Pia Jane Bijkerk, June 27, 2009, Amsterdam.
Just back from Amsterdam an hour ago and can't wait to tell you about our fantastic time there! For now, here are photos of the fabulous Pia Jane Bijkerk, author, stylist and blogger extraordinaire. I took these photos Saturday afternoon at the book-signing in Spui Square for Pia's new book Paris: Made by Hand.
If you love Paris, you'll adore this book! It's brimming with insider tips about more than 50 Paris shops and studios that feature hand-made or unique goods. I've lived in Paris for more than eight years and thought I knew my way around many of the hidden gems and treasure haunts. Thanks to Pia, I've learned about some new must-visit places. Her experience as a stylist and her eye as a photographer combine for a must-have guide for your next shopping excursion.
Read Pia's account of her first book-signing here.
Pia decorated an American Book Center vitrine with a DIY (Do It Yourself) theme. Alas, these photos don't do her creative work justice. It was a bright, sunny day and I had only a telephoto lens with me.
Check back Tuesday for more photos and stories from Amsterdam.
Tara,
Wow! I JUST bought this book this afternoon downtown at Borders on Powell Street! I have been reading about it on blogs for a few weeks and kept intending to look for it. Then today it was just "there"... on a shelf as I searched for something else.
THEN I came by your blog this evening, just thinking of you and wondering what you might be taking pictures of and writing about. And AGAIN... serendipity! You have written about Pia. Love your description of Amsterdam and so happy you linked to this earlier post.
You always make me smile!
ox, Joan
Posted by: Joan O'Connor | 08 July 2009 at 07:46
Love the pictures- have such a joie de vivre feel!
Posted by: patsy | 06 July 2009 at 15:32
So glad to have stopped by in time to see photos from Amsterdam, one of my dream cities, and to learn about a new exciting blogger. I'm off to visit Pia's site. Thanks, Tara! Hugs, K.
Posted by: Karen Carter | 06 July 2009 at 14:55
I have been thinking about buying the book. Thinking about it because I don't usually buy a book I haven't read. Anyway. You just sold me.
Posted by: Relyn | 06 July 2009 at 01:30
I used to read Pia's blog and then I lost the bookmark when I switched computers. I'm so glad you reminded me of her terrific blog. Love that blue and white feather paper.
Posted by: dutchbaby | 03 July 2009 at 16:49
How exciting Tara!
Pea and her book sound excellent!Off to meet her now!
Glad you had fun in Amsterdam!
xox
Constance
Posted by: Rochambeau | 02 July 2009 at 21:25
Another book in the cart!
Posted by: Chris | 01 July 2009 at 23:45
How lucky you got to meet her! Enjoying your blog xoxo
Posted by: Michelle | 30 June 2009 at 21:54
She is a doll! This must have been a fantastic trip...cannot wait to see more...
x..x
off to visit Pia's site
Posted by: Stephanie | 30 June 2009 at 20:16
Tara dear .. .
Welcome back ... . . sounds like a divine journey!
Great pics of Pia and her beautiful book .. . it sounds like
a must have -
Posted by: judith | 30 June 2009 at 18:25
Thanks for this am off to add to my amazon wishlist. your photo of Pia really captured energy.
Posted by: ainelivia | 30 June 2009 at 13:34
Welcome back Tara. I just took a look at Pia's blog and she has given you a lovely mention. I love Amsterdam but haven't been for ages.
Found a shop in Oxford the other day that you would have absolutely LOVED. I did a post yesterday, take a look (temptation!!!)
Posted by: Di Overton | 30 June 2009 at 09:36
Lucky girl!!! I would have loved to have been there!!!!
Posted by: Yoli | 30 June 2009 at 05:51
Oh that book has been on my list! After I read Pia's blog, I wondered if your paths would cross. Sweet!
These pictures are lovely.
xo
Posted by: Christina | 30 June 2009 at 03:01
I was standing behind you at the booksigning ....so nice to now have a face with this blog. Time to go in lurk-mood again :)
Posted by: Irene | 30 June 2009 at 01:47
No apology needed for telephoto lens--these photos are great!
Posted by: Helen | 30 June 2009 at 00:51
That book looks like fun to read. And Amsterdam, how awesome.
Posted by: tangobaby | 29 June 2009 at 22:48