Hello my little "Prairie Friends"......
Here I go again....like a pesky little bee buzzing and buzzing...
But I have to let you know about a giveaway from
You might know that Anne Marie and Jason's home is featured in
ROMANTIC PRAIRIE STYLE
(above-little insert) Anne Marie and I taking a break (notice the shoeless fashion statement!!) after carrying bales of hay and furniture outdoors to set up one of the shots. Thank you Anne Marie, I could not have done it without you!
(Below) A very limited peek at some of the photos from NA-DA FARM shots for
Romantic Prairie Style
(all photos by Mark Lohman)
....and an even smaller excerpt from the Na-da Farm chapter......
"Spring flies in on the wings of the songbird, vegetables fresh from the potager herald summer, golden grass and milkweed's silken seeds signal fall. Even winter's chilling winds and ice storms provide beauty and enjoyment when the old barn's foundation becomes a skating rink for the family. With every passing year, life on Na-Da farm comes full circle........"
BUT what you might not know is that Anne Marie is hosting one of her spectacular events this coming May.
The NOT-TO-BE-MISSED happening will take place on
May 20th from 5-8pm and May 21st from 10-2pm
on the grounds of the famous farm. But, you MUST be aware of ANNE MARIE'S warning:
"I, Anne Marie, am not responsible for any overdose of sugar from my organic carrot cupcakes, or the mega chocolate filled cupcakes with chocolate frosting."
I, for one, am looking forward to "overdose" on these goodies since I will be there to do a
Romantic Prairie Style book signing.
I do hope you will be able to come and enjoy the festivities.
Until then: ta-ta!
Don't forget to check ANNE MARIE'S BLOG........
I can't wait to see everything. I am so excited for her! Nada is going to be amazing this year!
Posted by: Jennifer Rizzo | February 01, 2011 at 03:12 AM
Lovely Lovely Lovely!
Oh, I so hope you have a signing in the Tampa Bay area also! One of my dreams is to meet the Fabulously Sweet Miss Fifi!!!
Have a blessed day!
Jackie
Posted by: Jackie | February 01, 2011 at 03:14 AM
OHHHH MY !!!! Fifi, I don't think I've ever seen anything like this- so very sweet and cozy.. I am DYING here!
I'm running over to sign up for the give-away- I've already ordered my copy on amazon and I can't wait to get it in my hands!!!!!!
Love to you angel,
JO
Posted by: Jo | February 01, 2011 at 03:43 AM
thank you so much for the sneak peek. anne marie is an amazing woman. i am looking forward to meeting you at the sale.
Posted by: Traci | February 01, 2011 at 04:53 AM
This would be a dream to attend the Na Da Farm event! Meet you and Anne Marie, wow, what fun! I can't wait to get this book, the photos are divine :)
Blessings
Becky C
Posted by: Becky C | February 01, 2011 at 05:12 AM
Just beautiful, can't wait to get a copy of the book. Im rushing right over to Anne Marie's blog.
Fifi, just wanted to tell you I received my giveaway gift of the two prints from McCharles House and they are so lovely. Thank you so much for offering these unique prints. And to top it off, Vivian called me personally to tell me they were shipping the prints. What a treat.
Thank you again.
Hugs
Ginger
Posted by: ginger | February 01, 2011 at 05:31 AM
Finally there is something going on close enough to get to if all goes as planed I wouldn't miss it even if I have to walk there....can't wait.
Pattie
Posted by: Pattie | February 01, 2011 at 05:38 AM
I cannot wait to get my Book! I am redecorating a couple of rooms and know I will find inspiration galore from looking at your previews. I would love to go to one of the Nada Farm sales and have put this on my bucket list but am going to Los Angeles in May. One day I will make it and shop among all the other Nada Farm sale groupies!
Posted by: sherryhicks | February 01, 2011 at 06:15 AM
Oh, Fifi I could feel the excitement of your book coming through your blog:) Will you be coming to the East Coast for a book signing? Will you be listing the signings on your blog?
~Debra xxx
Capers of the vitage vixens
Posted by: Debra | February 01, 2011 at 06:28 AM
AHHHHH How gorgeous!!
Thank you for showing us
a sneak peek !
xoxo
Lori
Posted by: Lori Avery | February 01, 2011 at 06:32 AM
Thanks for the heads up, Fifi! Hope your book tour brings you East (hint hint). Love your fashion posts.
C'est ravissant!
Bisous,
Sandy @ My Shabby Streamside Studio
http://myshabbystreamsidestudio.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Sandy @ My Shabby Streamside Studio | February 01, 2011 at 06:45 AM
Oh, such beauty in photo and prose! ~ Angela
Posted by: angela | February 01, 2011 at 06:47 AM
What a fun book signing event! Thank you for the sneak peeks, I can't wait to get my hands on your new book!
Debbie
Posted by: My Shabby Roses | February 01, 2011 at 07:46 AM
I am so excited for you and Anne Marie! Ohhh how I wish I could be there! I would love to meet anne marie in person, we have chatted on the phone a few times and she seems so special! I would love an overdose of sugar! This baby is craving it! Miss you! Hugs lulu
Posted by: Lu Tapp | February 01, 2011 at 07:51 AM
well my little chickie, Fifi ... it's almost most one year since our first email ... which in the end brought you to the burbs ...
still pinching myself.
