A SOLO Cadeaux!

In 'Cadeaux at the Chateau', all of the inhabitants of the Chateau de Lalande gather together to open beautiful gifts that people have sent from all over the world. All of the monetisation from these videos will be donated to a different charity each month. KZbin earnings fluctuate wildly each month, as ad revenue changes throughout the year. Here are the charities that we've donated to so far:
July 2020:
British Heart Foundation UK (in memory of my father) €634
August 2020:
Alzheimer's Research UK (in memory of all of the residents of my parents' nursing homes) €650
September 2020:
Prostate Cancer Foundation (in memory of Selmar's father) €1,255
October 2020:
Medecins sans Frontieres (chosen by my mother to support vaccinations in Africa) €942 (equivalent to 426 cholera vaccinations)
November & December 2020 & Jan & Feb 2021:
A Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa R100,000 (approx €5,800)
March 2021:
Suffolk Artlink £1,505
April 2021:
Association Petit Prince €1,689
May 2021:
Melanoma Focus €1,204
June 2021:
Aide aux Jeunes Diabétiques €1,735
July, August & September 2021:
The 2nd year of the Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa R100,000 (approx €5,800)
October 2021:
A La Bonne Vauvre (our local Crozon sur Vauvre community centre) €3,184
November 2021:
Techo €2,709
December 2021:
Genesis Hope El-Roi Baby Home ZAR90,000 (€5,248.01)
If you'd like to see the video we made in the South African orphanage, click here: • How this KZbin chann...
January 2022:
We Are Here Venice €2,000
February 2022:
Red Cross for Ukraine €2,019
March 2022:
The Fred Hollows Foundation €2,311
April, May & June 2022:
Ardmore Community Fund €5893
July 2022:
Institut Curie €2.150
August 2022:
Movember €2.246
September, October & November 2022:
3rd year of the Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa €6.092
I used to show the gifts as part of ' @The Chateau Diaries ' episodes, but you're all so very generous that we have many gifts, and if we spent the episodes opening them, we wouldn't be able to show you other aspects of chateau life! So, for those of you who enjoy watching presents being opened, and as a way to thank those of you who were kind enough to send them, I've made this new channel. Every week we will film your beautiful gifts whilst enjoying afternoon tea or aperitif together.
It is very important to me that you know that we in no way expect anyone to send us gifts. I would like to go further than that and add that, if doing so will put you in any financial difficulty whatsoever, please, please do not send us anything. Knowing that you join us by watching 'The Chateau Diaries' gives us all an enormous boost. But for those of you who have sent these incredibly thoughtful gifts, I hope that seeing us open them gives you a fraction of the joy that you've given us 💖💖💖
If you would like to see more of our life at the chateau, please go to our main 'Chateau Diaries' channel:
/ thechateaudiaries

[@izydripping]

Loved watching you opening presents and Phillip talking. You two are more than enough for me and really enjoy seeing you together. Hope you enjoyed your special time

[@debtheguest3109]

Michael is such a generous person and has such great taste! He's Stephanie's personal Santa Claus and only selects the best for her. This was fun!

[@judithclark2823]

The two of you are such a darling couple. The Matchmaker of Heaven knew you’d be a perfect match when Philip was directed to La Lande🥰 Michael is truly such a thoughtful, generous soul.

[@amyschneidhorst1384]

Her concierge shopper!

[@christikapa3856]

Michael has such exquisite taste!! The embroidered tablecloth is ❤❤

[@susanakurdi3563]

He is obsessed with her,i think i would be a bit concerned of that was me.

[@user-vb6gl6nf7c]

The totally broken mug can be relegated to art supplies for a kids’ art class for mosaics or a mosaic trivet. Art and craft stores have the forms and the plaster.

[@klmjtr]

It must be so nice for you to have the chateau to yourselves for a few days! Enjoy! 😊🏰😊

[@cwatson3495]

That was fun, it is always fun watching Stephanie. Her love of life blasts out from the screen into our hearts.

