Monday, January 3, 2011

In a Versailles State of Mind....

Happy Monday!!!


Last week I was terribly sick with the stomach bug (I wish it upon no one!).  We all know when you're that sick you have no energy to do anything, and even more important...you don't want to touch any materials just to not "infect" it.  LOL!  Anyhow, during that time, I finally had time to watch a movie that I simply judged by its cover. Marie Antoinette.  It's a 2006 biographical film that is loosely based on the life of the Queen consort in the years leading up to the French Revolution.  Now it does NOT surprise me that the film won an Academy Award for Best Costume Design!!!   They were DIVINE!   As I watched the movie I just fell in love with the colors, the textures, the delicate tones, the elegance and all of the LACE {you know I have an addiction to anything LACE...hee hee} Oh my, I could just go on and on and on......  


The film has me extremely inspired to make some headpieces!  So stay tuned on what I design over the next few weeks once I'm done with a few project that have me busy for the month of January.  


Did you watch the movie?  What are your thoughts of all the fashions?  The shoes?  The feathers?  The hair?  I told you I could go on and on!  LOL!!  Post your comment below!


Au revoir
Joyce  
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  1. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Hi, Joyce~
    loving your new and beautiful blog! Welcome to the blogging world. yes, I've seen the movie and "Divine" is the perfect word to describe the designs!! Love them. I can already see you making up some new designs that would be fitting with this movie set!

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  2. NYchicJanuary 3, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    Hello Darling! Welcome to the Blogosphere. I must say, I love this topic. I am an admitted Francophile. After visiting France, and Versailles a few years ago I came home and watched this movie, and read one of Marie Antoinette's biographies. Hands down one of my favorite places on earth thus far, and one of my favorite historical characters. If you ever get the chance to visit The Louvre, they have a collection of the actual fabric samples Marie would look over to choose for her gowns. One can only dream of how sumptous the satins and silks were, of course not to mention the laces...Le sigh!

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  3. Crafty Creations by CyndiBJanuary 3, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Love the blog hon! Never saw the movie but I love the classic styles..The colors seem to jump out at you. I love anything peach too,lol! I know that you will make gorgeous items related to this.

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  4. Heather IrwinJanuary 4, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    Thanks for the follow! Following you back. Cute items in your etsy!
    feelinkindacrunchy.blogspot.com

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  5. Becky JaneJanuary 4, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    Joyce,
    Thanks for finding me...I'm so glad to have found your blog and your Etsy shop! I faved your shop and added you to my circle! Your items are fantastic! I'm working on items for my shop that are more 'Divine'! :o)
    I am a new follower from http://myelevenreasons.blogspot.com/ WheelchairDecor.etsy.com

    Becky Jane

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  6. Laura J HarrisonJanuary 4, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Hi. I'm sharing this post via the stumble hop.
    Laurie
    from
    http://grandma-sez-so.blogspot.com/
    Also seeking Etsy sponsors now for huge community giveaway starting Feb. 2nd-5th.
    Lat me know. Theme is all handmade.

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  7. Laura J HarrisonJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Hi there stopping in from stumble Tuesday
    I don't know why but my stumble isn't working here. I shared on Twitter though!
    Laurie
    from
    http://grandma-sez-so.blogspot.com/

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  8. KristinJanuary 4, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    What a pretty blog!! Stopping by from Stumble Tumble! New follower...and stumbled!!

    Kristin :)
    Keenly Kristin

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  9. C'est La Vie - Photography by LyraJanuary 4, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    This is one of my absolute favorite movies ever, simply because I can't get enough of the sumptuous costumes, color, glamour and that to-die-for luis XIV furniture! Drool. My absolute favorite landmark in the Paris area was Versailles itself, its such a beautiful palace. Anyway darling I cannot wait to see the amazing creations you will come up with, I have no doubt they will be tre-magnifique! congratulations on your beautiful new blog:) xoxo

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  10. UnknownJanuary 5, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    Hello ladies!! Thank you so much for stopping by!! You will never know how much I appreciate it! It means the world to me!!

    I totally agree with all of you ladies!! 100% glamour!! I absolutely loved the movie! NYChic & Harp...you both have me daydreaming with the thoughts of someday making it to Paris!! Versailles will definitely be my dream to visit! Our 10 years wedding anniversary is quickly coming up...I think this may just be the PERFECT place to visit and celebrate. So romantic!!!

    Have a gorgeous day ladies!!

    Xoxo
    Joyce

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