As we hurtle rapidly towards the end of the year, I wanted to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and happy days ahead in the New Year. Thank you all for your support throughout the year. Here are some photos of our Christmas Open Day for those of you who were unable to join [...]
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Here on these pages you will find regular updates on new products and decorating ideas. Feel free to call me on 0411 448 817 if you would like more information on any of the topics covered here or if you would like me to source products you would like to order.
Best regards, Suzie Anderson
Open Day at Hopewood
Monday, 4 July 2011
We’re pleased to announce our next Open Day for French & Country. Over the weekend of August 20-21 we’ll again be featuring French homewares, imported and local fashion and vintage treasures. These special showings have become very popular with our regular customers who love the festive atmosphere and garden setting. You’re welcome to explore the [...]
The extraordinary art of Vox Populi
Friday, 8 April 2011
Pascale Palun is an Avignon-based designer who started creating lighting and decorative objects made from old materials when she took a break after 10 years in the fashion industry to raise her son. Since then, she’s done interior design for John Malkovich and makes regular appearances at the bi-annual Maison & Objet trade show, leading [...]
Beautiful scarves by Sophie Digard
Friday, 8 April 2011
These Sophie Digard scarves are amongst my favourite pieces in our End of Lease Sale, on until April 26 at Highland House, Boolwey Street, Bowral. They are so beautifully crafted and so luxurious. French designer Sophie Digard creates exquisitely detailed, hand crocheted, heirloom quality fashion accessories that have long been treasured by clients and collectors [...]
Astier de Villatte every Francophile’s dream!
Friday, 8 April 2011
As posted earlier, we are having an end of lease sale at Highland House in Boolwey Street. Amongst the range you’ll find this beautiful ceramic tableware by Jean Baptiste. Astier de Villatte is every Francophile’s dream. This collection of architectural ceramics with flamboyant 17th and 18th century references is artfully crafted from black terracotta and [...]
End of Lease Sale at Highland House
Monday, 4 April 2011
Just a quick reminder about our End of Lease Sale at Highland House – until April 26. Beautiful summer fashions at 40% off; lovely gift ideas; French linen, Durance en Provence candles, Belgian linen napkins, ’Astier de Villatte’ ceramic tableware by Jean Baptiste - every Francophile’s dream, necklaces and scarves by the very talented Parisian [...]
Natural Beauty!
Monday, 28 March 2011
Hopsack feed bags from the US and Europe come in a range of styles , weaves,and sizes and lend themselves to so many fabulous uses. Originally they were used to transport and store grain/feed and other agricultural produce. Yesterday I took two crumpled, stained tub lampshades a hot glue gun and some European hopsack remnants [...]
New stock to tempt you
Friday, 18 March 2011
Just to tempt you … here are some stock shots from my soon to arrive container from Paris! Call me on 0411448817 if you would like me to hold something for you. Suzie
Tastes of Burgundy Cooking Schools with Australia’s Best
Monday, 14 February 2011
My friend Jillian Francis runs amazing tours of Burgundy. Here’s her latest offering, which I thought might interest you. Visit: www.tastesofburgundy.com Best regards, Suzie Tastes of Burgundy Cooking Schools with Australia’s Best After a picturesque journey on the TGV fast train from Paris Gare de Lyon you will be met in the afternoon at Le Creusot [...]
Photos from our Spring Open Day
Tuesday, 9 November 2010
Hello again. I thought you might like to view some photos of our Open Day last weekend.
Christmas Cooking Classes at Hopewood
Sunday, 7 November 2010
Make this the best festive season ever. Join my friend Sarah Green for her special Christmas Cooking Classes at Hopewood Country House Bowral on Thursday, 25 November, 2010 from 11.30 am – 2.30 pm Christmas lunch or dinner fills many with fear , as if the whole family bit isn’t enough, having to cook for a large group [...]
