A Review: The Elegant Life By Alex Papachristidis and Christmas at His Home & Making Orange Scones

[@judithcapilla9289]

Hello from Barcelona, Spain! Thank you for your channel I really enjoy every saturday morning your wonderful videos! I love this book review, Papachristis is one of my favorites interior designers and always an inspiration. Today I miss a little your magical words: Hello, I’m Mary and wellcome to the Tartan Topiary ❤️ I love this words! My family laughts at me when friday evening I say : Tomorrow, saturday, first time in the morning is my magical moment: a cup of coffee, the ipad, and the wonderful, calming and loving voice: “hello I’m Mary…”. 😂 Always a moment of peace, beauty and love for life. Thank you very much, I love all your videos! I wish you a happy thanksgiving for all your family. 😊✨🌟😘

[@alexandra2jerry]

Thank you so much Mary for that book revue. I saw Alex and his husband on a Homeworthy tour of their New York apartment. It was a jewel of a home as you can imagine. He set a table from a cabinet of linens that exploded with every color, shape and design of place mats. Drawers overflowed with different sets of cutlery. The shelves were full of glasses both new and antique and within minutes he had a setting so breathtaking I would hate to put food on it for fear of messing it up. I’ve written your recipe down and being British, you know those scones are going to be made. Good Health to you and yours this Thanksgiving xx

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you for sharing this. I saw the tour you are referring to and I was lost in the beauty and the collections he has amassed. What an inspiration he is. I hope you have wonderful Thanksgiving also!❤️

[@jessbooth5495]

What an enchanting design style. Elegant, classical and a little whimsical at the same time

[@miareal1746]

Beautiful commentary. 🙏👏❤️😀

[@elizabethlara4070]

Wow! Stunning design book! Thank you so much for the fab book review Mary! Havw a wonderful weekend!

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you! You too!

[@nancywhitehead6397]

Sincere thanks for this Orange Scone recipe Christmas Breakfast solved. They look absolutely delicious!!!!!! And relatively easy to make...

[@catwomen3557]

Thanks and yes they look delicious. Enjoy

[@linp1268]

Good evening Mary. It is rather late as I am leaving this comment but I didn't want to forget to tell you that you have a most wonderful channel. I not only find it so wonderfully put together but your narration is so on point. I hang on every word. Not only are the books you review so interesting and breathtaking with all the gorgeous photos but I am learning something new each time and I greatly appreciate that. Scones are one of my most favorite treats to eat. As a matter of fact, I had a cranberry scone this morning with a cup of tea. It is not my usual breakfast but I made an exception. Oh, I so do enjoy a good scone and I am looking forward to trying your recipe. Thank you so much!!! 😊

[@thetartantopiary]

You are very thoughtful to leave this comment. It means a lot to me. I’m so glad you enjoy the channel. Thank you, and I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

[@rosariopaiz6158]

I am speechless with the beauty of his book of amazing designs , it's so beautiful.

[@helenaneumann1872]

Thank you, Mary and have a wonderful time...

[@Dina-md3ji]

Elegant living and dining so beautiful and well appointed book not a beanbag to be seen Yay

[@cooperwesley1536]

What a fantastic book! Those rooms are exquisite... and truly inspirational for anyone interested in "updated" traditional design. Thanks for sharing it with us, Mary. I am especially impressed with how the book highlights rooms that are completely infused with rich, saturated color palettes. Time and time again, the books you feature avoid the trend of decorating with bland neutrals and boring beige. Give us color... it always brings so much joy. Happy Holidays, and Cheers!

[@thetartantopiary]

Cheers, and I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving! ❤️

[@kimclarke5018]

Great graphics

[@MariaReyes-te7lk]

Wonderful book review.Thank you for your dedication thru this past year. Happy Thanksgiving, Mary ! Blessings from God.Amen.

[@zondrabarricks4666]

His passion is contagious! Thank you for inspiring us….

[@MarySchlotter]

Thank you Mary, the book was lovely, the scones look so delicious. I can’t wait to make them. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.🍂

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you! You too!

[@scottmontgomery7116]

I love the new opening to the show and I look forward to each new book you share.-Susanna

[@kareneggemeyer7918]

Great job as always Mary.

[@brenschilling3529]

Alex is a classical designer and a leader in the American design arena. What a great book he has published ! Thank you for sharing it with us. Lighting is always a conundrum for me. I will have to order some of the ones you have suggested. I am so glad your orange scones turned out well and you plan on having them for Thanksgiving morning. We are blessed to have orange trees here and I go out and pick a few off the tree when I need an orange for cooking or baking. (I like using them with sweet potatoes and cinnamon). I usually pair the orange scones with a fruit compote and omelets. They seem to disappear as fast as I put them out! Sending Happy Thanksgiving greetings to you and yours dear one!

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you so much. Happy Thanksgiving! We have an orange tree that we shelter in the winter. It gave us 15 oranges this year and I was thrilled with them!

[@s.barlow7062]

Every room a work of art! Gorgeous, thank you Mary.

[@jillenglish5878]

I love scones, I bought the National Trust book of scones a few year ago, it has 50 different recipes in it. Beautiful commentary. Enjoy your Thanksgiving.

[@thetartantopiary]

If you have a Panera near you- these are definitely worth a try!

[@jillenglish5878]

I live in a village in the U.K , so if I want scones I need to make them!!!

[@thetartantopiary]

That actually makes me a little jealous!

[@jillenglish5878]

Yes, I feel very lucky living here in England. I have a little suggestion for videos you may like to watch, search for Delia Smith's Classic Christmas. There are three videos. She lives in a cottage in Suffolk, England and is cooking all things Christmas. Just make sure you have eaten before watching!! I have many of her cookbooks and I love her wholemeal cheese scones recipe. @@thetartantopiary

[@CraigMatt-p1c]

WoW! that was a really great compliment to Panera coming from you...next time I see a shop I will pop in there and try one. I liked the recipe and will absolutely give it a shot, looks so tasty! Happy Thanksgiving to you & yours!

