Au Petit Bonheur La Chance?

[greyghost1]

Has anyone visited this shop? It's located at 13 rue de St-Paul 4e. Don't remember where I got the review of it from. It remains on my must visit list. The woman that created the store is Maria Pia Varnier, a native Parisian. SHe originally specialized in kitchenware but her stock varies. She wraps purchases in vintage christmas paper. Just curious.

[Becky (Berkeleytravelers)]

I haven't heard of it, but it sounds well worth a look - thanks!

[ladyjicky]

Never heard of it but I like the vintage christmas wrapping paper! Very excentric.

[GitteK]

parisbreakfasts.blogspot.com/2007/01/au-petit-bonheur-la-chance.html

Found a link to a blog, where you can see pics from the shop !

[Anne]

Thanks for the link Gitte . I would love to rummage through these shelves ...

[Happygoin]

Oh, I hope that sistereurope sees this thread...she doesn't know it yet, but she and luckymama are going to this shop in December... ;D

[Shoesy]

Happy - Have you added days to your trip? With a list like yours you're going to have to be in Paris for quite a long time.

[Happygoin]

That's what I keep telling SE. I did try to add days on to the trip. But the penalty would have been $500+. And since I only paid $570 for airfare, I couldn't really justify it. That's why I've decided to give up sleeping for the duration of the trip. I should be able to fit everything in that way.

But honestly, this little shop is a definite. I'll give up something else to go here. It is EXACTLY the sort of place I love...and the blog mentioned by Gitte is terrific (I've bookmarked it). Thanks greyghost!

[sistereurope]

Oh don't worry Happy - I know that I can speak for LM and say that we'd both be more than happy to go there!
I LOVE those coffee bowls - do you think I should bring an extra suitcase??!

[Truffaut]

I've been there. There are a few antiques shops along the street and in the courtyards (nothing fabulous, but a few that are somewhat interesting). Her shop is attractive and interesting. I wouldn't go out of my way to go there, but if you're in the area--perhaps for lunch at Le Rouge-Gorge....

[annettecinca]

Happy & Sis, I was planning to buy the place out, but since you'll be there shortly after me, I'll leave you a few things!

[sistereurope]

Annette - Great! You can let us know if it's worth fitting into happy's already overcrowded schedule...
And if so, yes, please leave some coffee bowls for me (happy you're on your own) !! ;D

[Happygoin]

Great...thanks guys. Maybe you'll leave a doorknob for me?

[annettecinca]

There are several places I want to check out in this area, so maybe after lunch at L'as we'll skip over there. I'll fill you in! I was thinking those coffee bowls would be perfect for holding coarse salt next to the stove.

[Happygoin]

Annette...I really look forward to your opinion on this place. From the pictures, it looks like a place I'd love to visit. When are you going to Paris?

[annettecinca]

We'll be there Nov. 23-Dec 3 Hopefully I'll have my trip reports posted before you leave!

[suzanne]

There is another shop I like that sells similar things. I cannot recall the name. It is located in the Passage Jouffroy. There is also another favorite of mine in this passage. It is called Valentins. A wonderful little place for tea or lunch. Fabulous homemade pastries, candies and jams. My family particulary liked the Christmas Jam. Owned by a very nice couple. They do not speak English so brush up.

[Happygoin]

Funny...that's one of the passages on my list that I haven't got to yet. I'll have to add that to my ever-growing Must-Do's.

I hope those great cafe cremes have loads of caffeine in them...I'm going to need it

[geordy]

What are your dates again Happy ;D??

[suzanne]

Although, Viviene is more beautiful, Jeoffroy has (imo) more character. Another thing to love about Paris. The passages.