French Antiques Hunt at our local Brocante!

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The Chateau Diaries Episode 646 ✨🏰✨
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[@debbiemilan2867]

It is wonderful to see Percy so healthy, happy, and full of mischief! He and Isabelle are the cutest couple ever!

[@tonivalenzuela8274]

Who knew this beautiful florist would blossom into an amazing chef. You surprise me every dinner at what you have produced for the guests. Bravo Marie.

[@tiffcat1100]

❤

[@katiemoody3282]

I am truly inspired and amazed by each dish!

[@3_3645]

A true gourmand, I hope she is not serving as well.

[@PetuniaSmithurst]

Absolutely couldn't have put it better myself 😊xxx

[@tiffcat1100]

@@3_3645 Maybe gourmet rather than gourmand ;)

[@denisemarle4141]

The tray liner with the "smile" is for a breakfast tray and the "smile" is where you tuck in the matching napkin.... ❤🦘

[@garnwalkerstables]

Awesome , thanks for the info.

[@RonRobertson-lafrance]

I wondered if that didn't serve a purpose, I was thinking it must be for holding something, wouldn't have that of the napkin!

[@tinemuir]

Thank you!

[@tinemuir]

@chateaudiaries!

[@CarmenShenk]

Thank you for the reminder to live beautifully! One doesn’t need to foot the bill for a chateau to live with beautiful details!

[@donnab8205]

Mummy! You're gorgeous in your new dress and hat!

[@alekxa90]

Hi Stephanie, lovely video. John James Audubon was actually born in Haiti in 1785 at the time when Haiti was Saint-Domingue, a French colony. Haiti was the wealthiest colony of the French Empire. He actually arrived in the United States with a false passport to avoid being taken to the Napoleonic War

[@predatornz.5493]

Mummy and Percy make me laugh they such a sweet couple . 🥰

[@kaywallace6139]

Everyone’s hats look smashing. Philip’s table and liners are lovely. Maria did a great job on the dinner. Kudos for everyone.

[@annemiekvandorp4457]

It is só pleasing to see Marie this happy and blossoming!

[@ericalbany]

A secret with tray liners in restaurants- they are dampened ever so slightly so that nothing can slide

[@melissacoelho8413]

Great tip, thank you 🙏

[@Elixorofsunshine]

❤ Wonderful episode. Just love when mama Isabel doesn't let Percy kiss her in public !❤😂

[@carolweaver3269]

Yes, Mummie likes to keep personal feelings for only special moments! lol So cute! Percy knew it would get her going. They both are so sweet!

[@laurenglass4514]

Marie seems so trained in cooking , this is a big compliment to her!

[@janeedwards5627]

I thought how beautiful Isobel looks, her skin is glowing, she looks amazing!

[@shailakelsey2835]

The little orange dishes are what we use for French onion soup in my house 😊 5:43

[@debbierudolph9489]

We use them for soup or curries

[@karink.7673]

I love reading the comments after the video because I enjoy recognizing most of my own thoughts. 🥰

[@DAVIDLOGAN-fx3nu]

So sad to see dear Davy go. He has contributed so much and is absolutely charming. Hope he comes back again soon. Wonderful things picked up along the way. Well done.

[@joseluisrojascosme4018]

I absolutely love that hat on you. You look so retro sophisticated. But then again you look amazing with a scarf on your head and a house coat.

[@tinathene]

That hat is perfection, Stephanie❤

[@kindlydude]

...very 'South-of-France', like a stroll along the beach. Stephanie is like a sparkling summer day, breezy & light. I think that's why we all adore her! 🌻☀🌞

[@LisaVesander.Creative]

Your hat looks gorgeous on you Steph, it's perfect for summer. Marie is a kitchen wonder! Love her food skills and her sense of humour! 😆

[@lauralahaye1019]

I propose that Stephanie should make an apron for Marie. It must feature Marie’s famous words, “…from the garden.” No one says it like Marie.

[@AdmiralReering]

Has to be frustrating to be drooling over your food while listening how miscellaneous ingredients come from the garden

[@maryoruanai4671]

Heightens the anticipation !@@AdmiralReering

[@kindlydude]

Stephanie did make a simple but lovely white apron for Marie I believe ...with either an 'M" embroidered on it ...or was it the Peacock logo for LaLande (?) ...anyway it looked very official & Chief Chef-like ...just missing a Chef's hat ...but haven't seen it since.

