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Furry Friends Friday : Flowering Frenchie

24.11.23

"Where flowers bloom so does hope." Lady Bird Johnson

This pretty French bulldog with flowers in her fur hopes to bring you cheer. That is the primary reason she's here. And on that note ...

Happy Furry Friends Friday to you!

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Francophile Friday : French Carousel to Carry Your Worries Away

27.10.23

rench Carousel with Flowers and Pink illustration © Shell Sherree all rights reserved

Can a carousel carry your worries away? This one might at least chase them off for another day.

Today's illustration is inspired by a charming carousel spotted by my niece in the south of France. Knowing my penchant for them, she kindly sent through her pics and Voilà, as they say, the rest is history.

Rather than a plethora of ponies (never a problem for me, by the way!), this one delights its wayfarers with other forms of transport: hot air balloon, vintage plane, cute little fire truck, steampunk spaceship and also, thankfully, the classic, traditional pony. Your getaway might be slower but it's a champion when it comes to carbon emissions! And on that note ...

Happy Francophile Friday to you!

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Francophile Friday : Stroll Past Paris Stohrer

25.8.23

Paris Stohrer Patisserie illustration © Shell Sherree all rights reserved

In French, flâner is the verb for 'to stroll' ... so if you're strolling past a pâtisserie window with flans, are you going for a flan flâner ?

I suspect not, but the subject of today's illustration would be a lovely place to pause to ponder. Stohrer is the oldest pâtisserie in Paris, founded in 1730 by Nicolas Stohrer ~ pâtissier to king Louis XV. It still resides in its original location on rue Montorgueil, and its facade is as pretty as its ingredients!

Known not just for its own sweet invention Baba au rhum - prepared with dough soaked in amber rum with candied cherry, invented by Nicolas Stohrer in the 18th century - Stohrer is a treasure trove of treats that's impossible to walk past by all but the most stoically will-powered of souls. The Rubenesque black cat in the upstairs windows is clearly not one of those. And on that note ...

Happy Francophile Friday to you!

Stohrer ::: 51 rue Montorgueil 75002 Paris

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Francophile Friday : Next Stop, Paris Metro

14.7.23

Ready for the Daydream Express? The Paris Metro could be just the ticket!

Today's illustration fixes our gaze on a Paris Metro sign set against a backdrop of beautiful buildings with bountiful greenery. Where will your imagination wander first ... a fine French pâtisserie resplendent with flaky pastries? A stroll in Montmartre or getting lost in a gallery? The kitty cat's only wondering about climbing the greenery. And on that note ...

Happy Francophile Friday to you! PS: Take your daydreams on a trip every day by acquiring this gorgeous fine art print for your home ... available in a range of sizes, ready for you to add the frame of your desire.

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Happy World Baking Day : Berry Beautiful Pavlova Free Recipe Download

17.5.23

Berry Beautiful Pavlova Hello Sugar X Shell Sherree © Shell Sherree all rights reserved

Wishing you a berry beautiful World Baking Day!

Today's illustration hopes to inspire you to roll up your sleeves and express your creativity in the kitchen. I've teamed up with fellow Australian and amazing baker extraordinaire Hello Sugar who has very kindly contributed her pavlova recipe for the occasion. If you live in our sunburnt country, you'll be well familiar with the humble 'Pav' and possibly also aware of the friendly debates as to its origins.

One thing that's easy to agree on is how divine they taste and how awesome they are for entertaining, no matter who first came up with the idea! Some love a super-soft fluffy pavlova, others fall into the crisp-shell camp and that's pretty much where I stand, possibly having grown up with a mother and grandmother who both made mighty fine examples of the latter. That said, both have their special charms.

Please click here to download and print the pretty illustrated recipe sheet we've put together for you. Both Letter and A4 paper sizes are available. The recipe is for a single layer version, so simply double everything then both layer and top with luscious cream and berries to replicate our photo and illustration. Bon appetit! And on that note ...

Happy World Baking Day to you!

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Berry Beautiful Pavlova Recipe Hello Sugar X Shell Sherree

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