Cadeaux at the Chateau: ANCIENT STYLE BOOKS and STAYS!
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- čas přidán 3. 12. 2020
- Today we gather in the Chambre Perse to open magical gifts sent to us from all over world. We're imspired to travel back in time, as this week's presents include lovingly handmade leather-bound books, stunning 17th century style stays, and 1920s inspired crystal martini glasses!
In 'Cadeaux at the Chateau', all of the inhabitants of the Chateau de Lalande gather together to open beautiful gifts that people have sent from all over the world. All of the monetisation from these videos will be donated to a different charity each month. CZcams earnings fluctuate wildly each month, as ad revenue changes throughout the year. Here are the charities that we've donated to so far:
July 2020:
British Heart Foundation UK (in memory of my father) €634
August 2020:
Alzheimer's Research UK (in memory of all of the residents of my parents' nursing homes) €350
September 2020:
Prostate Cancer Foundation (in memory of Selmar's father) €1255
October 2020:
Medecins sans Frontieres (chosen by my mother to support vaccinations in Africa) €942 (equivalent to 426 cholera vaccinations)
I used to show the gifts as part of 'The Chateau Diaries' episodes, but you're all so very generous that we have many gifts, and if we spent the episodes opening them, we wouldn't be able to show you other aspects of chateau life! So, for those of you who enjoy watching presents being opened, and as a way to thank those of you who were kind enough to send them, I've made this new channel. Every week we will film your beautiful gifts whilst enjoying afternoon tea or aperitif together.
It is very important to me that you know that we in no way expect anyone to send us gifts. I would like to go further than that and add that, if doing so will put you in any financial difficulty whatsoever, please, please do not send us anything. Knowing that you join us by watching 'The Chateau Diaries' gives us all an enormous boost. But for those of you who have sent these incredibly thoughtful gifts, I hope that seeing us open them gives you a fraction of the joy that you've given us 💖💖💖
If you would like to see more of our life at the chateau, please go to our main 'Chateau Diaries' channel:
/ thechateaudiaries
One of my favorite gift opening videos! I can't really explain why, other than the spirit of you all together was so cheerful, grateful.... But that's nothing new, you're all always like that 🤷♀️🤷♀️ anywho I loved watching and look forward to the advent ones!
The picture of the mouse with earrings is gorgeous. It has to be my favourite. 😊
Thank you so much Paul for the wonderful books! I shall treasure them! Your craftsmanship is superbe!
So happy that the ladies liked my necklaces and earrings. What a surprise to see them opening and wearing them as I wait for my daughter to give birth to my first granddaughter Rowan today. It's a girlie day!!!
Love the earrings and necklaces
They were really lovely .
They're beautiful and congratulations! 💕
Congratulations to you and your daughter and happy birthday to little Rowan :) What a girlie day indeed. Oh and those necklaces and earrings are beautiful.
Really lovely jewelry, especially on nati
Thank you Stephanie and everyone for the kind words about my books. It brings me joy when my labor of love can make others happy. I hope they are filled with inspirational and kind thoughts, or funny quotes. We all need a few laughs these days. Cheers and a Happy 2021! - Paul (From Common Hands Studio)
Early in the year, I thought the gifts were less-than-compelling. But Cadeaux has brought a level of charm for the viewer that is remarkably enjoyable. Each household member is relaxed and each personality is showcased. Nati is like the Maitre d'hotel, Philip snorts gently every few minutes, Selmar laughs at everything, and Stephanie shows genuine enthusiasm and joy at every single gift and giver. It is no wonder you have such a loyal following.
This is the best, well written, accurate comment I have ever read on CZcams. Thank you. :-)
And don't forget Diesel's snoring!
@@sharonchambers600 ha ha ha LOVE Diesel. :-)
Well said @lisa kilmer. I felt much like you... And now i wouldn't miss one!
This is a wonderful piece of chateau life!
Mandy, you did a fabulous job filming! Everyone and gifts were spot on, it was so fun to watch.
Thank you 😊
I believe one of the best, with a good eye for all that was going on plus the items...excellent work Mandy. Your outfit was adorable too..
