December 21, 2015

A French Winter Production


Burlap Luxe Designs

French theatre designed and built
by French architect,
Dore Callaway
(Burlap Luxe)
   

Translates:
Majestic French Theatre
presents a Noel musical
production of...
French winter mice.
December 21 through January 1
 

Hidden deep in the secluded French hillside
sat a majestic aged French theatre built centuries ago,
by the hillside mice.

A theatre where a charming audience of field mice every
winter looked forward to a production of,
Un Joyeux Noel winter mice musical.
  

The Beauty and Design

Enhanced the experience of their performance.
  

Candle lit stage

A magical performance, twinkling candlelight for an
inviting performance that delighted the young and old
alike.
The hillside theatre sat really in the most magical place untouched for years, and only then that magical season of greetings would the hillside mice come out to play in 
 theatrics of, a winter performance of, 
 a French Noel musical. 
  

Tattered Banners

Hung with a whimsical wire ladder.
 

I Loved The architecture

The minute I used it.
Little mice were the muse in why it was
built.
  

Nestled and Embraces Winter

Washed in whites and aging greys, touched
with golds with my paint brush in hand.  
 

Gathered History and 
Beautifully Faded
 

Quintessentially French

(My created hand twisted French wire chandelier)
sets the stage. 
 

Fringed, Frayed, Theatre Curtains
 

A Glow of A Production Seen Afar.
 

The Hillside Theatre

Now relocated from the hillside story of France, the theatre entertains this winter in my studio where its history, age, 
and beauty acts out...

The magic of a winters Noel.

This French theatre was built with gathered antique 
salvage, old reimaged wood planked stage floors,
and staged with my hand twisted wire, and
paper ephemera mice.
by me 
(BurlapLuxe)
  
 Special Theatre Productions
Please visit...

Vera, here at...Row Homes And Cobblestones 

Thank you my sweet friends for your
Joyeux productions.  
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47 comments:

  1. Méa StraußDecember 21, 2015 at 12:49 AM

    I love it, love it, love it.
    Doré, anyway - it was your and Miss Claras doing, getting me hooooked, I am addicted to mice... and theatres :))
    I will follow, having the liitle end to my mousefairytale on the 24. of december, maybe you want to come visit, be my dear guest.
    The theatre with the ornaments so vulupterous (help me!! What a word for a German, oiii, I hope, I did write it correctly), so nobel, every home would need one like this.
    So applause applause applause, I bow, so wonderful to look at these pretty mice, coming out of a fairytale.
    You made them com alive!
    Huggiiiies from Méa, my sweet friend, who is really happy now, as you know, what your theatres DO with me ;))

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  2. Jacqueline @ HOMEDecember 21, 2015 at 2:23 AM

    Oh Dore ..... the theatre is a masterpiece ..... so magical ..... like something out of a film.
    I wish Special Theatre Productions many, many more performances, playing to huge crowds !!!!! XXXX

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  3. VictoriaDecember 21, 2015 at 3:30 AM

    Ahhhh, this is magical Dore! I love the little ladder and the tiny chandelier!!! Such a beautiful piece!

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  4. Michele M./ Finch RestDecember 21, 2015 at 4:11 AM

    Bravo!!!!

    What a magical theatre you have created! ♥♥♥

    There's something about European mice at Christmastime, too...........

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  5. UnknownDecember 21, 2015 at 4:51 AM

    Adorable! It reminds me of Burl Ives Santas Mouse, a song I grew up listening to every season. Love all of the tiny little things, so sweet. Xo Sally

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  6. UnknownDecember 21, 2015 at 5:05 AM

    STANDING OVATIONS...
    this must be the most adorable theatre I have ever seen <3.So enchanting and magical.If it would be mine I would look at it all day long with a big smile on my face.
    Warm hugs,
    Caroline

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  7. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleDecember 21, 2015 at 5:29 AM

    Oh my word this is so cute!! Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas, Dore!

