Tuesday Inspiration: The French Nest

While antiquing in San Anselmo last Sunday, I discovered the most wonderful store.

The French Nest!

When I walked in, it was like I had died and gone to heaven! Located in a 100 year old building in the heart of downtown San Anselmo, the store is like a visit to Paris.

There is an eclectic mix of one of a kind items, many Italian, French and early American.

I spied my willow placemats just inside the front door. The little silver compotes are absolutely adorable.

After "bottom feeding" at the various junk and thrift stores, it was like a breath of fresh air to walk in to French Nest!

It was the eye candy I was craving!

I may have to go back for these glasses.

This is where I found the pair of lamps that I think will be perfect behind the sofa in Asti.

I also found this little plaque for the guest house bathroom in Asti!

So, if you are visiting the Bay Area, or heading up to the Wine Country, take a little detour to San Anselmo. You will love French Nest!

I might just have to make this a regular stop!

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Antiquing in "Juneuary"

What to do when it's June and record setting rainfall?

Go antiquing!

Darting in and out of shops, trying to stay dry, we found this kilim ottoman for a song.

I had no idea where to put it, until I got home. It is perfect in front of the leather chair in the reading room in Asti!

We also found an iron settee, chair and table for the pool house balcony.

It has been a three year search, and of course I don't have a photo since it was raining so hard!

On our way home yesterday, we stopped in the sleepy little town of San Anselmo and braved more rain.

San Anselmo has some great antique stores. I found this lamp! One of a pair, stay tuned to where it is going to go!

Even the Alameda Antique Faire was rained out. Rescheduled for next Sunday, I'm praying for good weather!

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