Mandi’s episodes are the best!
The purple lilac flowers on the tea towel look like ‘ Foxglove ‘ ( Digitalis or Gloxiniaeflora flowers?) ( Marie will definitely know!)......and the red leather bound journal/ diary will be perfect for recording ‘ famous quotes and phrases of LaLande’s Keepers & Guests ! Similar to recording significant moments in a ‘Baby Book’...although for my children when they were quite young - I too recorded their cutest phrases and explanations......recently my now 18 yr old daughter found her ‘ Baby Book ‘ with the recorded phrases she used to so sweetly say - and she was in absolute Hysterics reading them all! So - Yes ! Take a moment or to - to record such things !.....it will prove to be a very entertaining and valuable recorded memory for years to come! Love from Ontario 🇨🇦
Wow that corsette is beautiful on you I see a ivory colored skirt with it
I love watching all of you, and the kitchen squirrel was so awesome. I haven’t laughed so hard for a while and today I needed it as I got a call that my mum was not doing good at all. She has been in a nursing home for a year and she got COVID and it has taken its toll. She lives an hour away from me. My daughter and I are being allowed to go see her, I’m so glad the nursing home is doing this. It would have broken my heart if she had to pass alone. I’m really sorry for my sadness but you and your 3 companions have made a sad day a much easier one. Thank you, all of you.
Barbara, sending you and your family lots of healing thoughts. Sorry your mum is not well, take care and remember the La Lande family is always here. Xxx ❤️❤️❤️
XOXOXO All my prayers for you, your mum and family!
Keeping your mum and all of your family in my heart and prayers🙏
Sorry your mum is not well. Sending you and your daughter big hugs. So glad you can go see her. Blessings.
@@amandalevy1227 thank you Amanda, the nursing home moved her so she is right across from the nursing station so they can keep a closer eye on her. I’m glad they did that as mum has gotten so weak that she is unable to move around but mum has a strong will and determination, she almost fell today, one of the nurses caught her before she hit the floor. She is 94 and has had a good life, she’s tired and I believe she is ready. I just need to wrap my head around losing her.
Selmar’s brain always working to improve anything for Lalonde, from Pagodas to paper plate settings....what an amazing guy.
Stephanie, what you could do with your beautiful journal, is use it as a "guest" book, put it in the bedrooms where the guests have a minute or two to sit and write down their adventures at La Lande, then you can go back and read it and store your journals in the library-who knows you may get a very famous person who's signature is worth thousands of dollars in 20 years from now~
I had the same thought as I was watching. I bet Stephanie could collect some wonderful memories that way.
Such a great idea!!
I love all of you, I can picture my mom and I there with all of you.. I'm hooked on watching you and your friends and family
Merry Christmas everyone at lalalend
The squirrel painting is so adorable! She is incredibly talented, cannot wait to see him framed in all his golden glory!!
The knife set was such a thoughtful and useful gift!!!
💞🤗💫🤗💫🤗💫🤗💫💐😁
I'm still smiling I absolutely adore
You All 🥰 love to all
Stay safe and well 💫💐
Biggest hugs ever 💞
After putting my dad to bed(he was recently diagnosed with dementia)i could finally settle down to watch your vlog stephanie, thank you so much as your vlogs are the highlight of my day 🥰🦚🎄🦋🌻
Love and good wishes for your father and yourself!
Thank you soo much isabelle,your message means a lot,love to you and percy♥️♥️♥️
....... Bless your heart ....... so glad the care taker is taking care of herself ...... 💚
❤️bless you and your dad. That is hard. xx
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Naty waving goodbye to Stephanie as she opens the Polish book 😂😂
The squirrel painting is the best, priceless! These just keep getting better, so delightful to see the diversity and love sent to the Lalande family. There's been alot of positives to come from lockdowns and I love to use Stephanie as an example, a covid success story to aspire to. 💖
What lovely thoughtful gifts from around the world. And what an even more wonderful gift, is to have two vlogs in one day.
Absolutely love Vera’s art!
"Thanks for being wonderful, beautiful and joyful".... Yes! My sentiments exactly!