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  8. Celestina MarieDecember 21, 2015 at 5:33 AM

    Hi Dore, Bravo. What an enchanting and adorable theater set filled with adventure and charm. Love all the tiny accents you've created. I am visiting from Vera's production and link here. So enjoyed my visit this morning as we approach the big day!.
    Wishing you a special season and very Merry Christmas.
    Hugs

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  9. Lin from A {tiny} Cottage In The WoodsDecember 21, 2015 at 6:38 AM

    I can never get enough of your little theatre productions, Dore. The architecture, tattered touches, little mice... all so absolutely perfect!!! What would Christmas be without a toy theatre? :)
    All my love,
    Lin

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  10. JunkchiccottageDecember 21, 2015 at 7:06 AM

    Dore,
    Oh my so beautiful. Love that twisted wire chandy. So lovely all of this. Beautiful theatre. Merry Christmas.
    Kris

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  11. UnknownDecember 21, 2015 at 7:09 AM

    Oh my goodness, i really love your théâtre. It is amazing, perfect.
    Hugs Kuni

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  12. Row homes and CobblestonesDecember 21, 2015 at 8:04 AM

    Dearest Doré,
    Being blessed with your friendship fills my heart with happiness. i am so glad this year once again Lin, you and I created our Christmas presentations. I loved the warm glow in your theatre, the tattered touches for those are certainly lucky field mice to enjoy the architectural splendor of your theatre.
    Sending love to you and Hannah for a magical Christmas,
    xoxo,
    Vera

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  13. PRINCESSGREENEYEDecember 21, 2015 at 8:16 AM

    superschön - und verwunschen!
    Ich wünsche Dir ein wunderschönes und friedliches Weihnachtsfest, Jacqui

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  14. A Joyful CottageDecember 21, 2015 at 8:53 AM

    Gorgeous, Dore! What amazing talent you possess. Merry Christmas! ~ Nancy

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  15. UnknownDecember 21, 2015 at 10:16 AM

    Dreamy, enchanting....you know how to create such moods. Your attention to details is always inspiring and remarkable.

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  16. Di@Cottage-WishesDecember 21, 2015 at 10:39 AM

    Love, love the scene, especially the stage, mice, chandy, well just everything. Merry Christmas, Di

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  17. Angelsdoor * PennyDecember 21, 2015 at 1:19 PM

    Dear Dore,
    You have filled my heart with joy! Your Theatre is magnificent. BRAVO!
    Just like stepping into a French storybook.. Your talents are endless, dear friend.. Thank you for your friendship and encouragement this past year.
    I am blessed.
    Bebe sends her love, she too enjoyed!
    Sending you a warm hug!
    Penny

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  18. the gardener's cottageDecember 21, 2015 at 1:51 PM

    how utterly sweet and charming dore! merry christmas to you. xo

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  19. JoanMarieDecember 21, 2015 at 4:08 PM

    Oh Dore...what a wonderful magical sight to behold. Stunning and so precious. You are a master at creating such gorgeous pieces and thank you for sharing so much of your talent. Christmas Blessings to you and a very very Merry Christmas!
    JoanMarie

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  20. SherryDecember 21, 2015 at 5:06 PM

    gracious beauty. is it strange that my favorite part of your design is the tattered banner against the perfect backdrop? the tattered and the sublime. :)

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  21. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow December 21, 2015 at 7:21 PM

    Dore, I'm in love with it. It is so magical and beautiful. I love the mice. Someday my daughter and I might have to try to make our own version. She makes mini sets for Petshops, so this appeals to her. Merry Christmas to you and your family. xoox Su

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  22. DD's CottageDecember 22, 2015 at 8:02 AM

    magnificent! Stunning and beautiful theatre Dore! I love all the tattered bits too!

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  23. DebbieDecember 22, 2015 at 10:57 AM

    Your theater is magnificent, Dore! I love all of the twisted and tattered pieces you've fashioned to adorn the grand old stage. Such talent you posses.
    Merry Christmas,Dore'.
    Debbie
    xo

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  24. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageDecember 22, 2015 at 11:01 AM

    Delightful and enchanting! Makes me want to get lost in that little world.

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  25. It's meDecember 22, 2015 at 11:57 AM

    Oh doré this is so Nice done....love it.......
    Merry Merry Christmas love Ria ❤️❤️❤️

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  26. Katie MansfieldDecember 22, 2015 at 3:21 PM

    So gorgeous.

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  27. chateau chicDecember 22, 2015 at 4:34 PM

    Dore, your theatre is magnificent!! I'm taken with your attention to detail in creating this gorgeous theatre.
    Such a delight...thank you for all of your beautiful inspiration this year through your blog and words!
    Merry Christmas to you and your family,
    Mary Alice

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  28. Thistle Cove FarmDecember 22, 2015 at 7:10 PM

    Your production is fabulous, thank you for sharing, Dore.
    Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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  29. Woodside ParkDecember 23, 2015 at 9:05 AM

    Greetings, Dore -
    Such a festive production! So much flair!! Encore, s'il vous plaît :) Merry Christmas and a Happy 2016 ahead!
    Jingle, Jingle -
    L

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  30. KarenDecember 23, 2015 at 4:42 PM

    It's magical Dore! Merry Christmas.