[@bonniehoover4576]

I watch you and Phillip, Mummy, and Percy and the gaggle of friends that fill your beautiful chateaux and all the days of your lives that we can view. I discovered you during the Covid crisis. I watch all the vlogs and enjoy seeing what everyone is doing. I must say, your tastes are very much like my own. I especially like it when you and Phillip (maybe Kat if she is visiting) do the trip to surrounding beautiful little villages and the Brocantes (sp?). The country-side is much like here in Pennsylvania, but a slight bit different. I also enjoy your trips to Paris and anywhere. I am also a big fan of blue and white china.. Phillip has the touch to create lovely designed table scapes. Well. enough for today. But before I go, I must say please give my best to Percy to get well soon. and I cannot find your online store. Well Au Deau for today. Keep making your great vlogs and I send love and joy to all of you at Chateau Lalande.

[@dianayavetz6286]

I loved playing with paper dolls when I was a little girl (pre Barbie). It was a way to change her clothes. We had a magazine here in the USA called McCalls. The paper doll was Betsy McCall.

[@buttercup6828]

Brings happy memories!

[@jomeyer13]

i loved mine too. I even had the male one. Pat boone. yes the mc call dolls were lovely.

[@francesbolen257]

Thank goodness Philip is amazing at fixing the beautiful mugs!

[@jomeyer13]

be careful with hot as it could warm the glue and the cup drop and spill

[@josephinedavidson5968]

Stephanie so thrilled to hear about Percy’s improvement x great to see you home with Philip. Much love Josie x

[@suehayesrealestate]

This one reminded me of when you first started the channel. I think I love this format most (not that everyone else hasn’t been lovely). It just reminds me of when there were fewer gifts but Stephanie’s opening of each one (I remember a scarf in particular) was so very entertaining! I really enjoyed this😊

[@Schwe1899]

The beautiful tablecloth remindes me of my mother and the work she did when she embroidered tablecloths especially for springtime and easter dinners. I have learned the technique which are not very difficult.

[@janinebarron2691]

Stephanie and Phillip you are so well suited. I totally forget about the age difference until one of you makes a joke about it. The Dynamic Duo

[@tadeuszoltarzewski]

Oh I love it just being us.👨‍👩‍👦 😂❤ Sending love to you and your family and the crew. From Rosie O from Devon England x 🇬🇧👏

[@myownlittlehouse471]

Just set up that tripod, and sit on the sofa with her, Philip! :)

[@maryannaarnold3817]

What fun books and presents and special hedgehog medal for Philipp! Gorgeous Ribbon Table Cloth, Michael! Enjoy!!!

[@Leonascreativeendeavors]

Steph, love your dress today! Beautiful!! ❤

[@bjamo8738]

Stephanie I know you are planning on cancelling Cadeaux at the end of the year. I can not tell you how disappointing this is. I have only been given 3 gifts in my life and I can not express how fun it is to see you open gifts from complete strangers and to see your joy, and I also can not express how exciting it is see so many wonderful creative and beautiful hand made and designed gifts, and then those amazing gifts of elegance and beauty.

[@saraheschweiler4939]

Oh Stephanie--I, too, wish the Cadeaux at the Chateau would continue...I love that revenue is shared with many worthy charities that are close to the hearts of the LaLanders. Perhaps much of the abundance of gifts could be shared with those LaLanders who have branched out to start channels of their own...?

[@claudine1928]

I really didn't mind just the two of you. Beautifull gifts well presented. Have fun together.

[@southernmissy8044]

Stephanie, I stopped, popped over To Amazon and bought the book you received today!!! Very Reasonable Price!!!!! Hello from South Carolina USA! 🥰

[@eleniantoniou534]

I went on Apple books and just finished reading it! AMAZING book based on true stories.

[@martieflagg4671]

The two of you did exceptionally well all by yourselves! ❤ So many beautiful things!

[@janicetaylor9795]

Lovely vlog. You two always cheer us up! Some beautiful gifts. There are some seriously talented people out there!

[@michaelt8727]

What a shame the mugs didn't fare well. Happy that at least one survived intact.

