Sunday, November 24, 2024

A New Hat at AAWE Paris

A few weeks ago, when J. said, “would you like to go to the AAWE Christmas Bazaar at The American Church” I said sure.

Little did I know, across a crowded room
I would meet the hat 👒 of my dreams. Handmade by a mystery knitter 🧶 You think 🤔 ‘Hmm, I’ll just try it on…’ 
Suddenly everyone is saying, “You Have To Get It! “
Exciting things happen when you leave home 🏡 
I have to admit this was my first visit to The American Church, 64, quai d’Orsay and to an AAWE Paris event, but it won’t be my last 👍
The Association of American Women in Europe (AAWE) is a bicultural community of American women primarily in France and in Europe and around the world. 
They offer activities for all stages of life, both personally and professionally. 
AAWE fosters an environment that enables our members to create bonds, develop supportive networks and lifelong friendships. Along with offer delish, home-baked goodies for special events.
I got zucchini slices 😋 like Mom used to make. What a nice change from fancy French pastry 🥮 
 They were offering fun vintage brooches yesterday.
Beautiful cashmeres from JAC/Jane Again Cashmeres made in Italy. *Note the divine grey hand warmers Jane is wearing. Yum Yum
J. browsed the vintage rack and found a Balenciaga! But too big. Dommage 🤷‍♀️
Of course, the divine Ajiri Aki
Of Madame de la Maison, was there,
With some stunning dinner soirée goodies.
Bangles from Bali anyone?
Or a cosy onesie for grownups, slouching around at home.
Ready, Freddy happily demonstrated how easy they were to roll down when needed. 
I won’t be a slouch and miss out on anymore AAWE events in future. I was thrilled with my new hat 👒 J. and I went out in the cold for a stroll and an egg salad sandwich 🥪 
You never know what can happen in Paris if you’re open to something new.
Bon Dimanche dear PBers ❤️


22 comments:

  1. Anonymous9:00 AM

    Love your new hat!

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  2. Anonymous10:07 AM

    I am so inspired by you! I learn so much. Never heard of AAWE. What a fascinating group.

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    1. Anonymous12:27 PM

      Thanks but I’m late to the party too.

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  3. Anonymous10:10 AM

    Carol. I am in a baking mood here in SoCal! Pumpkin bread, pumpkin cake, banana cookies, tortes, and soon empanadas. Thank you and I had no idea about this homey event.

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    1. Anonymous12:19 PM

      Good for you!
      Paris is not all Champagne 🍾 and caviar

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  4. Anonymous10:27 AM

    What a fun event and love your hat! -Suzanne P.

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  5. Bonnie L11:43 AM

    Yay for you, Carol! You are so game to try something new. Glad you had a good time and scored that terrific hat…and zucchini bread! Just like the church bazaars at home. A little touch of home over the holidays is a good thing. ❤️

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    1. Anonymous12:17 PM

      A very good thing indeed
      So easy to forget the simple pleasures ❤️

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  6. Anonymous11:46 AM

    Worked the bazar in Nov. 1966 when I was JYA in Paris. Soooo American!

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  7. Anonymous12:13 PM

    The hat looks adorable. Bet it’s warm too. The jewelry would be my downfall. A fire truck could go through the place and I wouldn’t hear it. There is some great vintage. Lynne

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  8. Dee Ann12:14 PM

    Love your hat…as cute as you!!!!!

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  9. Anonymous1:47 PM

    Great hat and I also love your scarf. What a great apron further in your message, the one with the body of an elf. I have one with a giant frog sitting on some leaves. A friend made it for me, because the Frog Prince is my favourite childhood story. These things tell a lot about each of us. I love your PB messages, a vicarious trip to Paris until the next time I can get there.

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    1. Anonymous2:08 PM

      I think I will be a mixup of dots, stripes and checks.
      Case closed 👍

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  10. Such fun, just like back home. Some marvelous finds there and the hat is perfect.

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    1. Anonymous2:07 PM

      Thanks Suki ❤️
      Surprises are the best 🙂

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  11. That looks like a terrific bazaar. And yes, American Church is lovely. So is your cute new hat!

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  12. Anonymous5:36 PM

    You look great! Perky, healthy and beautiful! AWA

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  13. Anonymous10:54 PM

    Love the hat!!! Maybe I should knit you some matching socks? You always look so stinkin’ cute!!! ❤️🇨🇦

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    1. Anonymous11:46 PM

      I need a matching scarf 🧣 🙏
      Or would this be de trop 🙄

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  14. Anonymous6:40 AM

    I read with interest your post on the Christmas Bazaar at The American Church. 20+ years ago when I lived in France, the Women of the American Church put on a fabulous orientation program each fall. It was a 2-day event with speakers and break out sessions on topics that ranged from essential to fun … anyway, I dug out one of my guides which in those days was in print — a fabulous time in my life. In the meantime, between trips to Paris, you’ve helped keep me up to date on the current goings on. Merci!! Katherine

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  15. Anonymous9:21 AM

    Your new hat is fabulous, plus I love your stripped bag and your scarf. All matchy-matchy. Love bazaars. I would eat the brownies all afternoon. Love, Isabelle

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