Sunday, July 3, 2011

Red, white and blue.

Action is the fundamental key to all success
~ Pablo Picasso
Better Homes & Gardens & Martha Stewart... don't these look delectable.
Vogue Japan via s-fashion-avenue.blogspot.com
If you like the nautical look, go and check out more of this fabulous collection at the link above.

To all my friends in the USA, just want to wish you a Happy 4th of July and to all, a very happy new week.
Hugs
Carolyn
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53 comments:

  1. Pierre BOYERJuly 3, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    Blue white red...
    As french flag too !
    Greetings from France Carolyn...

    Pierre

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  2. Draffin BearsJuly 3, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Thanks Pierre.
    It is actually an old French key and the vintage ribbon I bought when I was in France.

    Carolyn

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  3. ETT RÖTT MONOGRAMJuly 3, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Red, white and blue, they are nice summer colors. I like the nautic.
    A sunny hug from
    AnnaMaria

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  4. Petal49July 3, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Love the link to the nautical look. Now if I looked just like a Vogue model.......(keep dreaming)
    Red, white & blue deserts will have to do. Maybe that's why I don't look like a Vogue model.

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  5. MayflowerJuly 3, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    Beautiful pictures dear Carolyn.
    I wish you also a happy sunday and a good start of the new week.
    Warm wishes, Mea

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  6. It's meJuly 3, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    That key is wonderful !!! and old.......haahahha!!...enjoy your sunday darling.....love from Holland....xxx...

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  7. JeanneJuly 3, 2011 at 10:41 PM

    Much love and many blessings..........
    Love you
    Jeanne

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  8. Castles Crowns and CottagesJuly 3, 2011 at 11:54 PM

    THANK YOU DEAREST HEART! We are having the most splendid weather here in Minneapolis, following a horrible storm that tore through here on Friday night. But all is well, the sun shines brightly into my studio as I type, and love surrounds me. Bless you sweet Carolyn, and may you be well and happy...Anita

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  9. OlaJuly 4, 2011 at 12:14 AM

    I like the "nautical" dress!

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  10. Michelle May-The Raspberry RabbitsJuly 4, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    Those treats do look soooooooo good and refreshing! Might have to make some!
    Hugs to you sweets!
    xx, shell

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  11. Marsha @ Tattered ChickJuly 4, 2011 at 12:55 AM

    I'm a yankee doodle dandy . . .

    Love that old key. I have several, the more rust, the lovelier they are!

    Have a wonderful week!!

    xxoo
    Marsha

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  12. MarinaJuly 4, 2011 at 2:04 AM

    Beautiful pictures :)

    xx Marina

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  13. ~*~ saskia ~*~July 4, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    I do love the nautical style too, a lot, especially in Summer time. Red white and blue are also the colors of the Netherlands, with a touch of orange.
    Have a wonderful new week, sweet Carolyn. Our Summer holidays have started, 6 weeks no school. xxxxxx

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  14. Angela RichardsonJuly 4, 2011 at 4:22 AM

    Those desserts look so yummy.
    The key with the red white and blue is fab, UK flag too.
    Thanks for your visit, have a great week.

    Rose scented hugs,

    Angela.

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  15. UnknownJuly 4, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    Ciao carissima!!!

    Dolcissimo questo omaggio agli States!

    Quella coppa di frutta, mhhhhhh...che delizia! ;o)

    Baci di cuore! Kisses...NI ;o)

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  16. Bizzy @ homeJuly 4, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    Turn it arround and you just have Red, white, blue...the netherlands flag too! Hihi...
    Groetjes, Renny

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  17. Haute WorldJuly 4, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Love that nautical inspired dress! You can't really go wrong with the red white blue combo, regardless of where you live. Hope you've had a lovely weekend!

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  18. TheresaJuly 4, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    Happy 4th of July Carolyn! I hope you have a wonderful weekend holiday! I love the nautical Look & great quote! xo Theresa

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  19. JuneJuly 4, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Oh Carolyn it is so good to catch up with you my friend! Thank you so much for the Forth of July wish!
    I think that layered dessert is calling to me.LOL!
    I loved your picture that you took while in London that you had in your previous post. What a beautitful capture.
    I also have got to try that lemon meringue pie someday soon. It looks so delish!
    Wishing the best week ahead!
    hugs to you...

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  20. CaroleJuly 4, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Thanks Carolyn,
    I was just looking at Martha's ideas for decorating for the 4th. I think it's a little late now but maybe next yr!

    xx
    Carole

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  21. TaraJuly 4, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    Thanks for the great post Carolyn! You put more thought into it than this lazy American did! I hope you have a beautiful weekend!

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  22. Mariette's Back to BasicsJuly 4, 2011 at 4:14 PM

    Dearest Carolyn,

    Thanks for the Happy 4th of July wishes and how appropriate to show red, white and blue!

