecloth is my very favorite of all your wonderful linens.
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful linen! And extra special because your mother made it.
ReplyDeleteGreatings from Aleta
Congratulations on your anniversary! Your Mothers embroidery is so beautiful and you have made it look even more special by colour matching it with other beautiful things from around your home. I enjoyed so much looking through these pictures and it must have been such fun sorting out your linen cupboard this time!
ReplyDeleteSarah x
Thank you Sarah!
DeleteAllereerst van harte gefeliciteerd met de verjaardag van jullie trouwdag!
ReplyDeleteEn wat een geweldige borduurkunst heeft je moeder! Een prachtig kleed met mooie herinneringen.
En wat een mooie foto's heb je gemaakt! Het was genieten!
Lieve groet,
Gerry
Thank you Gerry !
DeleteWhat a lovely post !!..i enjoy it...love from me...xxx...!..congratulations with your anniversery !!
ReplyDeleteThank you Ria!
DeleteTijdens het bekijken van je mooie sfeervolle foto's vroeg ik mij af wie die prachtige tafelkleden geborduurd zou hebben...
ReplyDeleteen halverwege kreeg ik het antwoord daarop,je moeder verstaat de kunst om zoveel moois te maken.
Jij laat ze met zoveel liefde en creativiteit aan ons zien,ik kan daar zó van genieten dat deze verfijnde handwerken in de familie blijven.
Van H♥rte Gefeliciteerd met jullie 11 jarig huwelijk!!!
Lieve groet en fijne avond!!!
Ger
Thank you Ger!
DeleteALL of the pictures look so pretty - they look like they should be in a magazine. Happy Anniversary! M x
ReplyDeleteThank you Jane!
DeleteWhat a lovely picture's, my favorite is picture 5, what a lovely combination.
ReplyDeleteVerry beautiful.
Greetings,
Inge, my choice
How beautiful your Mother's embroidery is, Olympia and you have created such lovely vignettes with each and every one! Your table looks so lovely with all your pretty dishes and the beautiful tablecloth. Happy, Happy Anniversary! Thank you for sharing your lovely linens and dishes with us. You are always inspiring!
ReplyDeleteHugs, xoxo
Karen
Thank you Karen !
DeleteVery beautiful linen, the pictures look so pretty!
ReplyDeleteHugs xx
Really enjoyed your artistic post showing your mothers beautiful embroidery Olympia, and big congratulations to you and your husband on celebrating your 11th Wedding Anniversary.
ReplyDeleteThank you Rosemary !
DeleteCongratulations to your 11 wedding anniversary, I hope many happy years will follow!!!!
ReplyDeleteSending hugs! Ingrid
Thank you Ingrid!
DeleteMi colpisce il tuo grandissimo senso estetico, ogni piccolo dettaglio è curatissimo e ne vengono fuori foto bellissimi ! Tua mamma ha delle mani di fata e le sue tovaglie sono bellissime e preziose, è raro trovare oggi cose così fatte a mano . Adoro questa canzone di Georges Moustaki , mi è dispiaciuto sapere che ha lasciato questo mondo. Ciao - abbraccio.
ReplyDeleteOlympia, congratulations on your wedding anniversary. You've been together for a long time. Lovely embroidered linen! Your mother has done beautiful hand work. Happy weekend, Olympia!
ReplyDeleteThank you Satu !
DeleteI'm intrigued with the first photo. What is that? It's beautiful. ;D
ReplyDeleteJust two little crystal balls in the teacup .
DeleteDear Olympia congratulations on your wedding anniversary,so great,
ReplyDeleteBeautiful embrodidered linen,beautiful post!
Have a nice weekend
Nely
Thank you Nely!
DeleteDearest Olympia,
ReplyDeleteYour Mother is one of the finest embroiderers one could possibly find! The way you created these photos by bringing embroidery and porcelain to live in combination with real flowers and herbs is incredible. You certainly do have a very artistic eye for beauty. Also the still life painting that you copied in real time...
Happy belated 11th anniversary. That´s a great reason for setting a pretty table for breakfast!
Hugs to you,
Mariette
PS please do try to change your Word Verification so I can keep your blog on my sideline; otherwise I have to move it all the way to the bottom...
You can read my tutorial for doing this: http://bit.ly/wuDl5h
IF you are afraid of SPAM; check out this for really taking care of it: http://networkedblogs.com/IK8Qd
Thank you so much Mariette ! I'll check what you are saying about the world verification .
DeleteHa-ha I had to come back to check if I wrote 'world' verification... It is quite simple to take care of that and it makes leaving a comment so much easier.
DeleteEnjoy your weekend!
Hugs,
Mariette
Hello Olympia
ReplyDeleteYour mother's handwork is truly beautiful and how wonderful you have so many beautiful examples of her art.
I have a passion for linen and have quite a collection. What better occasion to display these pieces than on your 11th Anniversary. Wishing you a lifetime of joy.
To a glorious weekend my friend.
Helenxx
Thank you so much Helen!
DeleteBeautiful images!
ReplyDeleteMarkus
Bonjour ma très chère amie,
ReplyDeleteQuel bonheur que de vous retrouver et de pouvoir admirer vos publications.
Je m'émerveille devant vos photos et les belles associations des oeuvres remplies de délicatesse et de raffinement crées par votre maman.
Un petit déjeuner doit être je suis certaine un très agréable moment chez vous. J'aime tous les produits que je visualise sur vos magnifiques photos.
Je vous souhaite un bel et agréable anniversaire de mariage.
Gros bisous à vous et merci pour votre très gentil commentaire.
Merci bien Martine!
DeleteBest wishes on your anniversary !
ReplyDeletePhotos are fantastic and what a treasure to have linens embroidered by your Mom !
They are absolutely lovely !
Hugs from here !
Thank you Alina!
DeleteYour mother's handiwork is so very beautiful! I like how you paired the linens with other objects and created the lovely photos.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a belated Happy Anniversary,
Karen
Thank you Karen!
DeleteDear Olympia,
ReplyDeleteLove your pretty needlework cloths, and how talented your Mother is - they are all so beautiful.
Your photos are all so lovely and I like how you have incorporated flowers in your pictures.
How sweet the pansies are.
Wishing you a happy Anniversary, Congratulations and best wishes for the future.
hugs
Carolyn
Thank you Carolyn!
DeleteBeautiful, beautiful, beautiful ... I really love hand embroidery. Greetings.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic work done by your mother! :) So beautiful! What a treasure to have. And what lovely photos taken by you. A beautiful combination. :)
ReplyDeleteTake care!♥
Lotta
xx
complimenti davvero di cuore , un blog bellissimo e foto stupende ....felice giornata.
ReplyDeleteMy daughter and I share a love for linens. In fact she has just started a linen line and her designs are influenced by her travels to different countries. Thank you so much for visiting my blog and leaving such a lovely comment. I am very excited to discover your blog and will be stopping by on a regular basis. Happy anniversary! Your linens are exquisite!
ReplyDeleteBest regards,
Sunday
Thank you so much Sunday!
DeleteWhat stunning linen and you have so much lucky you
ReplyDeleteI adore embroidered linen, and this post was such a delight to see! So much gorgeous embroidery in one place! Wonderful...thank you for sharing these lovely pictures.
ReplyDeleteHelen x