Hi everyone! I really hope you enjoy this episode. All of the books mentioned in this video are linked in the description above. Also, tomorrow (Sat May 1) I will be sending out the April newsletter which will include a preview of the designs for my new homeware collection - if you haven't subscribed to the newsletter and would like to do so, head to nicolasfairford.com and fill in the form that pops up. Have a great weekend x x Nicolas

@AliSkarsgard

3 жыл бұрын

Done! Actually last week! (Newsletter) Oh how I love your channel and your style. Super excited about your mid-week vlog as well. Thank you for giving us all a little more beauty in our lives by tuning in. Stay safe & cuddles to darling Sofie💕

@madalinaserban2551

3 жыл бұрын

Oh, how wonderful! Dear Nicolas, your shall be my very first proper teawear collection. I have decided I shall simply wait for it... It is such a joy to see you, read you and listen to you. Therefore, again, thank you!! Sending you much joy from my side as well xx Madalina

@BeHappy-ct8rs

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Nicolas. I recently discovered your videos. I enjoy them very much and I love that you’re showing us some of your favorite interior books. I love collecting those as well. Do you have Barbra Streisand /My passion for design? It’s wonderful! If you haven’t seen it, I encourage you to check it out . I know you’d love it. I never knew she had such an eye for design and collected so many wonderful antiques. Her home is amazing. *I the got the book after watching her talking about it on Oprah- years ago! Haha! Thank you for sharing your ideas and interior style with us. All the best! -Carmen (from Alaska) =)

@passplus1

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent. Really looking forward to seeing the design previews for your homeware collection. Ideas for future vlogs - to vary afternoon tea a bit - so you do not serve the same every time, recipe for orange scented scones without fruit. How about making strawberry conserve or jam - as we will soon be in strawberry season. How to take and grow a plant cutting. Of course, I am looking forward to all the vlogs outside and around Edinburgh, but you will not always want to be outside.

@versailles1986

3 жыл бұрын

Very well presented! I, too, share your passion for books, all type of books.... Books are like old, familiar friends, always there, always bringing a smile to your face, peace to your soul and warmth to your heart.

It's so nice to know there are other old souls out in the world who are my age. We're a rare breed!

@hurst-cs2jh

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Amy 😊

@_Alexandertheluxe_

3 жыл бұрын

bonjour amy 🥂

@savdesilva359

3 жыл бұрын

cheers Amy 🥂

Is there any better way to begin a weekend than with a new Nicolas Fairford video? I think not.

@katiasaporta2250

3 жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you , I am a new follower, and I am delighted to say the least!!

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so happy you feel this way!

@katiasaporta2250

3 жыл бұрын

@@NicolasFairford thank you , greetings from Chile 🇨🇱

@wendyalane1

Жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@50hellkat2

Жыл бұрын

With an old video. Love these book reviews for ASMR.

An Angel sent to us in the form of Nicolas. Your sweetness and inspiration flows, thank you!

@ivanhenry2968

3 жыл бұрын

An angel left on earth by mistake.

@ericaj.m.1780

3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely, Nicholas you really are a treasure 🌻🥀🌻🥀

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

That's so sweet - thank you so much!

*IDEAS FOR NEXT VIDEOS* - Place setting collection (Plates, bowls, cups..) - Vintage/Antique collection - Vintage/Antique tours (Going to shops, buying tips..) - Wardrobe tour/Favorites: I'm curious if you like vintage clothing... - MOOD BOARD TOUR: Showing us your favorite atmospheres maybe through a Collage/Pinterest? Thanks so much, LOVE THIS CHANNEL :) Hugs from Spain

@marinamerch

3 жыл бұрын

Wow the mood board tour sounds fun😍✨

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all of your excellent ideas

@wendyalane1

Жыл бұрын

@@NicolasFairford Love these ideas!

KZread recommended your channel to me and I could not be more thankful! You have such a calming voice and presence. As a thirty year old who is a homebody, I sometimes wonder if I’m not exciting enough, and your channel helps me to be comfortable with being who I am! You are so confident in what you love and it is so refreshing. Have a wonderful weekend, Nicolas!

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

I am so glad to hear that the channel helps you to feel more comfortable with who you are! Thank you so much x

@wendyalane1

Жыл бұрын

I love your comment Teresina

As an American, thank you so much for your kind and appreciative view of First Lady Jacqueline Lee Bouvier Kennedy Onassis.Memories of her are fading but it should not be.Her wit and gentile manners should be revered for many years to come.Beautiful video as always,thank you.

@jsmith5509

3 жыл бұрын

@ Ellen Lee, class recognizes class.

