Where to buy genuine Provencial fabrics in Paris
Sep 10th, 2009, 11:35 AM
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Where to buy genuine Provencial fabrics in Paris
I am in Paris (7th) and have been searching for days for kitchen linens from Provence. Any suggestions on where to buy? Any suggestions are welcome!
Sep 10th, 2009, 11:56 AM
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You can find authentic Souleiado fabrics at this address: 3 rue Lobineau, 6e. Phone o1-43-54-62-25 or visit their web site at www.souleiado.fr
These are expensive, but absolutely authentic.
These are expensive, but absolutely authentic.
Sep 10th, 2009, 12:09 PM
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Thank you. I am getting a "site under construction" page when I visit that link. Did it work for you? I will definitely check them out in person tomorrow. The one shop I found today had fabric that was lovely, but made in india.
Sep 10th, 2009, 12:11 PM
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This is the information I have -- not sure if still current, however:
Les Olivades 95 rue de Seine & also 1 rue de Tournon
This is from a post on this website or another:
Jacquard Francais, Garnier Thibaut, Varenne, Claude Tissage are some brands. Lots of napkins, a couple of table cloths, some tea towels, shower mits. The stores where I bought these items were BHV, Tuile a Loup, Maison de Famille, Comptoir de Famille, Noyez Noi. One place that I found at the end of the week, and just refused to spend more money, is Simrane, at the intersection of rue Jacob and rue Bonaparte.
Too bad you don't have time to go to Provence and get to some markets!!!
Enjoy the hunt! Let us know what and where you find goodies so we'll know where to go when next in Paris!
Enjoy!
joy/luvparee
Les Olivades 95 rue de Seine & also 1 rue de Tournon
This is from a post on this website or another:
Jacquard Francais, Garnier Thibaut, Varenne, Claude Tissage are some brands. Lots of napkins, a couple of table cloths, some tea towels, shower mits. The stores where I bought these items were BHV, Tuile a Loup, Maison de Famille, Comptoir de Famille, Noyez Noi. One place that I found at the end of the week, and just refused to spend more money, is Simrane, at the intersection of rue Jacob and rue Bonaparte.
Too bad you don't have time to go to Provence and get to some markets!!!
Enjoy the hunt! Let us know what and where you find goodies so we'll know where to go when next in Paris!
Enjoy!
joy/luvparee
Sep 10th, 2009, 08:11 PM
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Both Souleiado (Pierre Deux in USA) and Les Olivades fabrics are lovely. They are not inexpensive, but they are quality fabrics and therefore need little ironing if you remove tablecloths, napkins, etc. from dryer immediately. Worth the price.
Sep 11th, 2009, 09:14 AM
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I found the goods and spent a LOT at souleiado! I will elaborate later this weekend but I bought a 90" (approx) round tablecloth, eight placemats and four napkins. The Les Olivades must have moved or gone out of business.
Sep 11th, 2009, 10:01 AM
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I've purchased table cloths, napkins, kitchen towels, etc. in one of the stalls at the flower market on Isle de la Cite. Not inexpensive but less costly than some of the other places mentioned here.
Sep 14th, 2009, 04:24 AM
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OK, sorry for the delay - when I returned to Dallas my internet connection had been lost and finally got restored last night. Here is my report.
I began my quest in the St. Germain area. My plan was to visit Les Olivades and then Souleiado which are very near each other, then head over to BHV if I didn't find what I was looking for at these boutiques. I found that the Les Olivades must have gone out of business as there were other shops at 95 Rue de Seine. Souleiado was located about 20 yards away so I went in and found a large selection of tablecloths, napkins and placemats, in addition to bedding and pillow covers, stuffed animals made of provincial fabrics, makeup bags, etc. Lots of selection. I was looking specifically for a 90" round tablecloth so I had a more limited selection than that of the smaller tablecloths. The tablecloth I bought is white with blue, red and yellow. Typical provincial colors. The sales associate was very nice and helped me select placemats and napkins that complemented the tablecloth. She tried to sell me more than I wanted, but that's her job, right? After I told her I only needed four napkins, she stopped pushing the others.
I bought four placemats for my mother that are a traditional blue paisley motif. They will go very nicely with her red quilted boutis tablecloth! I can't wait to give them to her.
I will delve into pricing for inquiring minds - and because admittedly I found the prices to be a bit shocking! The 90" round tablecloth is 100% cotton, made in France and was 150 Euros. The napkins are also cotton, made in France. They were 7 Euro each. The placemats are cotton with polyester quilting and were 15 Euro each. The smaller square and round tablecloths were in the 90-120 Euro range. I would not normally spend this much on linens but I figured this was something I really wanted, they are authentic, and they will last forever. They will get put away when my nieces and nephews and their messy fingers come over to visit!
After the visit to Souleiado, my husband and I went over to BHV. They have lots and lots of smaller sized round, square and rectangular tablecloths & napkins. They even have the plastic coated kind that you can have cut to a custom length. All the brands that LuvParee mentions above. I highly recommend a visit. They have lovely dishes and accessories that would look great in a French themed kitchen.