[@Claire-dq8xm]

Marie didn’t really like it. They both mentioned that a few vlogs ago.

[@sharoncole8249]

💖👑👑💖🎬📽🎥l havent been around for a while .l just have to say how proud l am of Stephanie and Philip for the work thay are doing in the chapel. It looks Beautiful .I Huge round of applause to them for getting it all restored has it was when it was first bulit the Artisans working on the Chapel are Super Talanted. I am amazed what has been done XX💖😊💖XX👏🏼👏🏻👏🏼👏🏻👏🏼👏🏻👏🏼

[@DevonaRavenhold]

Aw, Peaches and Cream barbie! She was one of my ultimate favorites as well as Valentine's Barbie and a few others.

[@Twistnsine]

Ooh I remember that dress 😍 One of my favorite too 🥰

[@loris4006]

I came to say that! I still have them both somewhere at my parents house.

[@DevonaRavenhold]

@@Twistnsine do you remember iridescent Barbie? Her dress was so crinkly, I really miss being a kid!

[@Twistnsine]

@@DevonaRavenholdYes, do you mean Crystal Barbie? I had her too and gosh, that shiny iridescent dress was so dreamy 🥰

[@DevonaRavenhold]

@@Twistnsine Yes, that was her name! Thank you so much, you know even at my current age I almost want to recollect all of my favorites just to have them. I feel like such a hoarder saying that though, lol!

[@angelaengler2387]

I love that hat on Stephanie, it’s so pretty!

[@405Marlena]

The peafowl are adorable stealing crisps.

[@catherinefromchristchurchn6508]

Only 2 now?

[@roseb7525]

Using a tray liner is such a good idea. Thanks, Philip! I love how Marie incorporates her love of flowers with her cooking.

[@elizabethcoffee8436]

Is mummy wearing the dress from the grocery store?! My word you French and English gals can make a simple frock sooooo chic! Oooo la la! 🎉

[@debschmitt761]

Phillip .must have a photographic memory, he always seems to know what patterns match and the quantity you own. Tray liners were beautiful

[@sarahofer4368]

Stephanie, you couldn't be any luckier to have found our Phillip. He's the perfect partner for you and a great help with the Chateau.

[@deanyaschempp]

If you offered a high tea once a month combined with a tour of the chapel and gardens, you could buy lots more tea sets. :-)

[@CleopatraR-ls5dk]

Amazing idea!!!

[@kindlydude]

Lots more work for Marie although ...unless everyone pitches in.

[@privatesuzie4071]

@@deanyaschempp lovely idea, but I can assure you having managed small luxury inns, extra activities like teas, small weddings, extras at meals in the inn, are very hard to put on the kitchen who makes three meals every day, and the guests who have paid well to have access to all of the chateau will not appreciate sharing the space….all extra activities were added only for fully paying guests….that chapel is going to attract a lot of curiosity though!

[@CleopatraR-ls5dk]

I’d love to see how the lalande shop is doing! It’s such a fun time to see how you arrange it and what you are selling :)

[@sindysimms4001]

Stephanie and Isabel looked so cute and French. The men dashing. I loved the chapel you visited.

[@marylieder4257]

Yay! I love watching every night! You're my favorite channel! And I lOVE when you shop at the brocante. In the USA we call them thrift stores. I started a thrifting group with all my friends, and we have a private Facebook group. Once a month, we go out to breakfast or lunch and visit several thrift shops together! I love orchestrating it all. When we get home, we all post photos of our treasures in our Facebook group (we don't always see what each other is buying, because there's usually around 10 of us). We have so much fun!

[@fawnn]

Oh, that sounds like fun. Great idea

[@mhtammi]

That’s sounds like so much fun.

[@mariamargaritagarcia8049]

I want to be part of that group !!! Just kidding. I have health issues and I have decided to stay in the house must of the time. I have someone that brings me flowers and plants once in a while, and I prepare Kokedamas, bonsáis and beautiful flower arrangements to keep my mind busy. There is nothing that I enjoy more than buying rustic and beautiful things for the dining table and kitchen !! Regards from Miami .

[@deniseblackman5229]

The tray runners would be great table runners on a small table

[@legendarytwins-777]

Marie is so talented, she cooks, arranges flowers and seems a good comedian also, and she is so humble, I like her.

[@ValerieBarris-wr5mv]

I REALLY LOVED THE FISH PLATES.