@mindyr7302

3 жыл бұрын

I would love to find that Estate book!

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

She is one of my idols and I will always come back to her again and again for inspiration x

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

She is one of my idols and I will always come back to her again and again for inspiration x

What a fabulous video... thank you for not putting music over your calm, elegant voice. Relaxing and informative. You sir are a prince amongst men 🌹🙏🏼

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Very kind - thank you!

I love this approach, Nicholas, where you are turning the page and talking to us.What a great way to engage viewers! Thank you : )

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed it!

After Nicolas recommended "Inspirational Interiors" a few vlogs ago; I ordered it and this beautiful book does not disappoint. Can't wait for the new Wednesday vlog vignettes.

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

So glad you like the book as much as I do x

Yes 2 videos a week yes❤️❤️❤️😁

Wonderful news! I look forward to your “short” but sweet video on Wednesday. Thank you Nicolas🙏🏻❤️

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

Dear Nicolas, this was so lovely, I loved getting a peek into the books ! Thank you.

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

So happy you enjoyed it!

Oh my gosh!!! I’m so excited for 2 episodes a week!!

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you will enjoy!

Hi Nicolas from California! Your voice is so SOOTHING 😭😭😭 can you do a video of a day in your life:))

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, I have already done this video. I'll link it here for you: kzread.info/dash/bejne/dJN61JOAotLXe7Q.html

@Barb6106

3 жыл бұрын

I’m from California as well and I agree..I know you did one, but perhaps an update? You are fascinating -and I am interested in how people in other countries spend their day. Thank you so much for any video you do.. love this channel.

Nick, Your passions for the little things, humility of heart, and teachable spirit are all the reasons we love to watch. Each video you produce is truly a symphony of serenity. Thank you. And thank you for your courage to be just you.

You truly are perfection ! Bless

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

So kind - thank you x

Yay, two videos a week!!! Thank you Nicolas; I know it is lots of work on your part!! Kind of you to do it. ❤❤ Great book suggestions!!

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

It's a pleasure x

Delicious ...... Who doesnt need a wednesday pick me up? Touches my heart the way you know what we need. You literally have pulled me thru this quarantine.

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Wow, so happy I could help in my own small way x

Yay! A new video! Going to pour a cup of tea, sit back, and enjoy this🥰

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoyed it!

Thank you for sharing! I purchased the Second Bloom book after you recommended it in your floral arrangement video. It is indeed a beautiful work of art. Looking forward to Tea Time Treats!!! Thank you so much!

Yay!! What a wonderful announcement! Thank you for your continued inspiration of elegance and happiness.

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Truly a pleasure x

Hello sweet boy, sending you love and hugs and blessings from your Gram in Massachusetts.....Thanks for the education on the books you showed. Coming from Massachusetts we never forget the Kennedys. I was 13 when the president got assassinated, and stays fresh in my mind where I was when that happened. Thank you for honoring the First lady, she was the epitome of grace and class..

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words!

I’m not always a big commenter, but I felt it necessary and proper today. It goes without saying how much you are enjoyed, thoroughly. When you said you had a big announcement, I figured it was something to join, financially. Then you ventured forth with how you were adding a video.. I waited for it.. the cost.. and then you said, it was to lift our spirits and get us through the hump of midweek. That’s when I new.. you are a class act.. and a giver, not just a taker. Someone that does for the joy it brings in being appreciated. I think our numbers are dwindling.. you give me great hope, and I thank you for it. You are a beauty, in all aspects.

A real pleasure to meet you on Fridays, thank you for sharing your exquisite and special idea of beauty. Love from Italy.

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! x

So wonderful, as always. Books have always been my best friends since I was young and they were my form of escape from a very unhappy household and school life. They've remained my best friends and I built up quite a library of over 600 books at one time. Unfortunately, I have sold many of them, I'm down to about a hundred and fifty of my favorites. I have found many signed and inscribed first editions in thrift shops for one or two dollars, including ones signed and inscribed by Erte, Jose Quintero, Mercedes D A'costa, Armistead Maupin, and many others. Whenever I've moved, my books always were shipped with me. Anyway, another wonderful episode, all of which I'm enjoying so much.

The first book you reviewed is the first interior design book I bought in 1990s. Beautiful book with classic ideas and styles. As relevant today as it was then. Thank you for the memories Nicholas. Best wishes from Ireland 💚

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

It's such a good one isn't it!

I need to revisit interior design books

I would love a video about linen and fabrics

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Good idea!