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  31. KarenDecember 23, 2015 at 4:42 PM

    It's magical Dore! Merry Christmas.

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  32. handmade by amaliaDecember 23, 2015 at 7:35 PM

    What a glorious post, Dore. Nothing can beat the magic of theater. Happy holidays.
    Amalia
    xo

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  33. by meisjeDecember 24, 2015 at 5:57 AM

    Dear Dore, I´m always in heaven when I read your wonderful post and see your very, very pretty pics! You`re so kind of magical!!! Now I wish you and your family a joyful christmastime!!! make a wish! With lot`s of love, yours, Meisje

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  34. Méa StraußDecember 24, 2015 at 8:09 AM

    Hei-Hou and merry christmas - I linked your post, mine is online,
    Huuuugs from Méa :))

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  35. HWIT BLOGGDecember 24, 2015 at 11:49 AM

    Best wishes for a LOVELY Christmas!
    Love from Titti

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  36. Gail PetersonDecember 24, 2015 at 7:28 PM

    Merry Christmas Dore,
    Your french theatre is a special treat for your holiday decor. The details are charming & it seems of something long ago.
    I wish you the quiet beauty of the season today and always.
    xo,
    Gail

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  37. La Petite GalleryDecember 26, 2015 at 7:48 AM

    Happy New Year. You have the most interesting post's, it's really great.
    Wishing you the very best for 2016, Can't believe I made it. yvonne

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  38. "Create Beauty"December 26, 2015 at 5:33 PM

    Encore! Magnificent and Magical my dear theatre productionness!!!!

    It's been delightful to come see this!
    ~ Violet

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  39. RhondaDecember 28, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    The magic of YOU...so beautiful...so magical.
    I hope you had a Merry Christmas, Dore

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  40. La Petite GalleryDecember 29, 2015 at 4:30 AM

    This post made me think of Anita.
    It's wonderful and so are you. Happy 2016. yvonne

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  41. Ivy and ElephantsDecember 31, 2015 at 8:16 AM

    Dore, your theatres are sooo magical! I love every last detail, because the details are where you really shine. Amazingly beautiful! Keep inspiring.
    Have a happy and blessed new year!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  42. Jemma@athomewithjemmaDecember 31, 2015 at 2:55 PM

    My Dear Dore,
    I have been scrambling with unpacking, baking and the festivities of the Christmas season. But there was not one thing that was going to stop me from visiting this joyful, artful, magical and wonderous production! I am enjoying the details you have so lovingly created from tattered banners to the handmade chandelier.
    Wishing you all the joys of the final hours of this year and may next year be filled with abundant good health, laughter, love and the Blessings from our Dear Father In Heaven.
    xoxo
    Jemma

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  43. joannaJanuary 1, 2016 at 2:30 PM

    Dore

    Stopping by to say I hope that the next 366 days are filled with beautiful new creations, reaffirmations of love, good health and promises for a brighter happy and prosperous future, as we ring in a New Year 2016.

    Love your work, brings joy to my soul whenever I look at what you create.

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  44. Vertraeumtes StadthausJanuary 2, 2016 at 12:47 PM

    Liebe Dore,
    vielen Dank für Deine lieben Worte auf meinem Blog ich habe mich sehr darüber gefreut. Dein Blog ist wunder wunderschön ♥ I love it ♥
    Happy New Year und alles liebe Bianca

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  45. micheleJanuary 3, 2016 at 3:47 PM

    oh it is enchanting and full of wonder, just like you. you are gonna be the most popular grandma EVER someday with tricks like this to make the holidays magical. love and peace.

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  46. JuneJanuary 5, 2016 at 2:37 PM

    You create magic in everything you touch my dear! I am in awe of the artist you are. I love the beautiful holiday production and I'm sure all the field mice were on their feet and cheering wildly!!!
    Have a wonderful New Year!
    hugs from me...

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  47. CindyFebruary 9, 2016 at 12:26 PM

    Ok, i need someone to have a grandchild right now so i can get one of these precious, exquisite little theaters! I can just imagine playing in it with a little one. They are too wonderful to even bear...

    Cindy

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