Wednesday, June 10, 2009

The Rose Bowl


Hello! I am so excited that you are all enjoying the new Etsy shop! Thank you all for your kind words of encouragement and support!

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I just thought I would share one of my guilty pleasures with you. I'm gearing up for the Pasadena Rose Bowl on Sunday! I love, love, love spending the morning there and I can't believe that it is already time to go again! It happens every 2nd Sunday if each month and the last one happened to fall on Mother's Day. It seems like it was last weekend! Where did May go!?!

I really enjoy getting up early, leaving the Baby and Husband sleeping soundly, grabbing a cup of tea from the Coffee Bean and heading out to Pasadena. I usually meet up with some of my close girlfriends for a day of treasure hunting, good conversation, and a petite break from Mommy duties.



Paris it is not, however, still a fun and relaxing day! It is incredible how different our wares are here in America from the fleas in Europe.


Images from Rose Bowl via Flickr

So, it's off to the Rose Bowl this Sunday and I can't wait! I am meeting up with my best friend and kindred spirit! I have in mind some little treasures I would like to find to complete my newly redecorated office at home. Will any of you be there!?! Let's meet up! I'll bring the tea and we can browse the chandies!
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33 comments:

  1. FrenchBlueJune 10, 2009 at 5:13 AM

    Judith~
    Well this post talked me into going! Now I am excited too! I will bring Noel and my coffee! AND Being at the real Paris brocantes, I must say that Rose Bowl is just as fun...especially in the dark.. Happy Hunting!! Maybe we'll see you there! Great great fun post~
    xox's
    Janet

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  2. MaryJune 10, 2009 at 5:37 AM

    Have I fabulous time....I, too, loved the Rose Bowl - but it has been many years since I have been there. I'll be with you in spirit.

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  3. Ingrid MidaJune 10, 2009 at 6:05 AM

    Those stacks of old books make me swoon! I was at a market in Bayeaux just over a week ago and wasn't able to buy any treasures because my suitcase was already full! Enjoy your day at the Rose Bowl. It is not Paris but sounds like it is the next best thing (and without the jet lag).

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  4. Lucy June 10, 2009 at 6:44 AM

    Good morning Judith:) I've heard a lot about this place and wish I could go! You're right about flea markets in the US being different from those in Plais- but I love them too! - Always very particular finds- Here in Quebec, we have wonderful finds too, especially because of the French influence, we can still find marvels dating back to Louis XIV! Can you imagine! Great post, as usual:)

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  5. A Gift Wrapped LifeJune 10, 2009 at 6:51 AM

    If I was anywhere near there I would so go with you Judith. Looks like a great day of fun, we don't have anything like that here. Find lots of good stuff!

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  6. MélanieJune 10, 2009 at 7:42 AM

    I understand your feeling. It is good to see others flea markets than the french ones. I know the new york ones but I've never been to Flea markets on the west side.
    I should come one day, for me on the picture every "puces " look the same

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  7. ElleJune 10, 2009 at 8:23 AM

    Wow, that looks amazing! Have fun :)

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  8. Castles Crowns and CottagesJune 10, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    Stunning! You really made out with the best goods! How marvelous that we share such love for beautiful things. God bless, ANita

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  9. ElleJune 10, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    Lo, me again. I've just being going through your blog and omg! I can't believe how many things you have up I have ferreted away on my hardrive, and how many other things I want! How did I not know of you? Well, you will know more of me in the future ;)

    xoxo Danielle

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  10. Love Your HomesJune 10, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    Congrats on your 100th post, chérie!
    To bad it's so tricky for me to join you at the Rose Bowl. I guess I'll have to try the local flea markets in my area, they are quite many and pretty good in the summer here in Sweden.

    Have a great day, enjoy your friend and I hope you'll meet some more.

    Bisou,
    Ingela

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  11. Noel SolomonJune 10, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    Those books are to die for.. I love finding those old ones that are falling apart at the flea's. Lovely pictures!

    xoxo Noel

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  12. Chris June 10, 2009 at 12:01 PM

    I really need to find some good spots near me like this!