[@Al-cd2bk]

Scones look delicious 😊😊❤

[@psin0373]

Love that Fortnum & Mason tea towel, Mary! I used to live at 36 Markham Square, Chelsea, London SW3.

[@thetartantopiary]

What a dreamy place! Did you love it? I am finally going back in March and I'll be staying in that area!

[@psin0373]

Oh Mary, it was MAGICAL! Markham Square is directly off King's Road. An easy walk to Buckingham Palace, Harrods, high tea hotels; extra special: we went to St Paul's on Christmas Eve, while it was snowing, which is a rarity. Can't wait to hear about your trip there in March. London is glorious. @@thetartantopiary

[@rosariopaiz6158]

They look delicious.

[@moniquemckenna6795]

Hi Mary wishing you and your family a very happy Thanksgiving, may it be full of joy and laughter. Being a Canadian we celebrate in October then beginning of November I start my Christmas decorating. Thank you for all your videos, sometime I just put them on hold so I can fully enjoy them at a quiet time, look forward to more… ❤️

[@thetartantopiary]

I'm so glad you enjoy the channel. Thank you for letting me know!

[@TheFairwinds1]

TOTALLY ENCHANTING...& WISH WORTHY...So enjoyed!! Many thanx...franki

[@rosariopaiz6158]

Mary thank you for sharing another of your amazing books , wishing a Happy and joyful Thanksgiving for you and your family.

[@maryjimdale7031]

Brilliant!

[@vickeypierce293]

Thank you!! Happy Blessed Thanksgiving ❤❤

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you, same to you!

[@dulcerush735]

Thank you for the recipe, I’m sure it’s delicious 😋 The book was beautiful and I’m looking forward to next week. I love Southern Lady magazine. God bless 😊

[@pamd1861]

Thanks for the recipe idea Mary!! Another great episode 😊

[@mizzglam2029]

Hello Mary, I must say this is one of my favorite videos to date. Thanks for sharing world to ours. Happy Holidays 🎉.

[@thetartantopiary]

I appreciate that! I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving as well!

[@grandaflora4191]

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family🦃🍁

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you, same to you and yours!

[@valfletcher9285]

lovely and inspiring - all of this!!!

[@jeffcarnes3898]

Hello Miss Mary - excellent book and review. Thanks for always providing perfect content and I thoroughly enjoy your personal tours and content - your house is absolutely stunning! Happy Thanksgiving to you!🍁🥬🍂🌻🦃

[@vivienmcnaul109]

Oh yummy scones😮😊

[@thetartantopiary]

The icing was heavenly!

[@jenniferm5486]

Happy Thanksgiving Mary. I’m so thankful for you and your channel. God bless you. 🙏❤️

[@thetartantopiary]

That is a very kind and encouraging comment. Thank you and happy Thanksgiving!

[@suzieq2493]

Love your table runner and monogrammed napkins! Where do you find such beautiful linens? I remember the pillow shams in the bedroom makeover - - also very beautiful

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you! Most of my linens are inherited or from Williams Sonoma and Sferra. www.mrsalice.com is a great source also.

[@suzieq2493]

@@thetartantopiary thank you for sharing the website!

[@lindaortolano7837]

Hello Mary, Thank you for another enjoyable book review. Looking forward to trying the scones as they looked delicious! A Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours and I will see you next Friday! Hugs! :)

[@thetartantopiary]

Happy Thanksgiving, Linda! Hugs back to you!

[@mouriefeeney1903]

Hi Mary. Wishing you and family a Happy and Blessed Thanksgiving for 2023!! What an expert critiquing of this beautiful book. I loved all the colors from page to page. The baking looked just yummy if we could have only had a taste ~ Thanks for this review. Your southern viewer ~ Alabama! War Eagle.....

[@thetartantopiary]

Go Auburn!❤️ I hope you and your family have a lovely Thanksgiving also!

[@lucyllanio8950]

Happy Thanksgiving Mary🦃🦃🦃

[@thetartantopiary]

You too, Lucy! ❤️

[@mifasola1]

WHERE did you get those pretty monogrammed napkins? And orange scones look great!

[@annettehowell9392]

An interesting book, I've not heard of this author. I have heard of Harry Slatkin and his wife Laura though and bought quite a few of Mr Slatkin's candles and candle holders but not Laura's perfumes. Your scone looked very tasty and will definitely make some. Hope you and your family have a wonderful Thanksgiving

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you, I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving as well! ❤️

[@jenh9361]

This is one of my favorite books 😍 Such a delightful review... I love your monogramed tea towel shown with the scrumptious looking scones at the end. Is it a brand you are able to share? You're too funny climbing out the window to hang your wreaths 😂 I often do the exact same thing myself 😅😅😅

[@thetartantopiary]

I purchased the napkins at Williams Sonoma last year. They also have a tablecloth that matches. I'm glad I'm not the only one that climbs out of the window!

[@jenh9361]

@thetartantopiary Thank you... Whelp, I've been called crazy numerous times for climbing out the window, but I'll ask, just how clever and resourceful is doing thar??? It's absolutely brilliant 👏 I think...

[@jomeyer13]

i like your cabinets. did you do that yourself. is it outlined in gold?

[@guldenaydin9918]

✨️🎄✨️

[@comtaar2245]

Huurcontract per 1 december opzeggen voor een warme kerst.

[@thetartantopiary]

Gaat het wel goed

[@comtaar2245]

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[@comtaar2245]

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