Clearly, I won't need a signed copy ..winkwink
we ARE putting together the press release for the Chicago Tribune for the signing at Scentimental Gardens ... it will be another week to remember.
I adore you.
Posted by: cityfarmer | February 01, 2011 at 08:36 AM
Hi Fifi...i have been by Anne marie....and follow here beautiful blog now...their is a link on my blog for this give away and i hope it is for Dutch girls !!! and i my a dream of me to have a sign book of you you now that !!! come to my party darling !! i have also a give away !!!,....love love love Ria...xxx...
Posted by: It's Me | February 01, 2011 at 08:41 AM
Hellooooo Fifi...
CoNGraTuLaTioNs on YOUR Book!!! The sneak-peeks are soooo inviting... I have been graciously invited by Anne Marie to Sell My CHiPPy!-SHaBBy! Finds @ the Na Da Farm Event in May!*!*! I soooo look forward to meeting you and experiencing the whole magical event...
Jeanine, ChiPPy!-SHaBBy!
Posted by: Jeanine Burkhardt | February 01, 2011 at 09:13 AM
Hi Fifi!
I've already signed up for Anne Marie's fabulous giveaway! I loved getting a sneak peak at the feature of her home in your book. The exerpt is beautiful, too. I didn't know they use their barn as an ice skating rink in the winter... how FUN!!
I would so love to go to Anne Marie's Big May Event, but it's just too far away. :( I'll enjoy reading about it on her blog afterwards though. :)
Have a wonderful week, Fifi!
xoxo,
Jo
Posted by: Jo ~ Secret Garden | February 01, 2011 at 09:21 AM
Hi beautiful Fifi!! I cant wait to get your book!! Fingers crossed I can make it to her fabulous event with some friends!!;) Hugs,Rachel
www.shabbyfrenchforme.blogspot.com
Posted by: Rachel @French Farmhouse 425 | February 01, 2011 at 12:28 PM
Those pictures are so beautiful! I love this style!
Thanks for sharing! Nina.
Posted by: Nina | February 01, 2011 at 12:39 PM
Hi Fifi...the thought of spring around the corner and your beautiful book in April is what is helping this New England Girl get through winter!
I have been so inspired by farmhouse style and these wonderful blog women on the prairie that I have been doing mini makeovers in my home. I am showing one off tomorrow and would love for you to come by and take a peek!
Posted by: Sandi ~ A Cottage Muse | February 01, 2011 at 01:56 PM
Hello sweet Fifi! Oh this sound so exciting! The pictures look deelish! Chocolate overdose! Yum sign me up! Giggle! Thank you for sharing.
Squishy hugs,
Olivia
ps
Stop by and say hi when you get a chance!
Posted by: Olivia Parazine | February 01, 2011 at 02:06 PM
That looks like a romantic style book that I would absolutely LOVE! You are such a tease just showing a tiny bit. Where is Nada farm located? Please tell us more.
Danielle
Posted by: My Blessed Serendipity Life | February 01, 2011 at 02:18 PM
hi Fifi,
i'll be attending the event in may at Nada Farm and i just can't wait to meet you and Ann Marie!
Posted by: sorta fairytale girl | February 01, 2011 at 03:05 PM
Just wanted to let you know I posted on my blog about my winning on your wonderful giveaway. Thought you might like to look at it. Thanks again so much.
Hugs
Ginger
Posted by: ginger | February 01, 2011 at 04:21 PM
I think that is the sweetest thing...both you and Anne Marie have a mutual admiration for each other. I have just put her blog on my home page and it is right along side of yours. Isn't it refreshing to meet people that you find a kindred spirit with. Can't wait to get this book, it is going to be just wonderfully awesome.
Posted by: Susan | February 01, 2011 at 04:44 PM
How wonderful!
~elaine~
Posted by: Elaine L. | February 01, 2011 at 11:52 PM
GASP!
how lovely! i am seriously swooning over the slipcovered chair and the text you have pulled to display is like poetry!
have a carrot muffin for me! or 2 ...
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | February 02, 2011 at 06:12 AM
Dear Fifi,
the book looks as wonderful as I thought it would be! I cannot wait to get my copy. Congrats again. Will look into seeing if I can make the event at Na Da Farm. thanks...
Karen
Posted by: Karen | February 02, 2011 at 07:12 AM
Thanks for the peak at the book... i love the way the photo of the arm chair sitting outside with the candles makes me feel.. it reminds me of some wonderful warm night from the past... like some vague memory...
looking over your blog, and love your clothes... especially that you took an old piece of a nightgown and made a headband.. i love to do stuff like that... i have a pretty floral blouse that i found at the thrift store that was waaay to small, and i made it a scarf, i wonder if anyone really even notices the armholes?! i cut and tear fabric i like from things all the time! It's so cool that you do too!
Cindy
Posted by: Cindy | February 02, 2011 at 10:54 AM
Fifi, Sometimes life just seems just right doesn't it. I am so happy you are having such fun!
