Fifi at work at peggy's~
The Romantic Country shoot for my home & gardens and my two friends peggy & sharon (peggy 's gorgeous home & sharon's amazing french antiques shop) was a complete blast! I know you all guessed it was fifi & co. coming in my last post & I can't even measure how much fun it was for all of us! It was pure magic watching fifi style our homes & shop, taking things from here & there & staging fabulous vignettes! Dan Mayers the photographer was a complete professional, along with his assistant chitszo(I just know that's not the right spelling but you get the idea on his name right? LOL?!) The interaction between fifi & her two photog guys was so enjoyable to sit back & watch. They all are complete professionals with a great sense of humor & work so well together, it's almost like they are family! They treated our homes like their own & always insisted on getting things back in order after things were re-arranged! Fifi truly looks like she could be a twenty something with her long blond hair, her tininess & her funky, gorgeous clothes! She was as sweet as I was told & so down to earth, I felt like I could tell her anything. To her a house doesn't have to be perfect, just lived in & alive with the people that live there enjoying it & each other. (Her nice way of saying that my home sees a lot of action! LOL) Her laid back style made me relax immediately (remember I ws SO nervous I felt like I could have jumped 0ut of my skin before they came!) She & Dan went to work & the outcome was awesome! I have no idea what edition our homes & sharons shop will be in, but when fifi figures it out then I will know! I can tell you it was a completely fun experience & I truly almost cried when they all left after 3 days of being here. you can't help but connect with such lovely people! Thanks to fifi, dan & chitszo(sp?) for a completely fun shoot!!! I can't wait until they come back to shoot sharon's gorgeous home!!! Now.... it's back to garden work & the usual routine of life! hope you all had a wonderful weekend~where did it go by the way??!
At Sharon's gorgeous shop "once in a blue moon" in the courtyard.
Peggy, Me, Dan & Fifi. I look SO tired I almost didn't post this but love how everyone else came out! I think I have giant dark circles under my eyes from the insane few days before the shoot out in my gardens weeding at 4:30 in the morning! Can you say nutty???
Sharon & Arthur near the greenhouse she & her husband built on their property.
Have a great week my friends!!!
Congratulations, can't wait to see the issue!! Does Sharon have a blog or website?
Posted by: Theresa-Garden Antqs Vintage | August 10, 2008 at 07:56 PM
Hi Chris,
Oh how exciting for you. I knew it would be. I can't wait to see everything when it comes out. Congratulations because not every one is picked for a magazine shoot. That is truly special.
Hugs,
LeAnn:)
Posted by: LeAnn | August 11, 2008 at 05:33 AM
Glad that you had such a fun time with Fifi, Dan and Chitzu.....they are such a fabulous trio! Your home and gardens are gorgeous and I can't wait to see them in print Tutts!!! XOXO~Janet~
Posted by: Janet (Shabbyfufu) | August 11, 2008 at 05:50 AM
Chris....
Thank you for stopping by to say hello and for the nice comments you left on my blog..
Congratulations on your photoshoot... Fifi works magic from what I have seen... she has great style....
Looking forward to perusing its pages once it comes out
It definitely looks like you had a great time... always nice when family and friends or magazine stylists come by for that matter lol
JO
Posted by: JO | August 11, 2008 at 07:21 AM
How very EXCITING! Can't wait to see the shoot. You look great. What a wonderful experience. HAve a rested and great week. Wendy
Posted by: Pink Slippers | August 11, 2008 at 07:48 AM
Ohhhh Chris ...Sounds like you had a wonderful time!! I cant wait to see the mag with the pics!!! How very exciting for you girly:)
I know your home & gardens were PERFECT!!!
Rest & relax this week hon...NO weeding at 4:30AM!!! LOL
Hugs..
Deb:)
Posted by: DEBBIE G. | August 11, 2008 at 08:15 AM
What a dream to have them do a photo shoot at your house! Congrats.
Hugs~Kelly
Posted by: Kelly Long | August 11, 2008 at 09:39 AM
CONGRATULATIONS!
You finally made it... I have been following your posts, and you seem to be a bit anxious about it all.
I`m just the same, I worry so much and then when its all over I realize that there was no reason to worry at all!