[@beaniecat1980]

Stephanie and Isabelle look so pretty and cute in their hats and dresses. So many pretty items at the brocante. 😊

[@kindlydude]

I thought I saw a Peacock napkin-holder that would have been perfect for "finger foods" when a paper napkin works really well.

[@jennifercampbell7698]

What a wonderful summery day out! Love the interaction between you all. And Stephanie, you looked stunning in your straw hat and also in your dinner outfit. Ooh La La! Belle Cher!❤️❤️

[@katherinep.8919]

Tray liners might be a game changer, how have I been unaware of the concept this long??

[@catherinefromchristchurchn6508]

If one sadly has no tray liner available, one could use a fine linen teatowel as a substitute 😊

[@RonRobertson-lafrance]

I know! And I take some pride in knowing tableware and the like!

[@LA-jf1zn]

🦋 Stephanie the Barbie was Peaches N Cream I had her too. 1984/85 ish. Gosh I loved that doll and her dress. 🦋 Speaking of dresses you looked beautiful in your hat and summer dress. Perfect for a day out. 🤗🦋

[@hahna77]

Me too! She and Crystal Barbie were among my most prized possessions. I always coveted after my cousin's Dream Glow Barbie, but never actually got one of my own. Simpler times.

[@julesm9498]

Same. Recognised the dress instantly, definitely my favourite Barbie.

[@rebeccahickman2713]

I absolutely adore the colors on your bed, the mix of pinks with the red is quite calming.Mummy looks like she’s 20 years younger. Life and Percy are agreeing with her. The hat is wonderful as I said earlier. You look younger than a few years ago.. Must be your younger love of your life..My friends that married men half their age say it definitely has kept them from aging.

[@ericwilliams7949]

So nice to see Marie deep frying the zucchini flowers. I tried my hand at that once using a tempura batter. It's amazing how the flavor of the zucchini comes through. Another great dinner, Marie!

[@CarolChillsCasually]

Love when y’all go antique shopping. Love that you show lovely things you find even tho you won’t buy them. I feel like I’m out shopping with a pal

[@debjyotighosh]

"It is imperative to use a tray liner!" - golden words to live by!

[@deba4537]

Re: tray liners: probably you already know the trick of swiping a very minimal film of water to the tray under the liner, for further protection against slipping? Works like a charm.

[@poppyhh2695]

Those tray liners make me swoon!! The workmanship and variety make each one a treasure. WOW!!

[@robertapascal6962]

I had the Peaches and Creme Barbie, too. I loved the ruffle that also came with the doll and the different ways one could style the dress.

[@gnssgrl]

I forgot about that ruffle! I loved that Barbie too!

[@PennyHarding-yc7bl]

Tray cloths are a lost treasure!

[@sharonothefae]

Those little liquire sets are cute to use for mouthwash in a bathroom, a little jug and a little glass.

[@dianak4461]

Excellent installment. Percy's grin at 9:55 steals the show! The tray liners are amazing.

[@TheFiown]

My mother gave me a couple of 'tea cloths' that look like table cloths but are much finer and lighter as they were made to cover the laid table to protect it until everyone sat down. When I was a student of 18 I saw a gorgeous white on white tablecloth in the window of a junk shop that was shut so I found a piece or paper, scribbled on it 'please keep the table cloth for me' and after wrapping a few coins in it I posted it through the letter box and went back two days later to get it. It is heavily embroidered with thistles (I'm Scottish) and has a deep lace edge. I've never actually used it but still have it.

[@catherinefromchristchurchn6508]

My mother used to hand hem very sheer fabrics to throw over a set table or tray until we were about to sit down. Dust and insect prevention.

[@armymom8378]

I fell over with laughter when Phillip made it rain money !!!!!! Thank you for the laughter !! It has been a terrible day for me and I really needed that ! As always ,Love to all y'all ❤❤❤❤

[@jackfntwist]

Kudos to Phillip for using the word "imperative" to describe tray liners. Lol.

[@MarySchlotter]

Thank you for taking us to the brocante, you all looked so lovely in your hats! The church you took us to where the chapel restorers we’re working was beautiful, I gasped when the little alcove restored in the blue pattern appeared, absolutely exquisite. To think of the details and the artist vision… is mind blowing. Philip I so appreciate your love of beautiful and yet functional things. My mother would put into my lunch box a tea towel so that when I ate my lunch in school I could have it to lay upon my desk. It was pink and white check with ivy leaves and the most beautiful little tea pot in the center. It really made me smile when I saw it and made me think of home as I was not fond of school I would have rather been home playing in the garden with my dog!

