Category Archives: Interweb Marie

Ask the Queen: Dealing with rude dinner party guests

Posted on February 6, 2011 by

Does the sky seem gray? Does food not taste as good as it has before? If you feel you miss some indescribable something it is likely because you have not come to Marie Antoinette for advice. Use your computing machine … Continue reading →

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Marie, Marie Christmas (and a little Vampire Weekend)

Posted on December 24, 2010 by

Alert reader Stephanie tipped me off to this music video by Vampire Weekend.  It’s a true 18th century romp (if Marie’s friends could have romped in LA, that is. Sadly, LA had not yet been invented, but there’s no evidence … Continue reading →

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Rococo, hot pink, craftastic fabrics

Posted on December 22, 2010 by

Your blog mistress just discovered Tula Pink, a very talented fabric designer from the midwest. She has a new line called Parisville inspired by our queen, and I thought you’d like to take a look. We’ll start first with some … Continue reading →

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WWMAD: Can I ask for cash this Christmas?

Posted on December 12, 2010 by

Each Sunday, Marie Antoinette stops whatever it is she is doing in the afterlife to help modern Maries live a life more fabulous. To have your questions answered, email whatwouldmarieantoinettedo at gmail dot com. My queen, I love the holidays, … Continue reading →

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More Marie Christmas decor, cards

Posted on December 10, 2010 by

We’ve praised talent Paper Nosh in this space before (here and here) and the holidays give me yet another reason. This stationer has developed a holiday line of cards and ornaments that just sparkling with Marie charm. Here’s a sample. … Continue reading →

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Viva la Cake Revolution! Site relaunch of this blog’s favorite Marie-inspired cakery

Posted on December 8, 2010 by

Your humble blog mistress received word that Cake Opera Co., the ultimate bakers of some very awe-inspiring historically inspired cakes [please see my post "Marie Cakes that will blow your mind" here], has re-booted its website and somehow upped its … Continue reading →

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Marie, Marie Christmas! Cards, crafting and more!

Posted on December 3, 2010 by

Anyone can send the generic Christmas letter or decorate their nondescript snowflake. And while these options are fine for other people, the true modern Marie prefers that her correspondence represent her as her reputation precedes her. After all, you wouldn’t … Continue reading →

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Marie Antoinette gift guide Part Deux

Posted on November 26, 2010 by

Marie could not enjoy Black Friday because America was barely a nation in her day leaving no chance for a national holiday or coinciding retail extravaganza. This is a pity. Still, this is no reason to believe that Marie would … Continue reading →

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The Marie Antoinette Gift Guide

Posted on November 17, 2010 by

It’s holiday time and no matter what you celebrate, it’s nice to be remembered by the people you like best. It’s also nice to receive fabulous things and I’ve collected a few for your review. This queen of the universe … Continue reading →

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High tea, Rocophilia, Android Marie, and one more fabulous Marie Antoinette Halloween Costume!

Posted on November 5, 2010 by

Hello, lovelies. Ready for the weekend? Not before I send you all the news that’s fit for a queen. Today’s links travel world and includes everything from hot pink hair, to 18th century robots to events worth planning a trip … Continue reading →

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