Totally happy about tea time video sessions! Thanks Nicholas! With love, from Hawaii! ❤️🌈🌴🌺

This episode was wonderful! Thank you so much for taking us through the pages, pointing out beautiful details of each book with your soothing voice. It felt like experiencing story time again, a wonderful calming memory! Looking forward to more of this please!

@hurst-cs2jh

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Dorothy

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad to know that you enjoyed this episode!

Also, thank you for sharing your private books. They are all wonderful. My favorite book is very petite. It's a copy of Diaries of a Young Poet, Rilke. I feel I am in the room with him and I find a lot of inspiration visiting.

Dear Nicholas, I ordered “In And Out of the Garden” after your recommendation, and it’s just arrived. I wanted to say Thank You, what an absolutely delightful little book. As a keen gardener it really is a little treasure that I will keep forever ❤️

I was hoping you’d make this video! Because I remember watching another video where you had mentioned a book you kept going back to since it was so comprehensive and timeless, and I was kicking myself that I didn’t write down the name and lost track of which video. Thanks for these recommendations. Your videos are always a delight!

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

So glad it was useful! x

@neilchisholm797

3 жыл бұрын

Such a useful video. I loved all those books. A rummage in your bookcase would be a complete delight.

Nicolas, I keep coming back to this video because it has a calming effect on me. In addition to providing great information, you're also an awesome ASMRtist. ♥️

I enjoyed this most of all your blogs. I am an older person in a large Victorian house built in 1900 gothic style . We have lived here for 40 years. Both house and garden are my joy. I have both what would be now called vintage, curtains , cushions etc mainly Colfax and Fowler and William Morris. They are my favourites .i think the best way of designing your home is to think of what you love rather than follow designers.

@eileenmc8808

2 жыл бұрын

That sounds so wonderful! We built our home in 1990 in the Queen Anne Victorian style but there is nothing like the character and quality of the real McCoy.😌

@carolking6355

2 жыл бұрын

@@eileenmc8808 hello Eileen, I’m sure your house is delightful . It certainly sounds it. You built what you love and that is what is important. 🥰

This was lovely! Can't wait till Wednesday this is going to be such fun❤️🥂🙏

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear you're looking forward to it!

If you’re ever in Southern California I highly recommend a visit to the Huntington Library, Museum, and Botanical Gardens. It is the estate of Henry Huntington who made his fortune building railroads in the area over 100 years ago. Over the years he purchased works of art, manuscripts, and other artifacts from the declining English aristocracy at the time. And there is little doubt you haven’t seen the gardens before. Being near Los Angeles the gardens have been used in many films and television shows. A wonderful place my boyfriend and I love going to (and coincidentally the location of our first date!)

@chefevilee9566

3 жыл бұрын

Oh this is wonderful information! I am actually going to be at a conference in Carlsbad in 2022??? Anyway I had known of the Huntington library because they have facsimile books of the dead sea scrolls. I had even thought about going there to maybe see if I could view the books? But now I know I’m going there!

@ChocolateAristocrat

3 жыл бұрын

The Huntington Library and Gardens is a special place for my family and I also. My first visit was in the 80’s and my children enjoyed the Tea Room so much I eventually opened one in Seattle. Books, gardens and tea💕 = Heaven

@chefevilee9566

3 жыл бұрын

@@ChocolateAristocrat Well this is even more wonderful additional information! So when you say they have a tea do they have high tea? Oh I just went and looked they sure do! So I will save my first high tea for that important business trip of my husbands!

@davids6898

3 жыл бұрын

As much as I’ve evidently made you all so excited I hate being the bearer of some bad news. The Tea Room is currently closed for renovations. They plan to upgrade the indoor dining space and modernize the kitchen, develop new restrooms, and create a pavilion on the eastern side which would open up to the Shakespeare Garden for exterior dining. It plans to reopen in 2022 but I do not know when. Assumably by the summer season but I don’t know how they can be so quick.

@chefevilee9566

3 жыл бұрын

@@davids6898 Well thank you for the update! As I stated I won’t be going until 2022 anyway. It’s a vectorworks Convention so it will take place in either April or November. I myself am hoping it’s November because of the whale watching season in Newport Beach California. So I will put it on the list to check in on either month. 😀

Thank s Angel . I too love books . When I down sized I still moved 10 ooo ponds of books . I can not live without books .❤️

Thank yoU Nicolas so much! Great food for thought this episode! I hope yoU had fun at your garden party last episode🌾 Im looking forward to your bonus episode each week on Wednesday. Wishing yoU continued inspiration...until next time💛

Thoroughly enjoyed your insight into these books. Looking forward to Wednesday. Take care and enjoy your weekend.