I`m glad that you had a fabulous time meeting FiFi... I too, would LOVE to meet her, she seems to be such a fun person to have around!
By the way, THANKS for stopping and leaving a comment on my blog... About an year and so ago, I email you to see if you would be interested in exchanging links with me, and you were very kind by saying yes!
So thanks for that, too!
All the very BEST,
Kisses Kisses
Debbie Moss
xxx
(FROM ENGLAND)
Posted by: debbies-english-treasures | August 11, 2008 at 12:49 PM
Oh my goodness Chris!
How wonderful...photo shoot,staging vignette's sounds like fun to me:)
I'm sure it's different when it's at your house! Not a kick back time...
You need to have Spa day or a Spa week!
Can't wait to see the article!
I may be coming to the Boston area end of Sept...would love some ideas of what to do:)
Take Care,
kayellen
Posted by: kayellen | August 11, 2008 at 01:42 PM
You all look so adorable!!! Isn't Dan a hunk? I can't wait for the issue to come out. I know you are pooped, but it will be so worth it. Love ya tutts and congrats!~xoxo
Posted by: Tara | August 11, 2008 at 01:59 PM
Thank you for sharing this with us!! Oh, I can hardly wait to see your home in a magazine!!
:)
What fun!!
Posted by: Becca | August 11, 2008 at 03:37 PM
Chris how exciting for you to be in Romantic Country, my very favorite magazine ever. What a thrill to have the Fabulous FiFi come and work with you, I'm so jealous...I need help desperately with my painting/decorating dilemma and who would be better than FiFi for advice?
Posted by: Sharon | August 11, 2008 at 03:39 PM
Chris, Can't wait for the magazine, isn't Fifi a sweetheart.
Posted by: Bev | August 11, 2008 at 04:22 PM
Chris ~
I am so excited for you. I looks like you had a great time. By the way, you looked fabulous.
Lisa
Posted by: Lisa | August 11, 2008 at 06:49 PM
CONGRATULATIONS Chris!!!! What a wonderful post, I am so excited for you! I just adore Fifi, she is so cute! You all look gorgeous!
I just got back from vacation and was so happy to see you, I have missed ya! I just put up a post with lots of pics :)
Love ya,
Amy
Posted by: Bunny Rose Cottage | August 11, 2008 at 08:33 PM
Oh my goodness !!! I am so excited to see a post about the photo shoot !! How much fun it looks like you had !! I can't wait to hear about what magazine you will be in ~
What fun !!
xoxo,
Lori
Posted by: Lori | August 11, 2008 at 08:41 PM
COngrats! That is so very cool for you! I buy that mag all of the time so I can't wait till it comes out! Jen R
Posted by: Jen R | August 11, 2008 at 08:59 PM
Wow, I can't wait to see your home and your friends' garden and shop in print. What fun; so many bloggers are being featured in that magazine I feel like I am living vicariously.
Janet ( Housepeepers)
Posted by: janet | August 12, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Congrats on the shoot! Can't wait to see the magazine.
Posted by: Dawn-Hydrangea Home | August 13, 2008 at 05:30 AM
Congratulations ! great to read about your experience and to see FIFI
Posted by: le petit cabinet de curiosites | August 13, 2008 at 06:04 AM
Congrats Chris!!
That is a favorite magazine of mine.
It looked like it was a lot of fun.
Have a great day!
Rosemary
Posted by: Rosemary | August 13, 2008 at 07:41 AM
Oh Chris! That must have been so much fun! I was lucky enought to have Fifi, do an article on my mosaics in Romantic Country, but I never got to meet her in person! She is the sweetest person.
Can't wait to see the issue with you in it. Is Arthur Sharons dog? Tell her to read the book 50 Acres and a Poodle by Jeanne Marie Laskas. It is the best book! Any one with a standard poodle will love it.
Hugs,
Penny
Posted by: Penny @ Lavender Hill Studio | August 13, 2008 at 08:12 PM
Hi Chris,
I was just over at Fifi's and saw you there too. It all looks wonderful. I certainly do not think you're nuts out weeding at 4:30 a.m. - I totally understand it!
