Monday, March 14, 2011

St. Patrick's Day

May the luck of the Irish be to your back this St. Patrick's Day. Here's a little history on the Patron Saint of Ireland, Saint Patrick.


Hand-Carved Saint By Hank Schlau $32

St. Patrick (389-461) first entered Ireland against his will: the son of a petty Roman official on the west coast of Britain, Patrick was kidnapped at the age of sixteen by Irish raiders and taken to Ireland as a slave. He was sold to an Irish king who employed him as a shepherd. During his long periods of solitude as a shepherd, he began reciting Christian prayers he had memorized as a boy. After six years in captivity, he escaped and returned home. He was eventually consecrated and then returned to Ireland as a bishop (a shepherd). His work in Ireland was astounding: baptizing tens of thousands and establishing a native clergy and church. His work was a sign of tenacity and love given in a land that had once held him in slavery. In very old sculptures of Patrick, he is sometimes, as here, shown holding a sheep: a symbol both of the work he performed when he first came to Ireland and of his work as a shepherd of the people.

So this St. Patty's Day when I'm wearing a little green, watching the parade, and drinking my fair share of Guinness, I'll be a little more mindful of the true celebration of the holiday.

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Dash & Albert and Waxing Poetic



With the shipments in and the displays of samples filled and ready to go, the expansion is complete! Who knew that spring could be tangible in an indoor/outdoor rug or cotton tote bag? Show off the spring chic in your home with woven cotton pillows, throws, and of course rugs by Dash & Albert.




Dash & Albert wasn't the only thing on the truck! We also received new chains and charms from Waxing Poetic.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Tony Bowls, Blush, & Street Tuxedo Sponsored by Sugar Drop Inc.

Our Neighbors at Sugar Drop are holding a fashion show!

As you all know, prom is just around the corner. Ladies,of course you all want to be the belle of the ball, and the gentlemen always want to catch the eye of their date. Show off your style and elegance with a dress by Tony Bowls or Blush designs and put that man in a dashing tux by Street Tuxedo.

Not looking for a prom dress? How about that special charity event you need to attend? Be a trend setter with this year's latest evening wear.

This Sunday March 6th, Sugar Drop would like to invite you to join them for their first annual showing of formal wear at the Brentwood Library from 1:00pm until 4:00pm. For any questions please contact the girls at Sugar Drop. 615-353-5003



Dress: Blush by Alexia style#:5015 $481 can be purchased at Sugar Drop, Earrings: Can be purchased at C'est Moi, Grandma's Buttons $24

Saturday, February 26, 2011

Organized Ciaos



I'm not sure, but I don't think at this point I'm making nice with my Fed ex man . With only a few minor details to work out, we are choosing to embrace the old adage " All In Good Time " . The Good news is , we are on schedule to open the new addition by mid next week. Funny though...... We have no idea what's in those boxes !!!!

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Spring Has Sprung



Bouquet of roses by Wendy Day $145.00
Yellow Tulip by Wendy Day $ 35.00



It may be February, but spring has sprung at C'est Moi! Maybe Punxsutawney Phil does know what he's talking about. Even if the weather doesn't continue to cooperate, you can always find spring here. We have been up to our elbows in cardboard, bubble wrap, and styrofoam peanuts unpacking all kinds of new arrivals. It seems as though even our local artists are beginning to be inspired by this gorgeous weather.

Saturday, February 5, 2011

Afternoon of junkin'




Out diggin' for funky junk to make our new addition feel like home! We found sooo many cool new items. A few of our favorites are old chippy windows, an old porch swing, and a rusty crusty old wagon with fabulous green paint. It's a little difficult to think of decorating for spring dressed in a parka! But according to Punxsutawney Phil spring will be here soon.

Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Security vs. Opportunity

If you haven't heard yet, we are expanding.


While we are sad to see our friends at Amishables go, I am choosing to look at this as a great opportunity.(Maybe another opportunity to pull my hair out, but still, an opportunity) while everyone I know has been suffering from cabin fever due to all our extreme weather here at C'est Moi we are in the process of Knocking out walls picking out paint colors and receiving all the new products to fill up our new addition.
We are excited to announce that with this growth, we will now be a Dash & Albert partner store.


Pillows, Throws, Rugs, and Totes by Dash & Albert

Favorite Quote of the Week:

"Too many people are thinking of security instead of opportunity..." James F. Byrnes