Monthly archives for December, 2012

Antiques & Christmas~2012 and Winner of the Giveaway…

Antique Letter EngravingWell, the plans I had in mind for our family this Christmas were a bit more grand than what we finally realized.  I ended up a week before Christmas at the doctors’ office for the third time this month battling bronchitis, and you know that I was just too busy for that!  Finally I was forced to admit the limitations of my human form and resort to bed rest, but not before I had a chance to do at least some decorations. I had to give up my idea of our traditional gourmet home-cooked menu this year. Thank God for Whole Foods which helped us fulfill some of the holiday fare, as well as John and Rebecca’s immeasurable help to make the few last days of celebration undeniably special~ in spite of my sorry state.  I did somehow manage to take some photos, which are below…

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Antique Christmas Decor and Accessories

And now we would like to thank you all for following our blog and especially to those who commented and entered our giveaways.  We appreciate each and every one of your visits and responses.  As always, we hope to continue to bring more inspiring photos, stories and ideas in the coming year.

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Antique Christmas Decor and Accessories

Antique Christmas Decor and Accessories

We randomly selected an entrant and have contacted them by email. If they do not reply, we’ll generate another winner. 

The winner of our contest for the charming Antique Pewter Tureen is…

Karen!

Antique Pewter TureenWe appreciate all our amazing customers for their patronage, inspiration, friendships and continuing support.  We’re grateful to all the bloggers, magazines, and new friends that have helped to spread the word about us, and are appreciative and honored by that increased visibility and great coverage. Our thanks go out to all new followers, and we love to hear feedback about our articles, photo-shoots and blogs.  Please keep those comments coming as they help us to grow and improve.

Our families at Inessa Stewart’s Antiques & Interiors hope that you all had a wonderful Christmas and we wish you Happy Holidays and the best for the New Year.  May we start 2013 with new inspirations and a fresh attitude.  Lastly, may we grow professionally and personally.  As ancient Roman poet Horace said ~  “Carpe diem! Rejoice while you are alive; enjoy the day; live life to the fullest; make the most of what you have. It is later than you think.”

Happy New Year!

All the best from our team at Inessa Stewart’s Antiques & Interiors!

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Antiques in Style ~ Giving the Splendor of Collecting

Antique Letter EngravingIt is the season to surround your home with objects of which we are fond, and also the time to give beautiful things to the people we love.   I believe that antique- inspired accents and accessories lend a continental charm to our holiday settings and gifts.  With them we can create memories that will be warmly recalled and shared with dear friends and family.  Many of these antique treasures are “once in a lifetime” occurrences, and by their sheer beauty become memorable tokens of Holiday generosity.  We have been fortunate to be part of these celebrations with our clients and friends for over 22 years, spreading the spirit of Christmas with antique and unique gifts creatively crafted from around the world.

Antique Accessoires

Antique Christmas Accessories

My most recent article in December’s Grand Luxe Magazine talks about adding a dash of ambiance to your gift giving.  At this time I hope it gives you extra inspiration for a glorious Holiday Season… 

Antiques In Style - Inessa Stewart Grand Luxe

Antiques In Style - Inessa Stewart Grand Luxe

To add to this season’s excitement we are receiving our new holiday shipment from Europe this Friday December 21, 2012!  We will be working like little elves at our Design District showroom in Dallas on the corner of Oak Lawn and Dragon.

Antique Christmas Accessories

Antiques and Antique AccessoriesAntiques and Antique AccessoriesCome see the store brimming with fabulous new arrivals and share our excitement and jubilance. If you would like to preview the shipment online, click here. 

Culinary Antiques and Antique Accessories

“I will honor Christmas in my heart and try to keep it all year.” ~ Charles Dickens

Inessa Stewart's Antiques

Antique Pewter Tureen Giveaway

Antique Letter EngravingAs we gather around our dining tables to celebrate the season we look for memorable antique accessories to symbolize this special time with our family and friends.  Our Holiday Giveaway continues in this spirit with an antique pewter tureen, carol-inspired and topped with a pear finial as if it were perfectly designed for our very own Holiday table!

Antique Pewter Tureen Christmas Giveaway

Celebrating the twelve days of Christmas will be eloquently enhanced by the charm of this antique pewter centerpiece.  On our antique buying trips we seek out these precious culinary antiques which can add so much to our daily lives and seasonal celebrations.  These antique accessories were wonderfully created to take center stage at any time of the year, resulting in memories that will be warmly recalled and shared with family and friends for many seasons to come.

Antique Tureen Christmas Giveaway Closeup

I hope this charming centerpiece will add to your dearest family’s celebrations for years to come!

To enter, just comment below and like us on Facebook! For extra entries, follow us on Pinterest and Twitter and share this post on Facebook.

(Entrants must reside in the continental United States. The winner will be selected randomly.)

We will announce the winner at the end of next week! Check back with us frequently on FacebookTwitter, and our Blog for future giveaways, sales, and new arrivals!

 

 Merry Christmas to All!

 Inessa Stewart's Antiques and Interiors

 Inessa Stewart

Antiques in Style is a source of joy for me to create, and hopefully will be a source of inspiration for you! The variety, artistry and history of the antiques and vintage pieces that surround us every day provide pleasure, beauty and sometimes even intrigue.

The classics never go out of style, and each era, country, and even artisan's interpretations create an environment that is always full of surprises.

It is truly a pleasure to bring such timeless style together for every client and follower of my blog. And of course, your input is always welcome!

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