• After attending the Toronto gift show at the end of January I'm excited about all of the new products that are starting to arrive. Items such as glassware made in France, French linens, a new line of beautiful vintage inspired bedding  and much much more. Come and see these and other wonderful new products for your home and garden. Your sure to be inspired!                                     
• As the first day of spring is just around the corner....new in from Mistral's french line of Shea Butter Soap is a delightful new fragance "Lilac of  May ".  If Lilac's are among your favorite flowers, you'll love this newest fragance. We also have their new line of perfume in "Verbena" and "Wild Blackberry". Come in for a  free sample while supplies last. (limit one sample per customer)

• Decorating this Easter?  As Easter is early this year  (March 23rd) come see our unique line of wimsical  vintage inspired Easter decorations. You'll want to  display and treasure them this year and many more Easter's to come!

Note: we offer a "layaway" plan on larger items, so please don't hesitate to inquire the next time your in the store. 

What is "French Country" style of decorating?

 Casual, warm and welcoming, French-Country style remains a decorating favorite. Though rustic at heart with distressed wooden furniture, brick walls and iron accessories, details like fresh flowers, vintage lace and colorful pottery soften the look-evoking all the charm and romance of Provence. And since a slightly worn, mix-and-match mentality is key, achieving this much-loved style couldn't be easier. Try these simple tips to bring French-Country flair to your home:

-Friendly fabrics: Cotton checks, stripes, toile, and country motifs such as roosters, sunflowers, and vegetables are traditional French Country. Keep these themes in mind when purchasing linens, curtains, rugs, and accent pillows. Got a more modern sofa or chair? Simply cover it with a denim or twill slipcover or tapestry in one of the above-named designs.

- Mix it up: No match? No problem! From gingham broadcloth place settings to floral plisse curtains to a braided chenille rug, combine a variety of colors, patterns, sizes, and textures to create a whimsical, flea-market feel. 

-Stylish storage: Both fashionable and functional, wire and woven baskets are classic French Country accessories. Use them in the bathroom to hold terry guest towels, in the kitchen for placemats and napkins, and in the living room or bedroom to store magazines. 

- Signature scent: Nothing says French Country like the presence of lavender. Arrange a fresh bunch in a ceramic pitcher, hang it dried over a doorway, or make scented sachets to add the aroma to your home by filling small fabric bags with lavender.