Have a pretty day!
Kristin
Posted by: Kristin@bringing Pretty Back | February 02, 2011 at 03:19 PM
FIFI, you are so pretty frontward or backward.
love ya
Posted by: Lynda Dishner | February 03, 2011 at 05:37 AM
Wonderful photos !!! I can't wait anymore !!! Thank you for showing us this little peak !
Have a great weekend Fifi !
Posted by: Tania - Grange de Charme | February 04, 2011 at 01:45 AM
Quel merveilleux billet encore une fois ! les photos de cette ferme sont si jolies !
J'aimerais m'asseoir dans ce superbe fauteuil campagnard !
Belle soirée !
Posted by: Solène | February 04, 2011 at 07:35 AM
I just discovered your lovely blog. I'm just new into blogging & have just finished off my own blog on fashion & interior design.
http://scrapbook-melissah.blogspot.com/
I had a lot of fun putting it together maybe you would like to check it out if you have a spare minute.
x
Melissah
Posted by: Melissah | February 07, 2011 at 12:01 PM
Hi Fifi,
I just adore Ann Marie and have "dropped my name into the basket" but so many lovely ladies have dropped their name in too..so last night I ordered a copy of "Romantic Prairie Style" for myself. I can't wait to read to cover to cover, over and over again and dream a little day dream of day visiting the prairie.
I will be thinking of you and Ann Marie as you enjoy your book signing in May.
I know " Romantic Prairie Style" will be a sweet success for you.
Big hugs, Elizabeth
Posted by: Elizabeth Marchus | February 09, 2011 at 12:13 PM
Hello Fifi!
I simply adore what you do! The book looks beyond wonderful! I will be getting a copy for sure!
Love your blog as well.....so fun and happy!
Beth
Posted by: Beth | February 09, 2011 at 09:16 PM
From what you've shown, Mr. Lohman's photos are spectacular! I love your romantic style, and can't wait to own a copy of your book.
Posted by: Mitzi Curi | February 11, 2011 at 07:47 AM
Hi FiFi,
I cant wait for your book to get here ... Looks like a fun time in May ...those organic carrote cupcakes ... yuuuummm... sure wish I could be there ... Hope all is well with you ...
HUGS
JO
Posted by: JO | February 15, 2011 at 08:14 PM
Wow, it looks absolutely gorgeous..!
I wonder if it´s are available here in Sweden :)
Your blog is awsome!
xxx
Mia
Posted by: Ma | February 16, 2011 at 02:44 AM
Hi Fifi. I'm so glad that you're going to be at the NaDa Sale this year! Anne Marie hosts one of the best occassional sales ever (and she doesn't act a bit like she knows it). And the vendors for Spring are so incredibly talented. I can't even believe that I get to be one of them again. SO looking forward to meeting you in person. Have a beautiful weekend.
Blessings... Polly
Posted by: Counting Your Blessings | February 18, 2011 at 10:57 AM
Hi Fifi,
I just wanted to say I love your blog and you, you are so talented! Your home and style are to die for! Please enter me in your give away. Congrats on your new book, I can tell how excited you are. I look forward to seeing and reading the book from cover to cover. If you get the time I would love for you to stop by my little blog and say hello. Have a wonderful Sunday.
Lorene
The Gilded Cherub
Posted by: Lorene | February 20, 2011 at 08:14 AM
Chère Fifi, en me promenant dans vos pages et en regardant vos photos, je n'ai pu m'empêcher de penser à l'atelier des Ours. Je pense que leur collection vous plairait. Ne vous arrêtez pas aux couleurs sombres des modèles d'hiver et faites un tour dans leurs pages. Voici le lien: http://atelierdesours.canalblog.com/
From Paris,
Chloé
PS Je n'ai aucun lien avec eux mais vraiment votre style m'évoque le leur. Ce qu'ils font est si délicieusement romantique!
Posted by: Mme de Thil | February 22, 2011 at 12:44 AM
Just found you...cannot wait to pick up this book! Looks fabulous :) Kim
Posted by: Cottage Coastal Store, Inc ~ Kim | February 25, 2011 at 10:51 AM
Hello. Hope you're well. I posted some master bedroom and bathroom redo photos of my home on my blog and Elyse from Rhode Island/Tinkered Treasures recommended I send you a link to my blog. Let me know if you can use my photos!
Posted by: Cindy Roberts | March 05, 2011 at 09:20 PM
will be there...can't wait!!
Posted by: Stacey@A Sort Of Fairytale | March 06, 2011 at 08:22 PM
Fifi, I'm very happy that you're pursuing your many other interests, and giving up only one miniscule interest. Which simply means that you're going to be all over the map to follow - yay! You won't disappear from the world of romantic decorating - whew! Best of luck to you! On another note, purchased your book "Romantic Prairie Style". Love, love, love it. It is definitely a keeper. Also, what are "prairie pretties?" A clothing line? Home accessories? Do tell. Thank you ma'am.
Christine Karie
East Windsor, CT
Posted by: Christine Karie | March 25, 2011 at 04:23 PM