Love Selmar’s jacket today!
Oh me too! So very handsome in that color!
Traditional Dutch design I think.
I love how the pretty pair of stays quickly turns into a dress to go over the stays, which - in the next sentence- advances to the addition of a petticoat for under the dress. And then - in the following sentence- what sounds like the inevitable pannier, is added. You're so adorable Stephanie. Thank you for your fearless sense of grandeur mixed with cuteness and kindness. I feel not weird when I watch you. ❤️😇
VERA I LOVE AND ADORE YOUR PAINTING! BEAUTIFUL! OF THE SQUIRREL, The card is divine Vera! Steph that story is hilarious! LOL
I just wanna say, Mandy has great camera skills 🖐🏻🤩🤚🏻 U go girl 😂🙌
On point ...
Awesome work Mandy!!!!
You all fill my heart with joy, so very much! I know that I am one of so many who are moved so positively by your vlogs, sweet Stephanie, and all your loving friends and family who star alongside you. These are hard times, and there is much hardship in our individual lives, but I have found that your vlogs really help me to be emulate your positive focus, which is something I always seek in the world around me. Thank you, Stephanie, and thank you, each one of you around her. I am aware of you all, and I am blessed by what you are sharing with all of us. May you all be blessed, as you bless all of us. 💖🙏💖
Such beautiful and wonderful gifts. And may I add, I love the room's wallpaper (print and colors). 😍
I think the next room you do should be a proper library for LaLande. Especially since you have received so many wonderful books, plates, and pieces of art this year. You need to start cataloguing them so you have an inventory of them all. Maybe Selmar would make some lovely LaLande bookcases and a library table. Once you decide which room to use, of course.
Thank you for adding joy to this world. Thank you.
Excellent jacket, Selmar!
I love watching these videos, I am amazed at peoples generosity and creativity. 💖
"Everything is Perfect!" - That is certainly a Lalande Quote! xo
Omg........spoiled rotten again...........it’s such a joy to watch this vlog and to know how much you are all appreciated around the world.....you have made this terrible time so happy............stay well........Donna in Toronto
Does anyone else get a kick out of Stephanie's Relationship with the different "cast of characters"? It's like she and Selma are an old married couple. Nati is like her sister and Philip is so her Best Friend Forever/Partner in crime with all things naughty. lol LOVE ALL OF THESE PEOPLE.
I highly recommend a visit to Poland, I especially loved the countryside in the south east. It's a beautiful country full of history and, the people are very kind, welcoming and funny. They are quite direct (which I like as what you see is what you get) but unfortunately some visitors to the country misinterpret this as rudeness which is absolutely not the case. WARNING: They love to feed their guests A LOT and the food is delicious so bring clothes with elasticated waistbands 😄
Amazing gifts, I love the thought that goes into the choosing of each item to suit the personality of the lucky recipient. The squirrel painting is beautiful and has a great sense of fun and character about it.
What beautiful artisanal books. I agree that those books deserve the very best thoughts or sayings to go into them. I think of Cat's wit and Mummy's comments. I love that the gifts received open up my world to other places and other people's creativity. I visit websites and mark them for visiting later. I tend to like my teas either herbal or classic without added flavourings, it seems to be a North American thing to add flavourings to teas and coffees. I am loving the advent calendar vlogs.
I came in 3/4 through so had to go back to the start.... more wonderful presents! The round blue and white paper mats can indeed be made into fabulous placemats and Selmar is the man for the job. Cork for the backs and some special paint finishes, I will email Nati with the method my sister used to turn recycled old placemats into totally new ones using a thin layer of printed paper napkins. As a retired Fashion Designer, I was most impressed with the beautiful corset Lynn made, very professional! I had books on pattern cutting, some on historical costume, I would have sent to Stephanie but I had already passed them on several years ago to a young fashion student, now working in theatre and TV, so they found a good home. But.. I do see one of the historical costume books on the bottom shelf of the bookcase in The Christmas Diaries! Love from Sydney...💗🦘
I will be looking for that book now, I’m on a quest. Dawn central coast NSW. ❤️🏖⛱🎄
Selmar you read my mind! Re the placemats !
