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Wednesday, July 29, 2009

"shagreen" and bear it


pve design artwork ~ shagreen clutch for j.mclaughlin
Nothing like having a little shagreen accessory to clasp onto.  Shagreen has such a pretty look, and I have always admired it from afar.  Why don't ya "shagreen" and bear it?  Do you have a shagreen snuff box or clutch?
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21 comments:

  1. Things That InspireJuly 29, 2009 at 4:13 AM

    The title of this post caught my eye - my most recent post features the most magnificent collection of shagreen!

    What a vibrant painting.

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  2. DebraJuly 29, 2009 at 6:34 AM

    I love the feel of shagreen. I have a tiny box that was my Grandmother's-a treasure. I shall shagreen and bear this humid weather today.....

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  3. Purple FlowersJuly 29, 2009 at 6:55 AM

    Unfortunately, no shagreen for me.

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  4. pve designJuly 29, 2009 at 7:54 AM

    Things that inspire,
    of course I hopped over to see your exquisite post featuring some the most magnificent collection of shagreen, there is something about the color that I find so soothing. Things that inspire me are comments from stylista's like you!
    Thanks!
    pve

    Deb-
    show us your tiny heirloom.
    pve

    purple,
    the only shagreen I have is in my illustration.
    pve

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  5. The TownhouseladyJuly 29, 2009 at 8:51 AM

    *sigh* Oh how I love shagreen.

    One day...

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  6. KwanaJuly 29, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    I don't, but now I need some in my life. LOL.

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  7. GrannySmithGreenJuly 29, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    I've got a shagreen picture frame. It adds just the right touch! I adore the texture and can't keep my hands off of it.

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  8. KarenaJuly 29, 2009 at 10:17 AM

    Yes, I had just read the Things that Inspire post. I only wish I had something wonderful out of shagreen, a purse, a box!

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  9. JoyceJuly 29, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    No shagreen in this corner, but I do love the illustration. xoxo

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  10. AnonymousJuly 29, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    I like the sea creature aspect of your illustration. cute stingray. Thanks for sharing.

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  11. annechovieJuly 29, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    I don't have anything that's shagreen, but it is pretty and you have done a lovely illustration of it!

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  12. The 5 BickiesJuly 29, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    I love your work for J. McLaughlin. I am going to have to go to their website and check out the shagreen.

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  13. AnonymousJuly 29, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    Well, I've learned something new today. Before this post I'd never seen nor heard the word shagreen. But now that I'm in the know, I can appreciate your sea-themed illustration alluding to the shark skin. When I first saw the word, the first thing I thought of was "chagrin" which brings up another connection: La Peau de Chagrin. Peau = Skin in French, which again alludes to the shark skin. So I wasn't too far off in my ignorance! Even without the understanding, my eyes are still drawn to your artwork:)

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  14. home before darkJuly 29, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    The color is delicious but the pun was splendid.

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  15. pve designJuly 29, 2009 at 3:12 PM

    Carey & Home before dark---
    Both you fine ladies really need to join the blog world..jump in..the water is great!
    (I always love both of your comments!)
    pve

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  16. UnknownJuly 29, 2009 at 6:14 PM

    Such a pretty illustration! I don't have any shagreen but what I've always found so interesting is that the name derives from the french word chagrin meaning "sorrow" . The books and bags covered with it are usually so beautiful.

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  17. jaeJuly 29, 2009 at 8:01 PM

    way back when, i worked for an interior design firm that sold an amazing collection of accessories. the shagreen boxes and frames were definitely one of the best sellers. however, none in my corner. should have bought one of the boxes back then.

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  18. Kelsey B.July 29, 2009 at 8:23 PM

    My favorite clothing brand of all time!

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  19. ClarityJuly 30, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    I feel a tad curious having no idea what "shagreen" is, sounds interesting, off I go to yahoo.

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  20. Summer is a VerbJuly 30, 2009 at 4:48 PM

    You know I love your J. McL work...XXOO

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  21. Jaimee McClellanJuly 30, 2009 at 8:06 PM

    Oh, I just love the ad and such a clever title!

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