[@sampobs302]

I am so glad my gifts arrived ok. I think the windmill fell off Philip’s medal. It’s the Eiffel Tower and the windmill to represent your two homes Philip. The moth bags can be hung from coat hangers using the little loops. I purchased the bracelet for Stephanie but made everything else. ❤

[@teresacarle294]

😊You're very thoughtful & amazingly talented. Enjoyed everything you sent. ✍️Took notes, so I will have to try your moth deterrent recipe down the road too! 😉 I always learn good things & get inspired from watching 🎁Cadeaux. 🦔 Philip's medal is absolutely adorable. Reminiscent of the awards 👑Queen Elizabeth II gave out for exemplary service or contribution. 🙏Hope they can find & reattach the charms. Can't wait to catch a glimpse of him in period costume wearing it. 🎉Blessings! 💚Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)

[@sampobs302]

@@teresacarle294 thank you and they do smell like Christmas.

[@carolwood9270]

I can tell from your conversation with Philip that you two have a very special, very facinating relationship with each other. It’s lovely to see……

[@crinkle2649]

I completely missed almost everything so I am rewatching it. The thumbnail caught my attention because I LOVE paper dolls. That was so super cool that they made you into a paper doll

[@crinkle2649]

I have a couple of ribbon brooches that I am making. I love that table cloth it is beautiful

[@annbardue3473]

That book is a fantastic story! You will love it!

[@lyndalouise3480]

Much love to Stephanie and Philip, enjoy your time alone in the chateau, might not happen again for awhile, I know its nice to be surrounded by people, but its also nice to have some alone time together.🙏❤️😌

[@heidijay5902]

I think at this point we need to send Phillip a new kintsugi repair kit or five. The much easier (& less hazardous cousin of traditional kintsugi), still makes broken items beautiful when put back together again.

[@normamurray4450]

Well done Stephanie! As usual, some lovely gifts from around the world...wow!

[@maggieclendenin6740]

You and Philip make me smile.

[@pglenn8531]

Love all of these beautiful gifts and generous people. I do hope that you and Phillip lock up your jewelry and treasures or lock your rooms when not using them. Wishing you a wonderful week!

[@MaryEllen_of_OBX]

Don't feel silly getting excited over the key and the lock working. I would be, and am on this side of the screen, excited too! I don't know why, but I've always loved keys. When I was a kid I had a key ring full of old od keys. Nothing fancy just old modern keys. It made me feel so powerful. Maybe that's why we like keys, because keys equal power and authority/responsibility. 😂👑👸

[@carolwood9270]

The background in this video is facinating. Beautiful lamps, a tapestry, pictures, prints, so cozy, so inviting, and knowing you and Philip, I bet everything was a bargain, and although it looks luxurious, it probably was created on a very small budget…

[@MsSherryjh]

Oh my Michael. My lucky sister-in-law just got gifted a beautiful block printed bathrobe that was supposed to be larger than I needed fit as Michael described his. I did like it. Oh well.

[@kevinjewell233]

Ribbon embroidered frock coats were a fad in the 18th century in France for a brief period....

[@denisfoley31]

Micheal needs to show himself and visit la lande 🤷‍♂️

[@catkiki7779]

Ahoy Joy Bringers luv you Guys !

[@DarleneSykes1]

I really enjoyed spending time with just you and Phillip. Hope you both have a great evening alone

[@eleniantoniou534]

So… I started watching this video a couple of days ago… the book you received about the women of Lafayette got my attention… I downloaded it on iBooks… I just finished it! What a story!!!! Worth the read. Some incredible women who did heroic things!

[@margielynch7196]

Lovely gifts as usual, it must make all the ladies happy to be able to share all of these wonderful gifts.

[@peterwhite9261]

Stephanie and Phillip, this was a great caddeau. I love Micheal's poems, and he has impeccable taste. The other gifts were equally delightful. You have your own paper dol to have a dress up session with. Those books will keep you well entertained. Enjoy your evening together. Lots of love to you all.❤

[@carolweaver3269]

He really does send the best poems ever! Another trait and talent of his,

[@kathrynschumann5254]

What a lovely and relaxing Cadeaux. Beautiful gifts!

[@elvaporter9111]

I'm reading the women of Chateau Lafayette right now. I'm enjoying it.