Totally wonderful episode especially as most of Canada is back in various states of lockdown! Beauty is so important now!!! Gardens, flowers, tea settings, understanding how to really fancy up a table and making use of light!!! Thanks for ALL you do!!!! 🌹🌹🌹🌎🌍🌏🚲🚲🚲⛵⛵⛵

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Sending you my thoughts x

@TheZeyre

3 жыл бұрын

@@NicolasFairford Thank you!

Classic, flowered chintz will never, ever go out of style. I really love polished chintz which is what I grew up with. It's so nice and cool for summer and it brightens up a room so much. I think you commented in one of your videos that you were thinking of recovering your flowered chairs and I gasped. I think they are so classic and timeless. I hope you do another chintz. Sidenote: I want "Cathy's" Nantucket cottage! It's just incredible..

You are really educating me Nicolas. I thought I would have no interest in these books and I found myself completely engrossed. I also find my eyes closing sometimes and I find the reason being that you have such a soft lovely relaxing voice. You should run courses teaching people how to talk and behave. You’re one in a million.

For a "tea time" video, take us on a visit to your favorite antique store, an estate sale, or "garage sale" (that's what we call them in the states) and show us things that catch your eye (things you are drawn to )or something that you would consider purchasing to bring it new life in your collection of things. Super excited that I get to enjoy your lovely content 2 times a week now! Yay!

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

Great idea - Thank you so much

Another lovely video. Thank you. Looking forward to your new mid-week videos! Stay safe!

Mr Charm and Elegance personified, very rare in someone so young, really enjoy your channel.

I am so excited that you are adding Tea Time Treats! This will be so nice and so positive! Thank you!

Glad you used your silver teapot... so elegant!

No matter how busy my day is.....I know I can unwind and relax while enjoying your videos 🌷🌻

@hurst-cs2jh

3 жыл бұрын

Hi

I really enjoyed the books with your added commentary. You’re a delight to watch and your idea of a midweek treat is welcoming for us all, thank you for taking us away into a beautiful majestic peaceful world you live in each week.

I find it’s much more satisfying thumbing through large glossy coffee table books with beautiful photography and wonderful colour, than viewing online. The Jacki-O auction catalogue was really cool.

Thanks for this video Nicolas . It was really informative and relaxing . Loved the ambiance. Works every time , just in time for a relaxing weekend x

Love the 2nd book... beautiful vibrant colors.

Wow, I have that book. ....in and out of the garden. It’s adorable!

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

The best!

Your videos are my treat for the day! Thank you for adding another video per week too.. I have been watching your videos again to get that extra boost of delight. You ARE the sunshine. Thank you so much for doing what you do for us.❤️

Thank you for all of the great book ideas and happy that we will be seeing you Wednesday.

Beautiful books: pictures and illustrations of the decor are so tasteful,. The last book you showed us it's so sweet. Thank you for making an extra weekly video, can't wait to enjoy it, all the best!!!

A new video!!! Thank you Nicolas. 💓☘️😍

So excited to see an additional video during the week! Loved seeing your favorite book as well!

Edging= trims🙈❤️🌺i love them to🥰always a lovely moment, to sit and relax and enjoying your video’s❤️🌺

I enjoyed today’s video! As usual, your taste in books is absolutely exquisite. My last job before I retired was working on the “Jackie O “ exhibit at the Met. Museum of Art in NYC. At the beginning of my design career I worked at Scalamandre Silks, in NYC., where Jackie visited often. I was fortunate to meet her. Her apartment in New York was right across the street from The Met, where I would see her jogging wearing her signature large sunglasses. She was a very lovely woman, with such elegance. Looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday.

You have the most calming voice, which may be a representation of your tender soul. Thank you for sharing your understanding of beauty, harmony and style.

Having a beautiful book on a table gives a room personality! I love the colors in the pictures and mostly the feel of the paper from a book! Thanks for sharing your favorites.

Hello from Virginia, USA. I Love Coffee Table Books too! Your Interior Design book from the 90’s shows such a Beautiful Classic Style. This video gave me a great idea to invite a friend over and have them bring their favorite coffee table books. What great conversations we can have while we sip on tea. 😊 Thanks for the inspiration. I will be trying out and having some of your tea sandwich recipes. Looking forward to your Wednesday videos also. Have a Fun day!

So happy to be able to see another one of your videos on Wednesday! I loved your choice of beautiful books and how you explained each book, so interesting. Great video!

What a delight! Thank you so much for sharing your books with us.

Oh that Kennedy book, what a dream! The whole family's style is just LOVE. I can see why it's your favourite. Thank you for sharing with us.

