Grey Gardens Collections pink hydrangea with pink stripes!

Available only at www.greygardenscollections.com.

I Only Mark the Hours That Shine ~ Little Edie’s 1929 Diary is now available on Kindle

“Andy Warhol’s Exposures” includes a chapter on the Beales. This is the origin of the photograph of Little Edie that will be auctioned at Christie’s on April 5th, 2013. This is the book where Andy Warhol published a photograph of Little Edie and it was one of the same series that we are offering in the auction.

Warhol named this chapter “The Best Family” and he started his introduction to the Beales by saying “I think the best family in the world is the Kennedy-Onassis-Bouvier-Beale-Radziwill family.” He goes on to say that “they have so many great characteristics in the family. He lists them all and included is “Edie Jr.” as we know her “Little Edie.”

Andy Warhol writes that just like Jackie and Lee were the best sister act in town, Big Edie and Little Edie were the best mother-daughter act. He had visited Grey Gardens a few years before Big Edie died and he said that he went into Big Edie’s bedroom and wrote “Even though she was in her seventies, she was beautiful. She had a lot of pure white hair, a beautiful straight nose, and big blue eyes.” He also mentions when Little Edie came into the bedroom and mentions “Her head was wrapped in a scarf because she shaved her hair off years ago….” – and he goes on to say “She looked very glamorous in that brown silk scarf.” This is the scarf that she is wearing in the photo that will be auctioned on April 5th.

Andy Warhol found the Beales intriguing and he seemed to enjoy the element of surprise around them. In the Exposures he talks about Big Edies funeral and how the priest made a speech about Big Edie and in the end pushed a button to play the song “We Belong Together” in which Big Edie had recorded in her opera voice.

Don’t miss this opportunity to own this signed photograph by Andy Warhol that Little Edie was very proud of. Happy Bidding!

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“Andy Warhol’s Exposures” was published by Grosset and Dunlap in New York in 1979

Little Edie Cuff With Diamonds by Grey Gardens Collections

Little Edie loved wearing cuffs as seen in some photos of Edie in the late 1930′s and 40′s. Edie had quite a collection of costume jewelry. We designed this piece inspired by Edie  and added pave diamonds to the center of the flower. Made of sterling silver with close to 1 carat of diamonds in the center. Designed by E. Beale of Grey Gardens Collections and offered exclusively at www.greygardenscollections.com. Also available in yellow, white or rose gold as a special order (price on request).

Antique Crystal Wedding Cake Chandelier

Elegant European Crystal Chandelier - Grey Gardens Style – Decorating With Light

I have always been passionate about chandeliers. Walking into a room with antique crystal chandeliers is always so warm and adds so much to the decor.  Light truly influences the mood of the home and I have purchased a few chandeliers and they have transformed my home.

Rachel Ashwell inspired me to have more than one in my home. I enjoy her books and met her on two occasions. I adore her style and although Grey Gardens chic is a bit different, I enjoy some of the same fabrics,ironstone, paintings,and lighting fixtures as Rachel does.

There are many different styles of crystal chandeliers- each with their own charm.  Some have more lights, others are more subtle, but they all have the potential to enhance the decorated room or make it more appealing.

This is the first time I am offering a chandelier plus sconces on my website. I fell in love with these  pieces and thought you might share my opinion. This chandelier is available for purchase on the Grey Gardens Collections website here.

Above is a photo of a magnificent late 19th to early 20th century multi-tiered wedding cake crystal chandelier, the top crowned with a cascading crystals attached to a central frame, which supports 5 arms that end in alternating lights and crystal prisms.

Another lighting accessory in the same category are wall sconces.

Antique sconces on wall

To the left you see a photo of a similar pair adding a great look to the room. Photo courtesy of  Nextstepantiques.

The photo you see below is actually a pair of crystal sconces that match the style of the wedding chandelier.  They too are lovely and will accent any room.

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Elegant and simple antique crystal sconces

Grey Gardens Hydrangea Fabric in White Linen, with our new Grey Gardens China Place Setting.

So fresh! 

What a gorgeous set of Marseille faience! This is from New French Country by Linda Dannenberg.

The caption reads:

Rosaline Bacou’s superb collection of 18th century Marseille faience, adorned with characteristic florals, is displayed at the Abbaye de Saint-Andre in Villeneuve-les Avignon.

Grey Gardens Hydrangea Fabric in White Linen

Our Grey Gardens Hydrange fabric in white linen is in stock and ready to ship. Order by the yard at Greygardenscollections.com

Both the first and second editions of the book can be ordered online here at Greygardenscollections.com. Each book is signed by the Eva Beale.

And check back at Grey Gardens Collections. We’ve got new products coming very soon!

Grey Gardens Hydrangea Fabric on Antique Linen

Available in Antique Linen and White, our Grey Gardens Hydrangea fabric is hand printed in the USA, on 100% Belgian Cotton linen for a luxurious look for the home. Completely fresh and unique, you will not find another fabric like this on the market.

Grey Gardens Hydrangea Fabric on Antique Linen

Details:

Luxurious 100% Belgian Cotton Linen, hand printed in the USA.

Width: 50-1/2″
Horizontal Repeat: 25″ 
Vertical Repeat: 25″

Two colorways: Antique linen (above) and white linen (below)

$300/yard. Order Grey Gardens Fabric online here.

Grey Gardens Hydrangea Fabric on White Linen

Grey Gardens Hydrange fabric is also available at these fine showrooms and retail stores:

Showrooms:

Kenneth McDonald Designs in Costa Mesa Ca
Keith McCoy in Los Angeles
Partridge Associates in San Francisco Ca
Southbay Design Center in San Jose Ca
B Berger in New York City New York and Dallas, Texas
Designsource in Hartford Connecticut
Design Concepts to the Trade Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Tulsa Design Concept Tulsa Oklahoma
AE Monroe Showroom, Beachwood, Ohio

Retail stores:

Summerhouse, Mill Valley Ca
The Design House , Southampton NY

Please also visit this fabulous blog at CotedeTexas for a truly wonderful overview of Grey Gardens style!