Friday, December 9, 2011

Christmas 2011 at Taken For Granite


Meet Noelle....
Her gown this year is fashioned almost entirely of paper.
Michele, of Taken For Granite in Stony Creek, CT told me that she and her sister had a lot of fun creating this work of art!
I can only imagine the time it took!


...a close up of the back of the gown...
Amazing!


Paula and I were in awe of this fabulous display featuring a vintage cement swan filled with silvery baby's breath....
Not surprisingly...it sold while we were there!






I loved this really cool lampshade made with vellum
 and vintage photographs.


Just look at this cloche filled with clock faces and silvery branches.
This shop is chock full of inspiration!


Here are some photos of what we saw and a sampling of the wonderful goods to be found at this enchanting shop. 



























...and to think that there are linens and dishware
 and fabulous clothes in this shop as well!

Taken For Granite
Stony Creek , CT

Loved it!
:)

Stay tuned for day 2 of my Connecticut visit!
We will visit Deanna and her shop Gather next...
...plus a few wonderful shops in Chester, CT.
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29 comments:

  1. Vickie @ Ranger 911December 9, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    You visit the most interesting shoppes! That paper dress is amazing!

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  2. Ivy and ElephantsDecember 9, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    What an amazingly gorgeous display of eye candy!
    I can simply not stop drooling! Soo beautiful!
    Please share this fabulous post at our Linky party, I can't wait for everyone to see!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  3. oldgreymareDecember 9, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    speechless ..which is nearly impossible to do!
    xx
    z

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  4. LizlovesVintageDecember 9, 2011 at 7:39 PM

    Laura,
    You are like the energizer bunny!!! Oh my, here I go again.. Time for some tea. Ha, Ha.
    Thanks for sharing your favorite shops. I think I might have to take a road trip.
    xxx Liz

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  5. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleDecember 9, 2011 at 8:57 PM

    So many great things. Love a shop like that. I want the alphabet soap. Cute.

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  6. RebeccaDecember 9, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    WOW
    I am speechless... and that takes a lot!
    I have to go back and look again...
    Blessings
    RE

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  7. okcampDecember 9, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    What a fun shop. Along with everything inside, I love the structure, especially the corrugated tin ceiling.

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  8. Gail PetersonDecember 9, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    What a beautiful shop!
    I would of wanted to spend along time int here, so much to enjoy!
    Happy Holiday's
    xo,
    gail
    casualloveselegance

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  9. The Polka Dot ClosetDecember 10, 2011 at 12:49 AM

    Wow, that was sooo fun, like you said inspiration overload!

    Carol

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  10. Le StyleDecember 10, 2011 at 6:49 AM

    What a wonderful shop!
    The paper dress is gorgeous!!

    Wonderful weekend!

    xo

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  11. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 10, 2011 at 6:58 AM

    OMG.....I imagine that this is what heaven is like for bloggers.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  12. rusty hingeDecember 10, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Laura,
    Thank-you for coming over to Rusty Hinge and leaving your sweet comment! I am so glad you did as it led me to your wonderful blog! I love it! Your photos are amazing! I don't want to miss a thing, you are definitely going on my blog roll.
    Maria
    www.rustyhinge.blogspot.com

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  13. UnknownDecember 10, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    what a gorgeous shop! i noticed two trophies i've been looking for those here!! have a great weekend! susan

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  14. Marguerite (Tina) Smith HartDecember 10, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Just beautiful, like walking through the best dream ever!
    Tina xo

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  15. time worn interiorsDecember 10, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    OMGoodness! Her shop is amazing! I love it! Thanks for sharing!
    tot

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  16. het tuinengeltjeDecember 10, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Thank you for sharing these lovely pictures.

    Bey, Sylvia

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  17. AnonymousDecember 10, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    OMG- This shoppe is Breath Taking.. LOVE IT..Thank You For Sharing..Karryann @ Gracefully Vintage

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  18. Valé La SourisDecember 10, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Absolument superbe, MAGIQUE ET FANTASTIQUE!!!!!merci de nous emmener voyager là bas!
    Bon dimanche

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  19. CaroleDecember 10, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Michele could be doing window displays for dept stores in NYC she's that good. I'm always blown away by her shop.
    xx
    Carole

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  20. north palDecember 10, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    simply beautiful candy for our eyes. the paper lady is so zsa,zsa. Bestest,Denise

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  21. JamieDecember 11, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    That dress is incredible

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  22. Di@Cottage-WishesDecember 11, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    Just beautiful loved the clocks and the coral and that dress oh my...vision running thru my head. Thanks for sharing. Di

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  23. karen - Simply InspiredDecember 11, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    inspired and sparkling now over here... thank you as always, laura...
    continued season's joys to you,
    -xok.

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  24. Tanya December 12, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    Z has been telling me how wonderful your blog is...I can see why she loves you so much - I do, too! Count me among your latest followers! She also showed us the photo from your first picture on this post, as her Gathering this weekend...the incredible folded dress!

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  25. edit mt2s moviesDecember 12, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    These dress is really beautiful. I love it! Your photos are amazing!Thanks for sharing.

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  26. DebbieGDecember 12, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    I have NEVER seen such beautiful pictures in my life! Unbelievable, really! Thank you for sharing....may the Prince of Peace be with all.

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  27. JuneDecember 12, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    I am in awe Laura. This is a gorgeous place. Your photos make me feel as though I was there myself. I can't believe how beautiful the vignettes are and the building itself. It is an amazing place.
    I loved the trip to Gather too!
    hugs from here...

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  28. lalaDecember 18, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Oh my - I was at Taken For Granite's holiday open house, and it was chock full of people - but now after seeing your post, I can't believe all of the lovely items I completely overlooked!!!! It is one of my favorite shops, and I will definitely be making a return visit for the alphabet soap and a few pieces of jewelry which I seriously need!!

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  29. Dawne Boynton PolisDecember 19, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    I am having such a great time "window shopping" on your blog! Your pictures are marvelous, and are the next best thing to being there. Maybe a trip to Connecticut will be on our agenda this winter...
    Thank you for many great posts!
    dawne

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