Open Days this weekend at Hopewood
Thursday, 4 November 2010
Just a quick reminder about our French and Country Spring/Summer Open Days this weekend … Saturday, 6 November and Sunday, 7 November, 2010. We have wonderful new European arrivals: ladies and men’s fashions; ceramics; toiletries and Christmas gifts. And the cafe in The Pavilion will again be open all weekend along with the gardens which are looking [...]
News update from the Paris Trade Fair
Thursday, 9 September 2010
Hello everyone. Just thought I’d send you a little update from the Paris Trade Fair. There are so many inspiring things, one being the beautiful Pieter Porter’s stand, embellished, decadent and oozing with decoration in every corner of the room. I have purchased a stunning Maharani Tent from the Indian Garden Company from England that [...]
Rug up and come shopping for bargains!!!
Tuesday, 8 June 2010
It might be a chilly weekend in the Highlands, but don’t stay home … rug up and come shopping! It will be nice and warm at our June Stocktake Sale – this weekend and next, in the Pavilion at Hopewood Country House. So if you have visitors this long weekend – June 11,12,13 bring them [...]
Finding the perfect hotel
Friday, 26 February 2010
Each time I travel to France I search out new hotels to visit. And lucky for me France has many outstandingly beautiful places to stay. On my latest trip to Avignon I stayed at the very gracious, very French, La Mirande. I loved everything about it – their extraordinary attention to detail, the quiet luxury, [...]
Open Day Photo Gallery
Tuesday, 24 November 2009
Photos from our recent Open Day at Hopewood Country House
Hope you enjoyed our Spring Open Day
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
Here are some photos of our Open Day. Thank you again to everyone who came and participated. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. Remember we are now open Thursdays and Fridays until December 18, 2009 from 10-4. Call in for your Christmas shopping.
Pre-Christmas Opening Hours
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
DIARY NOTE – Christmas Opening Hours: We are pleased to advise our Showroom and Potting Shed will be open Thursdays and Fridays until December 18, 2009 from 10-4. All welcome.
The Beauty of Books
Thursday, 22 October 2009
These gorgeous bundles have just been flown in from the latest Maison Objet fair in Paris. I love them! Covetable clutches of antique style books, sold in bundles of 5 small, through to grand tabletop tomes. Almost better than the originals. The pages inside are blank and the recyled paper is velvety to the touch. [...]
Christmas Portraits at Hopewood
Thursday, 22 October 2009
Wanting a family portrait? Visit our Open Day on October 31st and November 1st and view an exhibition of works by Illawarra based photographer Susan Gruber. On the day you can book in for special pre-Christmas sittings with Susan, to be held at Hopewood 3 weeks later, on November 22 … and your portrait prints [...]
Celebrating Local Talent
Wednesday, 30 September 2009
I was thrilled to recently discover another stunningly talented local artisan here in the Southern Highlands. Floral Stylist Margaret Young-Whitford creates beautiful bespoke floral arrangements and installations for weddings and other occasions. You may have seen Margaret’s work at our Autumn Open Day at Hopewood and will know what I’m talking about … and I’m pleased [...]
Hopewood Open Day Photo Gallery
Monday, 1 June 2009
We will be posting more photos shortly, but for those of you who were unable to attend our Open Day last weekend, here’s a sneak peek at what’s now available at French & Country – by appointment at Hopewood Country House or via our online shop www.frenchandcountry.com.au More photos and prices will be published here [...]
In love with Libeco linen!
Wednesday, 6 May 2009
I have been totally in love for a very long time with the beautiful Libeco Linen range. We now have a beautiful selection of Libeco Linen for the kitchen and bedroom in stock. Call me if you would like to come into our shop at Hopewood Country House and view the range. Or if you [...]
An invitation to our Hopewood Open Day
Wednesday, 6 May 2009
French & Country invites you to an Open Day at Hopewood Country House 10am to 5pm – May 30 and 31, 2009 http://www.frenchandcountry.com.au/Welcome_files/Hopewood%20OpenDay.pdf We hope you will join us to view the many exciting developments to Hopewood Country House over the past 12 months. Stroll through the sweeping 11 acres of country gardens, view our new accommodation [...]