Agree about Reading. I love reading alot, and especially eating ( Like most all of us lol )
The gifts were so lovely and the material is breathtaking! The jewelry was exquisite, and the colors looked perfect on both of you.
Such fun to look forward to relaxing with a cup of Tea or Coffee in the evening and opening up to Chataeu Laland. Thank you!
Stephane I Love Watching These Videos The Kindness Of People Lovely Team And Every Body So Happy God Bless You All 💕⛄️
Martini Glass Tip: Those big martini glasses are not only good for martinis. I have some which I use for desserts. Chocolate Mousse looks amazing served in them. Great to have even if you rarely ever use them for cocktails.
Thank you for another epic video!
You could have them (placemats) laminated! 🤗. The 10 years of calendars you could frame them as a New year project at the end of each year! 🤗
How beautifully you manage to lift one's spirit. Thank you. And Thank You for using "my room" this time...
I want some beautiful stays soo bad !! those were so perfectly fitted
The chorus of "Mmms!" So funny!
So happy and surprised to see this video today!
That black chinoiserie fabric would be beautiful to reupholster the dining room chairs with if you had enough. Chinoiserie on Chinoiserie...very Diana Vreeland.
I just love all the kindness and generosity of all that send in so many beautiful and thoughtful gifts. It truly reflects all of you at Chateau De lalande💕
What a joy to see an extra Cadeaux at the Chateau. So many thoughtful gifts from all over the world which in turn are now helping charities through your Vlogs
Love all the squirrel stories! Beautiful items!
My sister who passed away a few years ago would have gone wild for these diaries.............I have no doubt she would have dragged us over to France as soon as we could. Beautiful gifts.........thank you so much for doing these. I know we both benefit from them but they bring me such joy.!!
Wow 😳. I arrived late and am rewatching tonight to see everything I missed. Again, Stephanie, you make it such a joy!
Selmar, please pass those orange 🍊 biscuits my way! Yum! Love to you all.❤️
Just a tip from a fashion history nerd, to protect the beautiful stays, always wear a chemise or chemisette underneath. (A vest/tank works just as well, but doesn't give you the beautiful puffy ruffles of white, which btw was a sign of wealth - the more white fine fabric you could afford, the higher your socioeconomic standing - and people wanted those puffs and ruffles to show!) Corsets and bodies or stays were never meant to be worn next to the skin and aren't usually made to be washable (dry-cleaning works or for a quick fix - spray with alcohol) so a layer of cotton, linen or even silk was worn underneath. It also protects the wearer, making it softer and nicer to wear. I hope to see more historical dress at Lalande and I love how wonderfully the renaissance era suits you, Stephanie!
If you ever did a colab with American Dutchess I would just die of excitement! 😍😁
Your videos always make me smile and gasp and marvel at all the beauty (both visual and spiritual) that you show and receive. Thank you 💝
Great advice! Especially with so much polyester which may get sweaty!
@@twobluestripes Isn’t it lined with cotton?
Thank you for the detailed information and the pretty picture you painted of how the stays should be worn. It brought to my mind all the historical and cultural ladies who dressed in this way. Thanks!
Hello,
I actually follow American Duchess. When I saw the print at JoAnn’s (US Fabric store) I knew just what I wanted to make with it despite it being polyester. I specifically wanted her to know the fabric information so she knows how to clean it; & yes, the lining is cotton. I wish I could claim the stays/corset as my own design, but it is actually a simplicity sewing pattern colab. with the American Duchess. I went for the bigger size and I’m just glad they fit you Stephanie! I was contemplating about a chemise to include too, but I remember you made a cotton chemise-looking lounge wear as a project with Michael Patheric as he supposedly made his own robe as well! I’m just happy to see you wear them!
I also follow Priorattire and she makes all of her costumes and sells them too. She’s very historical with her projects. I had made more stays after that! 🥰❤️❤️❤️
@@oceanbrzzz yes it is!