[@jonalger]

No worries about appearing any younger; you already look pre-natal 😊

[@mariagillinson8527]

What is Michael going to do once Cadeau Unwrapped in over? Maybe we can finally meet him at Lalonde and he can deliver his gifts himself …

[@klmjtr]

He’ll probably still send gifts but we won’t see. 😔

[@sandrapugh1373]

I'd love to see what he looks like. He is certainly one very generous man. ❤

[@carolweaver3269]

@@sandrapugh1373 He is there from time to time and has his own apartment and it is lovely! He after all must come back "home" and this truly is his home. So, keep watching and You certainly will see him. Very smart, and a lovely person! So much talent indeed!

[@trinahayden747]

You are reading my mind..Oh my word what will Michael do,…

[@maryanncollins4945]

@@carolweaver3269 They have never declared it was Micheal potts ! You know sonething we don't ? Not once did they say it was steps partner in owning the chateau !!

[@bluevintagepapillon4046]

We need to meet this Michael soon. I am so curious. Please have him over at La lande 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@nannybluebelle8643]

Totally thinking the same …let’s hope 🤞 x

[@lindagage7315]

That was fun, Stephanie and Phillip enjoy your day with the whole chateau to yourselves!

[@shelbycooper7504]

Love seeing you both ❤❤

[@BarbaraatQueensAvenueTarot]

FYI moths also don't like lavender.

[@DremaMillet]

Who is the Michael who is always sending Stephanie gifts? He has fabulous taste and knows exactly what she will love. I assume it’s not Michael Pots.

[@beverley1539]

Hiya Lovlies, fabulous gifts as always enjoy your time together this evening. Blessings luv Ontario Canada 🇨🇦🐝

[@marniethethief2574]

Michael, l wonder if he will keep sending presents once the channel is close. Stephanie should auction all that jewelry and stuff

[@grammy8549]

I read The Women of Chateau Lafayette. It's a very good book! Loved it & a favorite of mine! I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

[@jacquelyncorbin8116]

yeah Could you have someone embroider around the holes in the cashmere? I use a patchouli wash (Zum) on my wool. Smells great and works.

[@lisaakinlabi]

I don't know about anyone else but, when no one else is at home but me and my guy I think, "Naked time"! 🤣 However I would guess opening gifts is the next best thing.

[@debbiemccann3711]

Beautiful and thoughtful gifts.

[@mavep2855]

Lovely gifts! Enjoy you “alone” time in your beautiful chateau. 🙏❤️

[@1231ms54]

Enjoyed it again, great gifts too.

[@jeanninef2110]

Oh! Such beautiful gifts!! And such a sweet, simple and quiet cadeau vlog! Lol! Sending hugs from moi in Canada!

[@denisefazio6708]

I read that book it is fabulous!

[@IRSA1]

That was lovely and you actually do not really need anyone else to help at all ! ❤

[@ntakovacj3644]

It was a delightful afternoon -- I love the paper dolls -- Barbie has filled that niche for little girls for many years. For me, nothing could beat an afternoon cutting out those clothes, deciding how your paper dolls would spend the evening and what they would wear. How nice that you have several sheets so you can keep one but play with the others!

[@AlanHouser]

The dresses need "tabs" to fold over the doll, yes?

[@jayneyaghmour7320]

If you are 5 years of age!!

[@kattysaclayan1233]

I love how this was filmed! Maybe a livestream cadeaux would be great!

[@Kim-sg2vx]

You should rename this 'The Michael Show'.

[@TheFiown]

I remembered sending you a wonderful book on Renzo Mongiardino about a year ago or older and have never seen you open it so I think it must have gone missing, sorry !

[@isabellejarvis7805]

Oh dear what a shame after you taking the trouble of sending it! Thank you for the thought.

[@crinkle2649]

The cup that was in a bunch of pieces could be glued back together and used to put jewelry or keys or coins in

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

It was lovely to have the two of you in today's installment. Loving the presents. Thank you for the video!

[@rosalindvantonder5176]

Loved just the 2 of you❤

[@maurawhelan3530]

Lovely to see you and Phillip. Have a PJ party the two of you! Get out the champagne!

[@daniellekeohokapu4969]

Stephanie please could I get the brand and the name of bee venom moisture foundation that you received. Please I would like to try it. Thank you. You are wonderful.

