Monday, December 14, 2009

Carole's Christmas Shop



One of our first stops this weekend was to stop by and visit Carole of Maynard Greenhouse whose Christmas shop was full of treasure!



Carole transformed this place into a magical Christmas wonderland....
...take a look!















We each left with a bag full of treasure...I had angel wings, ribbons, a tiny white bird, glass votives, a delicate bird's nest and a sparkly musical note ornament. What fun to bring it all home and incorporate my new finds into my Christmas decor!

Tomorrow I will share some photos of our visit to Deanna's wonderful shop Gather....
...and then the open house at Cathy's of The Cheswick Company and finally the Essex Holiday House Tour!
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24 comments:

  1. Anne MarieDecember 14, 2009 at 8:26 PM

    Laura....Hi there! I was so hoping you were going to show photos......and happy you did!! I would love to make it there some day to meet her and see her shop...

    Merry Christmas!
    Anne Marie

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  2. sweetpeaDecember 14, 2009 at 8:42 PM

    It's very beautiful... Thanks for taking us along.

    Hugs,

    Shelley

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  3. WildflowerhouseDecember 14, 2009 at 8:42 PM

    Thank youLaura for sharing all these lovely photo's of her shop. Just beautiful. Sharon

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  4. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 14, 2009 at 8:58 PM

    Oh my, now that's what I call "Christmas Tree Shopping with a twist!" Such lovely things.

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  5. UnknownDecember 14, 2009 at 8:58 PM

    How beautiful! I have to say some of this reminds me of my things. Maybe that's why I love it so much.

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  6. FILIGREE MOONDecember 14, 2009 at 9:00 PM

    Oh so beautiful! Thanks for sharing ~ Angela

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  7. BellaRosaDecember 14, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    Oh Laura you lucky girl you! I wish I could visit her store myself, she has like you, such wonderful taste! Thank you for sharing these pictures, I mentally shop there with them and the glimpses that Carole gives too :)Can't wait to see how you incorporate them into your decor. Besos,Rose

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  8. Julie@beingRUBYDecember 14, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    HI Laura
    Well I feel as if I know both yourself and Carole after my time spent blogging with you all this year. I'm so glad you were able to visit her and provide us with these gorgeous images of what does seem like a wonderland.

    What a clever, talented and energetic one Carole is and a kind and generous friend too. She truly has the Christmas spirit!!

    I hope one day I'll meet up with you both and see my first White Christmas. [busy next year?? .. haha]

    Love your photos and can't wait for the rest..xx Julie

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  9. CaroleDecember 14, 2009 at 10:37 PM

    Thanks Laura for the "plug"!!! Everything looks so much nicer thru your lens! Looking forward to see the other places you went to. Would have loved to come along but someones gotta sell this stuff..haha!
    xoxo,
    me

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  10. anythinggoeshereDecember 14, 2009 at 10:42 PM

    Pretty, pretty pictures of Carole's shop! xo Joan

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  11. mary pernulaDecember 14, 2009 at 11:13 PM

    I thank your girlfriend for letting us come into her home with your camera, it almost feels I was there by your writtings and photos. You both have alot of talent. Looking forward to more photos. JMPPASTIMES

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  12. trash talkDecember 14, 2009 at 11:13 PM

    The snow angel is absolutely majestic! What a beautiful place to daydream.
    Debbie

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  13. Les CotrionsDecember 15, 2009 at 3:24 AM

    Oh you're right! The atmosphere is magic!!! I'd like to be there!
    Hapy day Laura!
    Vale

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  14. LululizDecember 15, 2009 at 3:38 AM

    What a wonderful shopping trip. I love the angels, they are just beautiful.

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  15. Jacqueline @ HOMEDecember 15, 2009 at 3:48 AM

    Well Laura, I think that our good friend Julie has said what I would have aaid. Ever since I opened my blog to the 'public' in June, I have met some wonderful people, you two being some of the first. I feel as if I know you and class you as my friends and hope that one day we can all meet up in Carole's shop, one Christmas in the future !!
    Carole's shop looks beautiful. A Christmas grotto of twinkly and sparkly treasures. She is so creative, just like you.
    I look forward to your next instalment of your whirlwind weekend. XXXX

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  16. TheresaDecember 15, 2009 at 5:48 AM

    It is like walking into a Christmas dream! What a beautiful shop! Thanks for sharing, can't wait 'til tomorrow to visit Deanna:) Have a blessed day!

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  17. AnonymousDecember 15, 2009 at 6:36 AM

    OH! What a treat to visit Carole's shop in person. I have been visiting her blog and oooooing and aaaaahing for weeks!
    :)
    Have a beautiful day, Laura!
    Zuzu

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  18. cheryl kuhnDecember 15, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    What an amazing trip you had, the store is beautiful, I can't wait to see what you did next!!

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  19. JenniferDecember 15, 2009 at 9:58 AM

    Terrif, gorgeous, lovely, yummy! Jennifer

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  20. MagdalenaDecember 15, 2009 at 1:00 PM

    you are right, everythink looks like from christmas wonderland...
    lovely!
    lots of love
    Magdalena/Color Sepia

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  21. decorator to the starsDecember 15, 2009 at 2:00 PM

    laura, when i was in ct i couldn't find gather, any directions? gio

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  22. Marijke van OoijenDecember 15, 2009 at 2:19 PM

    Hay Laura,

    Your blog is...amazing.!!!
    The pictures of this store are so beautiful.
    I hope I can meet you in my world of nostagic.

    Greetings,
    Marijke

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  23. marysworkshopDecember 15, 2009 at 5:00 PM

    Thanks for letting us share the magic through your beautiful and dreamy "White Christmas" photos.

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  24. JuneDecember 15, 2009 at 7:22 PM

    Hi Laura,
    I'm thrilled to see these photos of the wonderful Maynard Greenhouse Christmas shop! I knew it would be lovely! I just love that Carole to pieces. Dang, I was hoping she would have posed for you.
    hugs

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