Tucked in the envelope is a handmade card.
Last week, I met with the ever lovely Suzanne of Suzanne Carillo Style Files. A fellow Canuck, Suzanne lives a creative life in Ontario. If you follow her blog, which you should, you know she’s beautiful, bright, witty hilarious, and a loving guardian of a pug named Zoe. In person? Better!!! Whaaatttt? Yep! She is warm, genuine, and she is gorgeous! Although taller than me, she’s very petite and I now totally understand how she rocks her unique personal style like nobody’s business. After those awkward first 30 seconds…honestly, I felt like I’d known her forever…we hit the country road. Our destination? Tanglebank Gardens. A combination garden center, gift shop, and bistro; it was here that we dallied away the afternoon. We snagged the last available outdoor table in the bistro and settled in for a long and leisurely lunch. One of the things I love about blogging is the sense of connection with like minded individuals. Spending time with Suzanne really brought that aspect home. We had so much to chat about, everything from blogging to photography, family to travel, art to food. When we were making our dessert choices, I mentioned that I had never had a macaroon. Given how popular macaroons are, both on Pinterest and on trendy It blogs, it seemed apropos to indulge…after the requisite photos, of course. After lunch we toured the garden and took photographs. And before we knew it, the clock struck five. Being the troopers we are, we headed to the local Value Village for a quick browse. I wasn’t about to let an opportunity of receiving Suzanne’s excellent style advice go for naught. She quickly, like blink-blink quickly, had me in a 100% silk Asian jacket that flattered my every curve. I ended up not buying it, but…I did buy a beautiful piece of silk sari fabric whose destiny is to become a fit and flare dress. It’s nearly impossible to see, but the centers of the flowers are mirrored! And! I also found a beaded bag of perfect proportions. It was a lovely day, with a lovely person. Thanks Suzanne, and many bisous! I can’t wait to meet with you again!
In these photos, Suzanne is wearing a vintage 1970’s maxi dress, accessorized with a fantastic necklace of her own creation, and Clarks sandals. I’m wearing my Midnight in Paris Dress with Stuart Weitzman sandals. Suzanne has a post up today also. Please pop over and say Hi!
The Style Crone says
Blogger meet-ups are the best! The two of you spending time together are evidence of that. You are both radiant and gorgeous in these photos. Now off to visit Suzanne.
Suzanne Carillo Style Files says
Well I sure had fun! : )
Thanks for zipping us around in your fun car and making it seem like I'd known you for years. All I can say is…when can I expect you in Toronto? ; )
bisous
Suzanne
Dana Bishop says
I thoroughly enjoyed both yours and Suzanne's posts today. I have 3 good blog friends and I value each of them so highly, despite never having met.
I love your new blog “look”! Everything about it is so subtly radiant. Your posts are always a surprise and packed with quality. I don't sew clothes but I experience that satisfaction through your tales and photos.
Val S says
Wish I could have been there with you – I was too busy with my own blogger meet-ups! Looks like you had a gorgeous time – what a fab location, and you both look beautiful.
Sheila says
That's so cool – I've met a few bloggers and it's always been awesome! If you ever make it out to the west coast, Sue, let me know!
Haylee Mae says
Wow that is awesome! Hope I get to have a meet up someday!
xx, H
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Melanie says
What a lovely way to spend a day – meeting a blogger you already kind of know but finding out you REALLY know. You two shine in the garden, that's for sure. I have never been to Tanglebank Gardens but it looks like an idyllic getaway from downtown. Thanks, Sue. Off to see Suzanne's post now…
Vix says
I do love a blogger meet-up. You two look so at ease and fabulous together and Tanglebank Gardens really are stunning.
Good to see your Paris masterpiece again. xxx
pastcaring says
How fabulous that you and the gorgeous Suzanne met up! The gardens look like a great place to spend an afternoon, and that sari fabric is gorgeous. Both of you are so beautiful and stylish, I bet you turned some heads.
I've loved every blogger meet-up I've ever been on, it's a fab way to make new friends! xxx
sabine says
What a great day, thank you Sue for sharing it with us!
Ladies you both look amazing. This wonderful garden is the right scenery for you.
Sue, I love your car. I still haven't a new one. I wish I could by me one like yours.
Hugs
Sabine
Tamera Beardsley says
So fabulous to read two of my favorites … spending time together! Thank you for sharing your delightful meet up!
And may I say … your photography is stunning!
xoxo
Tamera
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Dana, I always appreciate your comments! Thanks for taking the time to say hello!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Oh yes Sheila! Your are definitely on my list! Can't wait for you to take me to all your haunts!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Thanks Tamera! My photography class got derailed by a local civic strike, 🙁 but I am practicing on my own almost daily, thanks to you!
Jan Graham-McMillen says
Lucky ladies! What a great meet up … would that I were a fly on the wal Excellent. Two of my favorite bloggers in all the world! See, small world?
popcosmo says
Sounds like so much fun and you look adorable (as usual) and just like you are having a blast!!! What a great day for the both of you!!
arish says
Tus fotografías son muy buenas y tu blog me gusta muchísimo. BESICOS.
Ileana says
What a beautiful place! And the macaroon looks delicious ^^
xoxo
Novelstyle
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Flo says
What a fun opportunity, I love meeting up with people I've got to know via the internet. Those gardens look gorgeous too!
Connie says
I just love blogger meet ups. Especially when it's with two of my favorites! So much beauty up there in Canada.
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Thanks Judith! Perhaps one day I'll make it down to Denver! Or is up to the Mile High City?
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
The big smoke, T.O….it's sound more and more fun!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Val, our time will come…hopefully sometime this year!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
We couldn't have picked a better day if we tried! No rain, not too hot…yep, it was splendiferous! You and O may need to plan a little afternoon road trip.
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Vix! You and Curtise are on my UK meet up list!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
And she is gorgeous Curtise! Your blogger meet ups are really the most inspiring! What's not to love about prezzies, pubs, and…um….can't think of any more p's…
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Thanks for popping by Sabine! You'll get the right car for you when it's time, I'm certain!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
It IS a small world, and hopefully small enough to one day anticipate meeting you and Dan!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
It was a treat! I'd meet her again in a heartbeat, 🙂
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Muy gracias Arish. I am trying to better my photography.
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Oh! I should have mentioned in my post, that the macaroon was really quite yummy! Not dry like I thought they might be…but, creamy, and melt in the mouth delicious!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
It was great fun Flo! So you've had some meet ups yourself? Right on!
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
I'd love to do a west coast road trip, so you may yet find me on your doorstep. Just don't give me the wrong directions Connie! 🙂
nimbus nim says
Hola!
Nueva seguidora, following GFC (quedateenminube)
Fabulois blog! beautifull with dresses!
Saludos,
No fear of fashion says
I should never have started blogging in English… now I have met loads of lovely bloggers far, far away. You met lovely Suzanne, Jan met lovely Trina… And I hope some of you come to Amsterdam at the beginning of September. Marvellous aspect of blogging.
Greetje
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Greetje, you are the ambassador for Amsterdam. I would LOVE to visit, but I may have to leave my credit card at home, 😉
Sue @ A Colourful Canvas says
Hola! Thank you so much for the follow; I'm happy you like my blog.
Carelia Moran says
How awesome! Thanks Sue for sharing this fun meeting with Suzanne. You both look wonderful.
xo
Carelia
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