Congratulations to you and how wonderful you had such a great time with sweet Fifi and everyone else there. I can hardly wait to see the magazine!
xo~Tracie
Posted by: Tracie~My Petite Maison | August 15, 2008 at 12:08 PM
wow~ I think i would be up weeding too at 430 in the morning! Congratulations~ Your home is beautiful!
Posted by: andrea~ vintagebellastudio | August 15, 2008 at 01:21 PM
Bravo Chris!
Can't wait to see the fabulous nooks, crannies and vignettes in your romantic home and yard! Looks like it was a blast (after all the sleepless nights)! ha!
Congratulations My Friend!
xo Roberta
Posted by: Roberta | August 18, 2008 at 07:39 PM
oh.my.gosh! This is so over the top exciting! I would have been a complete basket case...I probably would have needed a sedative through and IV too. I can't wait to see the magazine! And thank you so much for stopping by and leaving such a SWEET comment tongiht. It made my day!
Smiles!
Robin
Posted by: Robin~Thrifty Miss Priss | August 18, 2008 at 08:43 PM
YAY!! I am sooo happy this turned out so wonderful for you. I love all your photos, and you are sooo pretty!!! Congratulations my friend, it's well deserved. Can't wait until it's out in print.
Hugs,
Teresa
xoxoxo
Posted by: Teresa Sheeley | August 19, 2008 at 06:47 AM
Well now I really can't wait to see your home in print. Our little neck of the woods will be famous; what fun!
Janet
PS. What does your door look like now?
Posted by: janet | August 19, 2008 at 10:59 AM
Congratulations Chris!!! I can't wait to see your feature in the magazine - it will be beautiful, for sure and I loved seeing your photos from your special day!!! I know you all must have had the bestest of times!!
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | August 19, 2008 at 02:18 PM
How cool! can't wait to see.
k-
Posted by: kasey | August 19, 2008 at 02:41 PM
WOW! What fun!!!
M ^..6
Posted by: M (Tales From an OC Cottage) | August 19, 2008 at 08:29 PM
Chris,
I can't wait to see your feature in RC! How exciting! It looks like you had a great time--even though I know it must have been hard work... Congratulations!
Posted by: Karen Hattaway--Sweet Necessi-Teas | August 20, 2008 at 06:27 AM
Lucky Lucky you!
xoxo
Diane
Posted by: Diane | August 20, 2008 at 11:24 AM
Your home and garden are GORGEOUS and you are such a ball of energy!! I just LOVE reading your blog and hearing about everything that you have going on...quite amazing! I cannot wait to see your beautiful home in the magazine. Congratulations!
Take care!
Posted by: Angie ~ Pink Boutique Antiques | August 21, 2008 at 07:41 AM
Hi Chris, WOW!! what fun you all had with Fifi and her photographers. The pics of you all are great. I just admire Fifi so much too and love her work. I can't wait to see your wonderful home. I know it will be fabulous! It is so nice to meet you and I have really enjoyed my visit to your blog.
Thank you for stopping by my anniversary post and leaving your kind comment. It really meant a lot to me. Hope to see you again soon.
Hugs, Celestina
la rea rose
Posted by: Celestina Marie | August 22, 2008 at 06:29 PM
Oh what a fun site you have ..glad for you and your success..
hugs, Patty
Posted by: patty | August 23, 2008 at 08:35 AM
How fun! You will have to be sure to let us know when it's going to be in print. I love that magazine.
Hugs,
Joanne
Posted by: Joanne Kennedy | August 23, 2008 at 10:48 PM
How FABULOUS!!! Congratulations doll..
SO well deserved..
The photos are adorable, you all look beautful!
Jo
Posted by: Jo-Anne | August 27, 2008 at 09:30 PM
Hey Ms Chris...touching base... having my foot operation on Thursday and not sure how I will be feeling for a while... details on my blog ... but I will visit when I can... long recovery... but in case I dont ...dont give up on me
HUGS
JO
Posted by: JO | September 05, 2008 at 05:32 PM
Hi Chris ~ what fun to have Fifi and Dan there to be with you for three days. I hear that she is so sweet and fun! Cannot wait to see the article on your home! Congrats!!! I'dve been weeding at 4:30 AM. You are hilarious!!
smiles,
Becky
Posted by: Sweet Cottage Dreams | September 06, 2008 at 06:53 PM