Thanks to all of you for your suggestions. I would never have found the boutiques if it wasn't for you!
I began my quest in the St. Germain area. My plan was to visit Les Olivades and then Souleiado which are very near each other, then head over to BHV if I didn't find what I was looking for at these boutiques. I found that the Les Olivades must have gone out of business as there were other shops at 95 Rue de Seine. Souleiado was located about 20 yards away so I went in and found a large selection of tablecloths, napkins and placemats, in addition to bedding and pillow covers, stuffed animals made of provincial fabrics, makeup bags, etc. Lots of selection. I was looking specifically for a 90" round tablecloth so I had a more limited selection than that of the smaller tablecloths. The tablecloth I bought is white with blue, red and yellow. Typical provincial colors. The sales associate was very nice and helped me select placemats and napkins that complemented the tablecloth. She tried to sell me more than I wanted, but that's her job, right? After I told her I only needed four napkins, she stopped pushing the others.
I bought four placemats for my mother that are a traditional blue paisley motif. They will go very nicely with her red quilted boutis tablecloth! I can't wait to give them to her.
I will delve into pricing for inquiring minds - and because admittedly I found the prices to be a bit shocking! The 90" round tablecloth is 100% cotton, made in France and was 150 Euros. The napkins are also cotton, made in France. They were 7 Euro each. The placemats are cotton with polyester quilting and were 15 Euro each. The smaller square and round tablecloths were in the 90-120 Euro range. I would not normally spend this much on linens but I figured this was something I really wanted, they are authentic, and they will last forever. They will get put away when my nieces and nephews and their messy fingers come over to visit!
After the visit to Souleiado, my husband and I went over to BHV. They have lots and lots of smaller sized round, square and rectangular tablecloths & napkins. They even have the plastic coated kind that you can have cut to a custom length. All the brands that LuvParee mentions above. I highly recommend a visit. They have lovely dishes and accessories that would look great in a French themed kitchen.
Thanks to all of you for your suggestions. I would never have found the boutiques if it wasn't for you!
Sep 14th, 2009, 05:59 AM
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I just looked at www.lesolivades.fr, and they no longer list a Paris store; wonder why they closed the one on rue de Seine? I have always found LO a tiny bit less expensive than Souleiado, but I have not bought any products in a long time. If you are ever near St. Remy, the outlet store in St. Etienne des Gres is a good place to buy the fabric.
Re not using the tablecloths when kids are visiting: I felt that way initially, too, but have discovered that red wine, chocolate, and all kinds of things wash out easily if pre-treated and laundered soon after the mishap.
When I went to BHV in April, I couldn't find anything plastic coated that had traditional Provencal colors.
You will enjoy your linens!
Re not using the tablecloths when kids are visiting: I felt that way initially, too, but have discovered that red wine, chocolate, and all kinds of things wash out easily if pre-treated and laundered soon after the mishap.
When I went to BHV in April, I couldn't find anything plastic coated that had traditional Provencal colors.
You will enjoy your linens!
Sep 14th, 2009, 06:26 AM
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OMG, I should have stocked up when we were there in June!
ButterflyGirl--Don't worry about the little ones and the linens. I first got mine when our kids were 3 and 6 and have been using them nonstop since. The kids are 16 and 18 now. They hold up SO well!!! Don't worry about how much you spent either, as they are things you will use and enjoy every day. I know we have definitely gotten our monies worth, nevermind my enjoyment
ButterflyGirl--Don't worry about the little ones and the linens. I first got mine when our kids were 3 and 6 and have been using them nonstop since. The kids are 16 and 18 now. They hold up SO well!!! Don't worry about how much you spent either, as they are things you will use and enjoy every day. I know we have definitely gotten our monies worth, nevermind my enjoyment
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Thanks for the great report! Glad you found some wonderful things!
I have been fortunate enough to have been in Provence 2 times and stocked up on tabletop items! Between the markets and a fabulous store in St. Saturnin de Avignon, I COULD decorate most of my house, so it's just my kitchen area that looks like it was dropped from Provence! The seller of taupe and cream at the L'Isle sur la Sorgue market had me at first glance! My dining room and living room enjoy those more understated items. Everytime I use/look at these pretty things in my house, I'm transported back to that beautiful part of France!
Enjoy!
joy/luvparee
I have been fortunate enough to have been in Provence 2 times and stocked up on tabletop items! Between the markets and a fabulous store in St. Saturnin de Avignon, I COULD decorate most of my house, so it's just my kitchen area that looks like it was dropped from Provence! The seller of taupe and cream at the L'Isle sur la Sorgue market had me at first glance! My dining room and living room enjoy those more understated items. Everytime I use/look at these pretty things in my house, I'm transported back to that beautiful part of France!
Enjoy!
joy/luvparee
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I will be in Paris the end of March and mid-April 2012. I will also be in Bormes Les Mimosa for the first two weeks in April 2012. Can anyone tell me where to buy fabric similar to Pierre Deux/Provence style. In Paris I will be staying in the Montmartre area. Really, I just want to shop for fabric (100% cotton, maybe some linen). Thank you. jane
