Friday, February 17, 2012

"Cheers" to a lovely weekend!














Can I get you my favorite  Kir Royale (champagne and creme de cassis)
or Dan's favorite  Kir Imperial/ Raspberry Royale (champagne and raspberry liqueur)??!

Here's to a lovely weekend!
Cheers!!
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42 comments:

  1. LeeFebruary 17, 2012 at 5:46 PM

    Love Kir anything!
    Have a lovely weekend.

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  2. An Urban CottageFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    Oh, crap. I just poured a big glass of Bombay Sapphire on the rocks with gin.

    But, Cheers!

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  3. ℳartina @ Northern NestingFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    I'd love a glass Joan!! Your mantel looks beautiful. Have a great weekend!

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  4. 3 PeanutsFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    Just straight champagne for me please. Would love some by your beautiful fire.

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  5. KellyFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    Why yes! That would be lovely! I love champagne too. Your living room looks so pretty in this pic.

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  6. much older sister SusanFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    I'll take both please.:) I spy sweet Ella.

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  7. for the love of a houseFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    good eye Aunt Susan;)! Ella was "helping" me take photos!!

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  8. Beautiful HouseFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    Have a lovely weekend. Beautiful pictures.x

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  9. Heather @ new house, new home, new lifeFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    Brings back memories of Paris and the Montparnasse bistro where we sipped kir royales. Ahh!

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  10. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:14 PM

    That living room photo just wouldn't be perfect without Ella! And yes, I'd like a Kir Royal, please.

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  11. Thoughts on DesignFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    Oh, do they look and taste glorious!!! Perfect for a late sun filled afternoon and early evening. how the sun washes across the end irons in the fireplace in the first image and the well loved and lived in chair in the second image is delicious.

    Tine to quit for my own glass of wine...

    Have a wonderful weekend!

    Cheers,
    John

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  12. Splendid SassFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:38 PM

    Sounds perfect! Champagne is my favorite. You living room is beautiful.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  13. Blondie's JournalFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:39 PM

    This looks like the makings for a wonderful and cozy evening!

    Happy Weekend! :)

    XO,
    Jane

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  14. VictoriaFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:41 PM

    Yes, please. Either would be lovely. Your living room looks gloriously warm and welcoming. Give Bella a hug for me and have a lovely weekend with Dan.
    XOXO Victoria

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  15. JenniferFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Thank you! And cheers to you, also. Every time I see your mantle, I dream of finding a conk someday. I've become obsessed, thank you.

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  16. Fiona, Lilyfield LifeFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    I love Kir Royales - we had them at our wedding. We also love the italian version - bellini! delicious!
    enjoy your weekend, Joan
    cheers Fiona

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  17. PondsideFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    What a beautiful way that would be to start a weekend!

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  18. Linda@ Lime in the CoconutFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:11 PM

    Ahhh. I have such a sweet spot for a good (french) creme de cassis. Prefer it with white wine...just plain kir...BUT have never been known to turn down champagne anything...and have added chambord to many a wine and champagne....oh....I can TASTE it now.

    You DO live the life, girl!

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  19. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:13 PM

    I LOVE you confit pots! Where oh where can I find some?

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  20. imquilternityFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    I love a Kir Royal and haven't had one for years! Both drinks look yummy and sitting in front of the fire drinking them sounds heavenly to me. The perfect start to a weekend.

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  21. niartistFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:29 PM

    If I said one of each, would you call me a lush!?

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  22. -LisaFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:34 PM

    Thanks Joan.
    You too!

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  23. maggie@septemberrustFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    why yes you may pour me one.
    enjoy! i had a glass of wine to go with my pizza and hot wings, i know sooo california huh?
    wishing you a great weekend.

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  24. Nothing But Blue Skies...February 18, 2012 at 1:46 AM

    Why, yes! Champagne by the fire sounds amazing! Your home is so lovely. I enjoy each and every picture that you share.
    Cheers! Have a fabulous weekend!
    xo
    -Lisa

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  25. Notes From ABroadFebruary 18, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    I have not had a Kir in so long ! Thank you for the reminder ;)
    Being in the middle of a terrible heat wave down here, we have been drinking Sidre, which is just a sweet bubbly cider sort of wine .. refreshing.
    I have big news .. coming soon ... besos. C

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  26. Amy ChalmersFebruary 18, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    Yummy, either one will do! Love the stair case shot~looks wonderful.

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  27. The enchanted homeFebruary 18, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    Love Kir Royale!! And love that last picture...dreamy!! Cheers to a fabulous weekend.

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  28. for the love of a houseFebruary 18, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    Well, I see I am going to need to go get some more champagne today!!!

    Anon- google "antique" confit jars and you should be able to find some sources. Trust your source though, as there are many reproductions out there. If it is a reproduction you are looking for, I just saw one at Home Goods last week. Good luck!

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  29. Sécia MischkeFebruary 18, 2012 at 1:29 PM

    Oh, I like the way Dan thinks. ;)

    ♥ sécia
    www.petiteinsanities.blogspot.com

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  30. Pinky at Designs by PinkyFebruary 18, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    Yes, please!!! I adore this room. The mantle is gorgeous. Hope your weekend is going very well. XO, Pinky

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  31. CindyFebruary 18, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    Joan, Dan, and Ella: The perfect start to any weekend! Enjoy, Cindy
    (not just the drinks, but the entire setting!)

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  32. Barefoot in Blue JeansFebruary 18, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    I love your blog and yes I too will have one. From your newest follower. Have a great weekend!

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  33. KatherineFebruary 18, 2012 at 10:04 PM

    Joan, It's Saturday evening and we've just finished dinner. As I take a look through my fav blogs I can't help but stop and stick my laptop under Richard's nose to show him your spectacular home one more time.
    We have taken the time to really explore past postings of your home and drink in the beauty of each space.
    I can imagine you and Dan sitting and enjoying the history of your home, the beauty of the original space and the refurbished rooms, with a little verve music playing ....... enjoying your bevies by the fire.
    You've worked hard for this special home - a home that was just waiting for a couple like you to love it once again. Enjoy the beauty.
    Indeed....... Cheers !!

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  34. Barbara Bussey {The Treasured Home}February 18, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    Sorry, I'll be at the Urban Cottage, drinking Bombay!
    Cheers!

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  35. JemsmomFebruary 18, 2012 at 11:17 PM

    I will take either or both!!! I love champagne! When we lived in Germany there was a man in our village who made his own that he would sell during Fasching, which is carnival time. It was absolutely delicious! Do I see sweet Ella's nose in the picture? Have a great weekend!

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  36. KirstenFebruary 19, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    That does sound like the makings of a cozy, lovely weekend! Hope it was a great one for ya!

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  37. TiedupmemoriesFebruary 19, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    Simply Lovely! Cheers!

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  38. designchicFebruary 20, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    Hope you had a happy weekend!!

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  39. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2012 at 5:57 PM

    Champagne with a splash of cranberry please :)

    Kathy :)

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  40. Peaches and CandyFebruary 20, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Hi Joan,
    I have just come across your blog and your house is amazing and so beautiful.
    Hope you had a great weekend
    XNat
    Peaches and Candy

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  41. Tutti ChicFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:01 PM

    sounds yummy...hope your weekend was a lovely one. :) chris

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  42. TamraFebruary 21, 2012 at 12:42 AM

    Joan you are my kind of girl, opening the bubbly just to start off a nice weekend. I have a bottle in my fridge set aside for when I finish waxing my floors in two weeks! lol Yep I can always find a good excuse to pop the cork.

    Oh and your opening picture....breathtaking!

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