Phillip man of my own heart with a love of cute little creatures. They could go in any out building esp' the little critter ones. STEPH! you could put a set in Mummys garden green house and shed! I would maybe put in a few locations going by the calendar.
and he loved the little knitted acorn before decorating the tree..
Love the casual bedroom vibe. When we eventually come the Chambre Perse might be my no. 1 choice of rooms,
It has no shower. Only a clawfooted tub😂🥳
And lots of love to all of you🥰 thank you for brightening our days and celebrating the spirit of christmas . Its truly wonderful🙏
Having watched and adored all your vlogs, I need to tell you Stephanie that you are extremely special and I feel privileged to have discovered you. Each person is enveloped with love the result of which brings out
personalities of charm, wit and goodness besides all their and your talents. You truly are a Godsend. Much love to you all. Happy Christmas🦚
Love that you dress a little formal for the opening of the presents. Selmar looks very dapper in his jacket.
Another delightful vlog. Watching Philip treasuring the picture of the squirrel I am keeping my fingers crossed that Santa Claus brings him his mouse.
Oh, YES! Philip needs his very own Christmas mouse🤗 Sinterklaas, are you listening?
Imagine my surprise seeing Khong Guan biscuit from my home country, Malaysia. Sure goes well with tea! Love this vlog. Waiting for next one
luv you name
oh, Tomaz... another of the wonderful people who immediately brought comfort, satisfaction and hope to Isabelle's desire for productivity and order - gorgeous...
@cate... You put your finger on it! Tomaz was able to satisfy mummy's need for orderliness... And with a creative flair. Well done @tomazfq
Lovely gifts, l have been to Waterford crystal and watched gorgeous crystal glass being made, yes it cost a Fortune in the shop!. Loved the book and just bought a copy from amazon which arrives on Tuesday, can't wait. Just loving advent it is so much fun, thank you for sharing. xx
Be sure to wear something under the stays! It will help keep the garment clean and your skin comfortable.
STEFANIE’s voice while reading is like an ASMR! Stephanie you should be a professional narrator. Wishing I was there with you all this very moment! Happy Holidays! Cheers!
Hmmn... a really good idea to plan your lake landscape while you can access it for construction, like a gazebo on stilts. A fantastic opportunity. PS: keep in mind your high water mark. The first thing we built at our abandoned lakefront cabin was the dock, so that we could come and go in the boat. We undertook construction before consulting the “ elder and wiser “ neighbours. In perpetuity my husband id now “ Dock Allen” and I am “ she who walks on water” .. due to the high water level rising above the dock!
Dear Stephanie and everyone at la Lande,
I adore waking up each day to your sparkling vlogs...the joy and energy you radiate gives us all renewed purpose...with love to you all for a Wonderful Christmas.
Sandi (Australia) 🌲🌲❤️🌲🌲
As another Australian, they make me so happy too. I’ve learnt so much from the gift unwrapping that I’ve even ordered things for myself. I love pausing the vlogs so I can go to deep research on something I’m interested in. Dawn Central Coast NSW. Christmas wishes to all. 🎄🎄🎄🎄
Love everything and everyone in lalande
Oh how exciting! I wasn’t expecting a present unboxing video today. Can not wait!
I Love David's tea. My son buys it for me for a treat.
You could use those lovely paper blue and white placemats as plate protectors in your china cabinet
Wow Joan .... you are a Rockstar !!!! Those are unbelievably gorgeous martini glasses. I think Lalonde needs to start trying different styles of martinis. I highly recommend Vespers
I have Polish heritage and I love Polish pottery, I have a small collection of it.
Love watching the gift videos! So many thoughtful people around the world. I love the stays on you, but you have to wear a chemise under it! Despite what Hollywood wants you to believe, you don't wear the stays against your bare skin. They're too hard to wash! Wear the linen (or silk, if you prefer) against your skin that can absorb the sweat and oils from your skin and be washed.
You know who Ryan Reynolds is right? He’s the guy who plays Deadpool. He’s a Canadian legend at this point. He’s been acting for many years. Used to have a show called the odyssey. You need to google him. He’s hilarious! This is awesome!
Love this guy and his wife. Such a nice and fun couple !
He is hilarious! His "feud" with Hugh Jackman is legendary.