    Lots of love,

    Mariette

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  23. DeannaJuly 4, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Sweet Blessings to you, Carolyn!
    Thank you for the well wishes in the states.
    God bless,
    d

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  24. GeorgiannaJuly 4, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Thank you so much, Carolyn! Hope you have a wonderful new week with more beautiful winter weather. We finally have summer and a gorgeous day in store for the holiday tomorrow.

    xo – g

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  25. DortheJuly 4, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Hi sweet Carolyn , and A happy 4 of july monday to you,-love your old french key..
    Hugs,Dorthe

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  26. Happy-SonneJuly 4, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    I like the colors blue, white and red!
    A lot of greetings from Switzerland.
    Hugs Yvonne

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  27. FleuretteJuly 5, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    Hello my dearest Carolyn, super photos and beautiful colors!!!!
    I wish you a beautiful summer full of sunshine!!!
    Big hugs
    Fleurette

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  28. Princesa NadieJuly 5, 2011 at 2:18 AM

    Nautical look is lovely!Specially for summer time
    Hugs

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  29. Katherines CornerJuly 5, 2011 at 2:30 AM

    HUGSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!

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  30. Silvia NegrettiJuly 5, 2011 at 2:34 AM

    Thanx a lot 4 the link!
    Naturally you can take every pics you like from my blog, not worry!
    Love blue/white/red combination, so chic!
    xoxo
    S
    http://s-fashion-avenue.blogspot.com

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  31. MonicaJuly 5, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    I adore nautical clothing and red, blue and white!
    Happy new week to you too, dear Carolyn!
    Hugs,
    Monicax.

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  32. A garden just outside VeniceJuly 5, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Hello Carolyn, I didn't recognize you at first because of your very long hair :-)
    I love your cakes' choice, they're so pretty!
    Have a good week!
    xxx

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  33. MartinaJuly 5, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    Love everything here, especially desserts and dress! Am wearing red, white and blue today, just for fun ;) Hope the day is lovely for you and your bears!

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  34. THE ALTERNATIVE WIFEJuly 5, 2011 at 7:57 AM

    Love the red, white & blue! So perfect for today in the states :)

    Hope you had a great weekend, Carolyn! xoxo

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  35. Crafty Green PoetJuly 5, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    those red white and blue puddings look delicious!

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  36. Celestina MarieJuly 5, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Hi Carolyn,
    Love your red white and blue and thank you for the Independence day greeting.
    It has been a wonderful day with the temp reaching 104 degrees. The pool sure got a workout! LOL
    Thank you for coming for tea today.
    Have a wonderful week dear friend.
    XO Celestina Marie

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  37. C. JoyBell C.July 5, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    How thoughtful of you to think about an American Holiday, thank you, sweet Carolyn ♥

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  38. Angelsdoor * PennyJuly 5, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    Thank you for visiting dear Carolyn. Knowing my little Bebe she will jump right up on stage. haa..
    Oh now I am hungry! The deserts look delicious..
    Take care, enjoy your week.
    Blessings,
    Penny

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  39. siJuly 5, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    Hi my dear friend ,thanks so much for your lovely coment,you are adorable,i adore your work arts so much ,your space art is a true dreams....all wonderful here....
    big hug from sisi (brasil) são paulo

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  40. sorelle in styleJuly 5, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Hope you had an awesome 4th! Those festive desserts look so deliciously beautiful! :)

    -j
    sorelle in style

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  41. JoytiJuly 5, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    I hope you had a lovely weekend too :)
    I think the combination of red white and blue is so pretty and summery, thank you for sharing the images.

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  42. MarellaJuly 5, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    Super cute pics! <3

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  43. Couture CarrieJuly 5, 2011 at 11:50 PM

    Gorgeous post, darling!
    Happy 4th!

    xoxox,
    CC

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  44. CecyliaJuly 6, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    Wow I love that editorial shot with the 3 colours :D My birthday was yesterday hehe
    COme follow my blog :)

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  45. StaceyJuly 6, 2011 at 2:54 AM

    Beautiful post! I love the nautical look a lot and I wore red white and blue almost everyday last week:-)XX

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  46. Audrey AllureJuly 6, 2011 at 4:08 AM

    Those parfaits look divine! Hope you had a happy 4th :)

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  47. rochambeauJuly 6, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Thank you Carolyn! It was a good one!

    Great photos you share!!! Esp the Japanese Vogue model!!

    xox
    Constance

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  48. Pierre BOYERJuly 6, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Enjoy your day Carolyn !

    Pierre

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  49. BarbaraJuly 6, 2011 at 10:44 PM

    The red, white and blue desserts are fun to make Carolyn...this year everyone made those adorable cookies on the cover of Martha Stewart's Living magazine. Not me, 'cause I am not a good cookie decorator!

    Love that dress and the site was fun.

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  50. AnonymousJuly 7, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    Lovely thoughts today Carolyn - as I leave Seville today I will leave the sunshine colours behind, hopefully they will catch up with me once again in Sydney x

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  51. AnaJuly 7, 2011 at 6:02 AM

    Oh have very sweet Carolyn...Thank you...We had a wonderful 4th of July celebration.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    ♥Ana

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  52. GwendolynKayJuly 7, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    Happy belated 4th my friend.
    Blessings~
    Gwenny

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  53. bikimJuly 7, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    so pretty!
    that desert looks delicious!
    take care,
    Rosa

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Carolyn xx

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