Remnants of the Past

Girlfriends and Champagne

I have a girlfriend that I met 23 years ago through a mutual friend on New Year's Eve. It was an instant connection. We have gone through a divorce, romances, poverty, my new marriage and the birth of my son. When Gundy moved up to Monterey about 10 years ago, I make a yearly trek up there and we have a girlfriend's weekend. I have not been up there in nearly 3 years so I was way over due.

I arrived and Gundy greeted me at the door with my favorite champage, Veuve Clicquot. This day is starting off great! We chatted until midnight. If you know me, you know that is really a stretch for me to stay up that late. Next day, coffee and a quick bite and Gundy announces that she has a surprise for me. We arrived at this store and there were darling clothes but Gundy said, "That is not the surprise." I thought what else. "We are going to have a Mystic Tan!" I thought, oh no, orange skin. I back peddled and hmmmn and hahhhed and finally said yes. Have you ever been in one of those booths? I was so nervous. What if I don't turn fast enough and I am striped on one side or worse I am completely orange from head to toe! Well, I survived. The results were not bad. From there we went shopping, the movies, and a wonderful dinner. Thank you Gundy!!!

My favorite!

Gundy's kids, Ricky and Lucy.

Look at that healthy glow!

Gundy

Thank you for a great weekend Gundy!!!

I am starting to get that urge ...

When I finished my last show in April, I was asked to participate in the C.A.L.M show in Santa Barbara. I felt very honored because it is not easy to get in. So, I have been shopping and shopping and getting excited to do the show. Then the horrible fires started in Santa Barbara. My daughter was evacuated along with 35,000 other people. Her boyfriend's house and yard became a tent city from all the people in their church. Needless to say, they cancelled the show. Now, I have a garage full of goodies and my dear husband is looking at me and saying, "It sure would be nice to get the car in the garage." Garages are for stuff not cars in my mind. But, I start going through things to pack away and then it starts...Boy, I start to think this would like nice in the house. Then, I start to walk from room to room with my hand on my chin and just start gazing. My husbands looks at me and says "Oh No!" I respond, "You know honey, I think we need to paint and redo this room." So...I am asking you for so tips. I have two I wants...New paint color and what do I do with this fireplace!

The fireplace...

As you can see, not only do I need to paint, I need to redo the kitchen! The paint is a tan color and it just doesn't feel fresh. Help!!!

I can't wait to hear from you...

xoxoxo

My Favorite Store Ever!

My husband and I headed north this weekend to attend the Alameda Flea Market. I am participating in the CALM show in Santa Barbara on May 15th, 16th, and 17th and definintely need to pad my supply of goodies for this three day show.We woke up to a gentle rain on Sunday and I said the weather station said the rain would be over by Sunday. Oh no! We decide to go for it and head to Starbucks and pick up our energy drinks. When we arrived, it doesn't look good. There were only about 50 dealers compared to the over 800 that are usually there. By now, the rain is coming down a little harder. I have no umbrella, no hat or raincoat. Oh well…I head out anyway. I found some great stuff! We were done early and decided to go to my favorite store “Tancredi and Morgan in Carmel. The drive is beautiful. The lupin were still in bloom and gorgeous.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 I have been shopping at this store for around 15 years. It is my all time favorite place to shop. It is owned by Roger and Marcia Alldis. You know when you go to a store that you just feel at home and stand in awe. That is Trancredi and Morgan. Marcia and Roger have quite the talent of mixing the elegant with the rustic. Rustic Elegance is my passion. Marcia and Roger have been married for 23 years and have two beautiful twin daughters. Roger was an engineer and Marcia worked as a designer for Olga. They decided to team up and Tancredi and Morgan was born. They found this quaint shop in downtown Carmel and opened shop. After being there for a time, they moved their shop inland off of Carmel Valley Road.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Marcia comes by her talent naturally. Her mother had a passion for antiques and it was in Marcia’s blood. I asked Marcia what inspires her and her reply…”I always see this vision of me on the side of a quaint country road selling textiles, rich paisleys, linens and antiques.”

 

 Now Marcia owns this wonderful store with old pine floors and aged walls. It is filled with amazing array of textiles from rich paisleys, to fine linen and heavy nettle cloth. I walk around the store just running my fingers along the fabrics. I'm in heaven...

Marcia designs beautiful pillows, duvets,tablecloths, and lavender filled sachets. She is also very talented in recovering and slipcovering beautiful chairs and settees.I could spend hours there just taking in all the textures, scents, antiques and hand made treasures. If you ever get a chance to stop by this store tell Marcia and Roger I sent you. You will love them just as I do! Tancredi and Morgan is located at 7174 Carmel Valley Rd. in Carmel, CA. Their phone number is 831.625.4477