[@valerielester7210]

Stephanie your hat is just gorgeous, your dress also looks beautiful. You must remember to let us see your splendid , unique outfits.

[@mandylee9175]

I've never heard the term tray-liners. We called them tray-cloths, as in table cloths but smaller :)

[@SaraLovesYouNC]

Marie's food looks sooooo amazing!

[@Cherishedprints-stationery]

Thank you! I inherited a bunch of little fancy embroidery fabrics, and I didn't know what they were. Tray liners! Now I need trays.

[@catherinefromchristchurchn6508]

Or under bowls, or plates, or plants or vases. Or on dressing tables to put brushes, combs, etc on.😊

[@deniselopez5359]

I noticed there were only 2 baby peachicks. I know the 4th one didn't make it. But what happened to baby #3?

[@helenstella2666]

Loved the brocante visit 😊 & thank you for filming when your hearts are still so sad ❤️

[@sallysampson628]

I am so lost on Saturday nights without the LaLanders!! Marie, your meals are quite simply ‘art forms’ on a plate? My late Mother always used tray liners which belonged to her Mother and beautifully embroidered. When I carry my 4 glasses of water etc up to bed the glasses slide all over so I am determined to find some myself!! Philip has sublime taste! I love your dress Stephanie. I think your Mother/Mummy is so beautiful and delightful and Percy tries very hard!!! The Brocantes have so much I’d love to buy especially the pretty blue tea set? It’s good to see you have a full house with your lovely guests. Hope Davy returns soon!! Is the elusive Nick with his lovely family? This has made me very happy as always. And now I must go to bed, it’s very late here in Devon, UK and I’m naughty because I should be able to wait until morning…. 😏 but I can’t!!!!! 😳😅😅☀️💐🍦🍦🙅‍♀️🙅‍♀️🥰 All of the vlogs are just super.

[@melissacoelho8413]

❤️

[@sallyjohnson3381]

So good to see Maria happy and she is doing an amazing job 🎉❤

[@beebe7477]

Philip is the most cultured renaissance man I know!! 😌

[@TarnishedTreasures1]

I had that same Barbie. She was called peaches and cream. a few years ago I found one new in the box for $10 at an antique store.

[@Kels0423]

Blasphemy to put a Barbie dress on a Brat doll! I had it too, it was called Peaches & Cream Barbie! 🙂

[@maurawhelan3530]

Not sure if Stephanie and Phillips bantering over breakfast in bed or Marie’s sweat talking or sweet mommy and Percy is my favorite. So much joy you bring…

[@barbiec4312]

We look forward to your show every evening. Like hanging out with old family and friends. Thank you!

[@vickielibby7006]

I think the little jug and 2 cups would be cute. ❤And the blue tea set for the gazebo 😊

[@JM-wg7ow]

I think that hole in the tray cloth might be for a napkin to go in,they are all very pretty lovely to see you both again your dinner looked fabulous ❤

[@Ambers_Team]

Hani is so stunning 😍 She looks so much like Mummy and Steph, she could be the little sister. 😂

[@lilyrose5806]

The slit in the tray liner is for a napkin for a breakfast tray

[@lindsayholden5959]

Oh I thought it was to slideaway and hide unwanted foods, as not to offend the host 😂 hahaha just kidding it is for a serviette.

[@judyrocks1000]

The little orange cassolettes that I always make French onion soup in mine

[@melissacoelho8413]

Also to bake or heat a small brie in

[@reladie]

Stephanie, did you see Michael P's haul of SPODE?

[@Kiwichick138]

wasn't it spectacular!? He got such an amazing find/deal there.

[@bevmc5061]

Philip is such a grandma 😊😂😂

[@Cymindis]

Philip could make his own trey liners using the embroidery machine!

[@juliacobb4355]

Gosh that restoration is gorgeous!! Tray liners are a life saver. I use them. I have almost as many linens for the table as Philip does. A napkin goes in the slit of the placemat! The meal looks fabulous, Marie❤️

[@janetg1691]

Thank you again for bringing us along.

