Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Marché aux Puces, St-Ouen V


Perhaps this delightful little treasure-trove should be called
Le Cavern d'Ali Baba*

This sweet friend, originally from Spain, has lived in Paris with her husband for over 30 years.  I have been to see her on almost every visit to Paris, but we may miss each other on this trip. 
Surely, I do not have to explain that to you.

*a reference from French friend Isabelle when she first saw my art studio!

Marché aux Puces, St-Ouen
Porte de Clignancourt
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24 comments:

  1. Sylvia KMarch 27, 2012 at 12:32 AM

    A delightful looking place and, no, you don't have to explain a thing, Genie! And I know you're having a great time!!

    Hugs
    Sylvia

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  2. martinealisonMarch 27, 2012 at 1:19 AM

    Le bonheur de fouiner...
    Je suis certaine de trouver là mon bonheur...
    gros bisous

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  3. Shane PollardMarch 27, 2012 at 2:48 AM

    Thankyou Genie another great address for my French trip = thank you!
    You'll be getting withdrawal symptoms if you have to leave all these off your list!!!!
    x
    Shane

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  4. NicolaMarch 27, 2012 at 3:22 AM

    Ooh! I could spend some time (and money!) in there. I will have to go and hunt it out. I wonder where you will visit today...?

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  5. Cezar and LéiaMarch 27, 2012 at 5:02 AM

    I would love to visit this store! :)
    Léia

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  6. Sam Hoffer / My Carolina KitchenMarch 27, 2012 at 6:52 AM

    What an interesting store. So many things to discover here.
    Sam

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  7. RuthMarch 27, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    Heaven! I visited a store at les Puces like this, with tables piled high with vintage fabrics. I think we must have bought the store out to bring back to our daughter who was a fibers minor in art school, and crafty.

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  8. MMarch 27, 2012 at 7:26 AM

    Delightful! I look forward to returning and hunting for treasure in here again some day. I love it in B&W -- some how it adds to the mystery of what one may find here. It is truly from a fairy tale!

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  9. MMarch 27, 2012 at 7:38 AM

    iPad operator error --- accidentally touched the publish button --- rest of comment:
    I can't imagine why shopping for hours is not on your list this time! I hope you and D are taking in all the "Paris is for lovers" sites, sights, sounds, smells and favors. A picnic on the green chairs ... Hmmm, divine! Enjoy ma chère amie!

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  10. MMarch 27, 2012 at 7:38 AM

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  11. brattcatMarch 27, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    indeed, you do not.

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  12. La BrocanteuseMarch 27, 2012 at 12:25 PM

    Merci! Oh this is for me thank you! Sigh...... Colette X

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  13. MalyssMarch 27, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    The kind of place I like!
    Makes me remember of some kids rooms.. :o)

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  14. PatMarch 27, 2012 at 12:56 PM

    Fun place...I must exercise extreme self control in such surroundings.

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  15. AnonymousMarch 27, 2012 at 1:51 PM

    Oh my word! This would definitely be my kind of place. I love vintage linens, and collectibles. You would have to drag me out of this place!

    Hoping you are having a great time~

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  16. JeanMarch 27, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    This is one of the places I would like to visit. I have so many pieces of vintage french fabric, but I never have enouogh. I will go to this market some day. Love the picture.

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  17. This is BelgiumMarch 27, 2012 at 3:24 PM

    Love the " bazaar " .. no no explaining necessary !! very very clear to me :)
    I also have a Alabama man ( ha ha)
    ..not really implying that French or Belgians would outdo them...
    bonnes vacances !
    anni

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  18. AlexaMarch 27, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Definitely no explanation necessary—I'd have to spend waaay too much time here myself. Can't wait to hear about some of the places you've chosen to enjoy together though (don't hold back—I can take it).

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  19. Genie -- Paris and BeyondMarch 27, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    Well, the weather could not be any more beautiful than today! We started out with a leisurely visit to Parc Bercy and Village Bercy, a bit off the beaten track. We even got a little snuggle on a bench in this very green, very quiet park. (shhhhh)

    We enjoyed un café with Peter before hoping the Metro to Buttes aux Cailles and a fun local place there for lunch. We wandered the streets before parting. Late afternoon found us at Bon Marché in both stores. I was even able to steal a few photos in the main store though I did not dare in the Epicerie. We finished the day in the shops of Place Maubert with a final purchase of warm baquettes at Eric Kayser.

    We watched the sun slip softly away from another day in Paris, and await its return tomorrow.

    Oh, I brought a red lock with our names and date...... Will fill you in on that later.

    Bises,
    Genie

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  20. LindaMarch 27, 2012 at 5:51 PM

    Delightful place.

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  21. VirginiaMarch 27, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    So there's no heat at the flea? Well maybe that accounts for the lack of vendors in the winter!!!

    Glad you're having fun. Eat a warm baguette pour moi! Waaaaaaa
    V

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  22. VirginiaMarch 27, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    So there's no heat at the flea? Well maybe that accounts for the lack of vendors in the winter!!!

    Glad you're having fun. Eat a warm baguette pour moi! Waaaaaaa
    V

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  23. VirginiaMarch 27, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    So there's no heat at the flea? Well maybe that accounts for the lack of vendors in the winter!!!

    Glad you're having fun. Eat a warm baguette pour moi! Waaaaaaa
    V

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  24. VreniMarch 28, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    A warm baguette, my mouth is watering!!!

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Merci for your comments!