Stephanie Jarvis ---. RYAN REYNOLDS !,,, OMG
WoW! Amazing trove of very lovely and unique gift items! How fun is that?
Selmar can make frames from scrap wood... a nice winter project for the calendar prints... !!!
I have had some Shogun knives for 32 years now, (sadly you can not buy them anymore) still very sharp but I bought some Sabatier knives a while ago because I wanted the best 😊
Perfect! Perfect! Perfect! Nothing else to say. Love & Peace to all at LA LANDE
How did we get so lucky to have two wonderful videos in one day?!? And such amazing and creative gifts. I loved all of them, but the squirrel painting stole my heart 🥰 Thank you so much, Stephanie and company, for sharing all the love and laughter. I subscribe to Magnolia magazine and agree that it’s manifesto equally is LaLande’s.
I enjoyed this video even more than usual! I had a pot of tea from my David's Tea advent calendar this afternoon, and made a G&T with Aviation Gin before sitting down to watch, so I almost felt like I was there with you! I don't care for David's Creme of Earl Grey, and I wonder if you hit upon the reason why--it just doesn't taste like I expect Earl Grey to taste! My favorites are the Classic Earl Grey and the Countess Grey from Fortnum and Mason, which I tried after seeing it on one of your vlogs. It's not easy to get here in the US, but it is possible! Thank you for continuing to spread positivity and beauty during these difficult times.
Use the red book or get another one as a memories book of all the great people that stay and help with your beautiful home. Their name on the page and have each one write or draw something that will remind you of them when they are off on other adventures. Love you all from Canada
Oh I love being with you whenever you send out a video. Thank you so much!! P.S. the little 'boat' from Canada is actually a canoe. xoxox Cathy from Canada!
Ryan Reynolds and his friend ? Mc Elhinney have just bought Wrexham Football Club in North Wales, UK to save it. What a guy!🙂
You folks are my most favorite thing to watch everyday. Such a pleasure!
Stephanie, you will love the weekly live youTube videos from the Frick collection, NYC, "Cocktails with a Curator"!
I never thought I'd have so much fun watching 2 dutchmen and 2 ladies in a bed playing with knives
2 videos in one day 💕
You use the fire starter to create a spark to start a fire. Build a wood pile with wood and kindling. Strike quickly in a downward direction towards the kindling. You can probably find a video on you tube. It's called flint and steel.
Little bit of cotton wool or shavings from Selmars woodworking!
Strike it with the back of the knife that it came with 👍🏼
Vera’s paintings are so delightful!
That’s my very favorite wallpaper! Stephanie’s beautiful bed goes perfectly in the room. ❣️Confucius say, “Man who eat crackers in bed have crummy sleep.”
Goodness, I so love the presents videos. I always feel so warm and fuzzy after I watch them. :-)
I'm from Waterford. Never wash Waterford glass in hot water or it will break. Luke warm water, hand wash only.
And do not hold the stem when drying and twist it 😧I used to sell Waterford and other crystal and would always advise customer about washing one glass at a time etc etc
I have always wanted to go to the factory to see how such beauty is created. Wonderful craftsmanship. Will forever be my favorite. Had some that I brought home from duty free shop in Ireland but I lost it all in a house fire. Love it!!
Stephanie, if Selmar can make them water resistant you could use those placemats for the B & B breakfast guests. Nice touch, in the morning.
I think the next room you do should be a proper library for LaLande. Especially since you have received so may beautiful books a
Enjoying now watching your older blogs such wonderful episodes to fill my nights, thank you Stephanie and LeLanders!💕
Oh lalalala some Martini glasses that.
The little boat that says Canada is a canoe, a paddling boat yes but pointed at both ends, used by the voyageurs to portage down the rivers many many years ago, now used more for pleasure. Great gifts, my daughter used to work for David’s Tea for a few years so I know most of the teas very well and that was a good choice. Wish I was there, greetings from Canada 🍁 🇨🇦
I love how the chateau brings the whole world together. Thank you all both at the chateau and people over the world.
Some amazing gifts.....you all are loved❣️