[@charmees6637]

Lovely Brocanting, wow! Philip always gets great bargains. Another amazing meal by Maree love the fact she uses alo5 of fresh produce from the garden ❤

[@MsCanadianpie]

Did I just spot the Elusive Nick at the end of the vlog? 😮

[@pattypowers9467]

Not likely, Nick is older - probably late 40's, as Stephanie gave us a peek recently of an old photo of him. The young man did give an interesting stare though. Lol

[@ronniemensch2400]

The tray cloth, that has the slit is known as cut work. The probably used a buttonhole or blanket stitch in two rows leaving a space between them in order to cut the design. I too love embroidery and it is being lost these days as young people are not interested in learning the needlecrafts. I have some of my mother's and my grandmothers work, which would make the pieces over 60+ yrs old, as I am 72. All the tray cloths are beautiful but I particularly like the blue flowered one with the cut work.

[@kimkerley4218]

I absolutely go crazy about embroidery! I think the slit in the one tray liner is to hook over a handle or edge etc. Fantastic! ❤❤❤

[@MrCocoriver]

mama s blue dress does look great just the right fit and style

[@Dawn-w8j]

That dress might be the prettiest piece of clothing I've ever seen 😍

[@heatherwhite2788]

Those little handled casseroles are great for reheating a serving of leftovers, like risotto, or for baking an egg as you suggested. I bake mine with a bit of ham and cheese

[@catherinefromchristchurchn6508]

You could use them to serve dip to go with the peachicks chips!

[@lindacox3062]

Steph, the dress makes me think of Cuba!!!

[@jerridavis6462]

Enjoyed from Texas!

[@cheryldingley4546]

All so beautiful - the table decor, the food and you look stunning Stephanie.❤️

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

That hat!!!! Tres chic!!!

[@3_3645]

I saw in a magazine - vintage cottage- a nice way to display a napkin, folded in thirds the length then above a charger that was wicker then the main dish. A nice way to display for an outside meal. What kind of mattress did you purchase, a mattress protector will help with any warranty. Glad you got a new mattress, it's actually recommend every 10 years. And rotate the mattress every now and then. I like that you don't have to worry about navigating stairs. And it looks firm but soft which I prefer. When I got a new mattress I also slept like a baby. What a difference especially with new types of mattresses, the only draw back is sheets deep enough for the new thicker mattresses. The watering yolk with two buckets would be nice to display in the garden room. Cheers

[@blakehahn-atlantaga8510]

What a beautiful episode!! Thank you!

[@bethanya99]

I LOVE THAT TABLE SETTLING.

[@hollybeeme]

Phillip, I collect vintage and antique linens and use them too! I only sleep on embroidered pillowcases, especially those with Madeira work in light blue or white with cutwork and freshly ironed (I don’t mind maintaining them) and my other antiques passion? Porcelain! Someday I hope to come visit you and Stephanie at LaLande and we have to go brocanting! I do enjoy it when everyone heads out to go antiquing! 😊

[@JamesClark-i8z]

Lovely to see the statue of St Jean Marie Vianney in the pulpit for his feast day of 4th August. He was famous for his sermons as parish priest of Ars, near Lyon.

[@joannedavidman6773]

what fun love that these brocantes happens. Percy looks so good.

[@micheledavies1665]

I stayed at Hotel de Berry in Aigurande recently and didn’t visit the chapel across the road. It looks so amazing, thank you for showing it. I hope to go back and see it next year.

[@rickyt3961]

Thank you Stephanie! 🏰🦚

[@A222Z]

Your channel is very educational-> I enjoy the info, the decluttering & your shopping ventures.. and much, much more.😊

[@rolo4945]

I’ve got the same tablecloth from Antananarivo ❤️❤️❤️my mum has the matching tray cloths ❤❤ hand stitched, love Madagascar.

[@legendarytwins-777]

that hat at 3:52 on Steph is really beautiful on her.

[@nicarazzi]

I was once a waitress. Yes, those tray liners are the best. We used to use little paper rounds. I like how you both can have different tastes but still purchase what you like. So important. I would’ve bought that glass frame too, but so much more 😁

[@northernstarhomestead469]

Phillip finds tray liners & Stephanie thinks of ALLLLL the lovely foods she can nibble on....and whiskey soda to boot. 😂🎉 Of ALL the treasures Phillip has brought home, that was my favorite exchange. ❤

[@PeterOlsen-c2u]

Stephanie oh how French in that hat, beautiful !