It’s true. Even though the styles may change, the ideas you can pick up are timeless. Thank you. Have a blessed weekend Nicolas.

Thank you Nicholas such a beautifully calming video. It's 2am Saturday morning and I'm struggling to sleep because of a house move that's giving me literally sleepless nights. Your wonderful soothing voice and divine books have taken my mind of moving stress and replaced with ideas glimpsed from the pages of your books. I am thrilled to hear that you are to give us even more of your time and looking forward to seeing you soon x

A Wednesday treat as well? That is so wonderful. I shall make myself a pot of tea on Wednesday and look forward to your midweek video... thank you Nicolas! Have a lovely weekend, xxx

I enjoyed this episode beyond what I imagined, as you made the books come to life. Thank you so much for adding a second, Wednesday episode each week! I was just thinking, this week, that I don't have anything I care to watch during the middle of the week, Tue-Thu, as the KZreadrs I follow all post between Fri-Mon. You've granted my wish haha! 💕

Hurray Two Videos per week! ❤️

Wonderful Friday vlog as usual so now looking forward to Wednesday thank you Nicolas for such interesting content.

Love your videos, very relaxing great to sit down with a cup of tea and enjoy. You have a soothing voice. Thank you for some inspiring ideas on all your videos, ❤️

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure! Thank you!

I loved seeing all of these treasures. My favorite, I believe, is Veere Greene. And in and out of the garden. Thank you so much, Nicholas, for sharing these with us.

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

So glad you enjoyed this one

So looking forward to Tea Time Treats next Wednesday! 🫖 🍰 Cannot wait to view it! Have a wonderful weekend!

@NicolasFairford

3 жыл бұрын

I hope you will enjoy it!

Thank you Nicolas once again x you brighten up my day so much and I really enjoyed looking through your favourite books with you. I so look forward to your videos. Thank you so much and have a great weekend. ♥️♥️♥️

So excited for tea time treats ! Thanks ever so much Nicholas 💐

Thank you Nicholas for sharing your beautiful books and showing us your perfect decor. You are so talented and creative. Everything is so pretty

Thank you Nicholas for taking me along on the Journey of your favorite books your calming voice made it so interesting that it actually put me right there in the book on the pages, walking room to room looking at the design's. Have a safe and wonderful week ahead.

Enjoyed going through the beautiful books with you! Looking forward to your tea time treats ~ more Nicolas 😊💕

I'm so happy to have watched this video! Such beautiful images on the books, I'm truly inspired. Thank you for sharing this.💖💖💖

More videos I'm so excited! I really enjoyed this look at a few of your favorite books, Thanks Nicholas ❤

Loved this Nick! You gently took us through each book and made sure that we saw the name of the book and the author. Gorgeous books.... and it lifted my spirits just to see you page through each one. Lovely!

Yay! I’m so excited for this book video!! 🤩

Yay🙌....extra video!! Would love to see more of your tea time treats.

Your book reviews and recommendations are spot on. Great video!

I loved you show us the tea! It would be great if you could do this every video! 💜 Plus, I'm so exited for the great news! Congrats! 💜 Hugs from México 🇲🇽

Thank you for adding the Wednesday video. I can't get enough of the calm & peace your channel creates in my life.

Nicolas, this video was so beautiful and relaxing. I love so much what you do and I am very glad about the news of 2 videos per week!! Thank you!! Thank you! 🤗🌷🫖🍀

Congrats Nicolas for 92.5 subscribers. Thank you for excellent videos of lifestyle & beauty of Scotland.

Thank you for your lovely videos. I am very glad you are expanding to Wednesday as well, the beauty and calm you promote is so refreshing and welcome!

Another beautiful, restful video. Thank you for the 2 x a week video idea. I am so happy to hear the news! You really are such a special person. I can’t help but feel life is so much better now that I’ve found you and am appreciating the small things so much more. Sending you a hug x

@hurst-cs2jh

3 жыл бұрын

Hrllo there 🥰

That was beautiful Nicolas enjoyed it so much x

Very informative vlog. I liked the way you shot the vlog and took us through each book. Very good. Thank you for sharing.

Beautiful as always, looking forward to your make up tips.

I copied your dusting technique and am going on two weeks dust free. Love you for showing us all this valuable trick. I am very excited for two reasons, first I am giving my first ever tea with 3 lifelong friends invited and second that you will be on you tube twice a week. Yea!

What a treat! I loved this video. And Yeah!! on the new Wednesdays videos. The topics you mention sound amazing. I can't wait.

Very informative thank you Nicolas. So much to learn about interior design!