[@lisac1110]

Absolute great again lots of fun just sorry that 1 cup was beyond repair 😢 all the best ❤😊❤😊

[@charleswalker1185]

Loved this with you!!!

[@a_highland_life]

Hi Stephanie, Amy from chateau de la rosiere is asking for support for her brothers charity…a burns unit in Malawi. Just a suggestion for one of your donations. Xx

[@jomeyer13]

If you skip michel t gifts maybe you could get more caught up. i realize his are amazing but is it fair???

[@bethlewis582]

Do they not have bubble wrap across the ocean. It would save your breakable when shipped.

[@sharongruener6078]

You received some lovely gifts. Blessings.

[@danielmoore9080]

Poodles are Russian . When the country was opened to the west , the women of the French court adopted the water sport dogs because of their cut that protects their joints and organs from the cold of the water.

[@mommashawna707]

Both of my kids have moved out and I remember my friend saying naked twister time! A few weeks after the kids did move out I said I’m telling you the best part is I can have ice cream in the refrigerator and not hide it.

[@trinitystarclararose7118]

😊

[@gisellenorbury2369]

Stephanie love the paper dolls so adorable. The sachets pillows are beautiful. Thank you 🙏

[@lindacox3062]

We are missing a week of CHATEAU UNWRAPPEDD!!!!

[@evelyndunham5135]

Ginko is very good for memory but is also a natural blood thinner.

[@yvonnesullivan4388]

Stephanie and LaLande paper dolls with sheep cat 🦚 at bookstores near you

[@GRANDIPRTradeMarkAcceleartor]

Great gifts as always

[@tropicalmom2468]

Fabulous treasures, as usual

[@annettewyatt1433]

Absolutely lovely each and every time! When you do travel to Japan try and purchase a Japan Rail Pass before you leave. You can purchase different time periods of travel but it means that you can travel on any JR trains , including the Shinkansen(bullet train) whenever you desire to travel. No distance restrictions. Check it out!! Just make the most of your time there from north to south and all in between. If you time it correctly, one could see the cherry blossoms in southern Japan and maybe still the snow in the very north!

[@Leonascreativeendeavors]

Hello friends! ❤🎉😊

[@lalam6320]

Hello

[@shirleybewley6646]

Silk ribbon embroidery is a thing😊

[@afolsom685]

Would it be possible for you to send a month's revenue to Lahaina to help? Thank you for considering.

[@vheaver1237]

Who saw Stephanie on this morning. Brilliant.

[@crannuselshihtzu5566]

In the UK? Today 4/9/23... Oh I must go on ITV player & see it.

[@Sophia-zk3tw]

What episode did you and Phillip meet ?

[@mireille4751]

See the episode dating from 10 November 2021 and entitled « My Boyfriend Revealed"

[@bethlewis582]

Whos the author of Warlock Love?

[@catherineevanoffour12]

Stephanie, you are so beautiful.

[@yvonnesullivan4388]

And peacocks too

[@katstelzer4194]

I'm going to miss Patron Michael's special notes when Cadeaux is over!

[@bellabompi8886]

❤🏰❤️

[@timriehl1500]

I hope you recognize the small part in my novel that was inspired by Phillip! Theresa Marie Reel, aka, T.M. Reel, aka Tim Riehl--I usually use a male name on social media because trolls seem to leave men alone, lol.

[@teresacarle294]

😊That's a very smart tip! Any way to reduce online harassment is probably good. Thx for sharing your full name. Kept ◀️dragging the cursor of the video back to try to see your full name on the book jacket 📕 without success. 🤔Interesting to know Philip provided some inspiration for your story. 😉Now, I'll definitely have to track down a copy for sure. Blessings... 💚Bridget from Cali☘️ (using my pal's YT acct)

[@timriehl1500]

@@teresacarle294 For Bridget; Just a small inspiration. I had noticed something about him and made it something a character in the novel does. .99 cents on Amazon Kindle if you have a Kindle.

[@Leonascreativeendeavors]

Hi Kasey!

[@pegglover3244]

Has Michael ever met you?

[@connihudson1578]

Please keep reading Michael's notes and opening his gifts...just open on the Diaries😊

[@maggieclendenin6740]

Well Phillips I hope you're settling an extra special table tonight.😉😉