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  13. WandaJune 10, 2009 at 12:40 PM

    What a fun day, I hope you find many treasures.

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  14. Renée FinbergJune 10, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    i could never ever pass up the old chandeliers hanging.
    to me it is the same as a great candy store.
    xx

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  15. Blue MuseJune 10, 2009 at 2:42 PM

    Oh I want to go with you! =) Yum, yum, yum! I'm actually close enough - I might see you there!
    xo Isa

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  16. UnknownJune 10, 2009 at 3:55 PM

    ooh, how fun! i've only been once, and that was the later 'public' time slot...i wish i did the early entry. i hear it's so much better!
    xox

    www.froufroufashionista.blogspot.com

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  17. alessandraJune 11, 2009 at 1:52 AM

    J'adore ton blog !
    Bonne journée.

    Alessandra

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  18. naphtali June 11, 2009 at 8:29 AM

    How fun! Wish I could have snuck along w/ you!

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  19. Julio MuaoJune 11, 2009 at 11:20 AM

    Hi Judith!

    Congratulations on your 100th post and your fabulous e-boutique! I love it. Just making a quick stop to congratulate and wish you much success.

    xoxo
    Julio

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  20. La Maison FouJune 11, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    What a shopping extravaganza! I love the flower shaped crystals! Just lovely!
    Leslie

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  21. Fifi FlowersJune 11, 2009 at 1:26 PM

    The Rose Bowl is FAB... I love the Pasadena City College MORE!!! I haven't been to either in YEARS... NEED to get back to hitting the flea markets!

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  22. Renae MooreJune 11, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    How much fun for you...can I go too? I used to go when I was a girl, it was always fun and so many great treasures. Have a fab time!
    Blessings...

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  23. ceeceeJune 11, 2009 at 9:22 PM

    Have fun, Judith! I hear the flea markets are very entertaining in Cal. Not Paris, but you have found some great things. I am very excited about your Etsy shop. I'll check in all the time.
    Catherine xx

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  24. corineJune 12, 2009 at 1:21 PM

    I was thinking of going. Maybe we will meet not knowing what each other look like.

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  25. corineJune 12, 2009 at 1:22 PM

    Oh.. and in case you don't know: go early!

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  26. FRENCH LAUNDRYJune 12, 2009 at 10:52 PM

    Sounds like heaven to me (except the early rising part-yuck!).

    Have a great weekend,
    Judy

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  27. Miss WoodyJune 13, 2009 at 2:49 AM

    i love your blog, i've discovered it on the blog of old hollywood glamour! i put your blog in ma favourites!

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  28. the paris apartmentJune 13, 2009 at 6:57 AM

    I'd love to meet you and the gang there! Take pics of the treasures you score. Happy shopping sans bebe and have a ball!

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  29. Tea Time With MelodyJune 13, 2009 at 8:43 PM

    Sounds like a fabulous time you are going to have! Wish I was there but I am stuck up here in Northern California lol....Oh well I'll survive I guess......

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  30. red tickingJune 14, 2009 at 8:26 AM

    so fun to see this post today...i was going to fly down this weekend from seattle for it and ended up not able to.... boo. will come sometime soon... but in the meantime, i will sooo enjoy your findings!!! have a wonderful day... x pam

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  31. Kirsten SteenJune 14, 2009 at 6:38 PM

    I agree. Wish the US had something closer to les puces. Enjoy the new week!
    Kirsten

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  32. à la parisienneJune 14, 2009 at 7:24 PM

    Judith,
    Oh, I haven't been to a good flea market in over a year, and I am having major withdrawls!!!!
    I hope you have a blast and find wonderful little treasures for your office and new Etsy shop!

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  33. Michelle MarieJune 15, 2009 at 6:04 AM

    How I wish I lived close to you to get my hands on some of those treasures and meet you!! I hope you had an absolute blast and found some beautiful finds!

    xoxo
    Michelle

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