Pavlina & Michael join us for a wonderful gift opening!
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. KZhead 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) €650
September 2020:
Prostate Cancer Foundation (in memory of Selmar's father) €1,255
October 2020:
Medecins sans Frontieres (chosen by my mother to support vaccinations in Africa) €942 (equivalent to 426 cholera vaccinations)
November & December 2020 & Jan & Feb 2021:
A Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa R100,000 (approx €5,800)
March 2021:
Suffolk Artlink £1,505
April 2021:
Association Petit Prince €1,689
May 2021:
Melanoma Focus €1,204
June 2021:
Aide aux Jeunes Diabétiques €1,735
July, August & September 2021:
The 2nd year of the Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa R100,000 (approx €5,800)
October 2021:
A La Bonne Vauvre (our local Crozon sur Vauvre community centre) €3,184
November 2021:
Techo €2,709
December 2021:
Genesis Hope El-Roi Baby Home ZAR90,000 (€5,248.01)
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January 2022:
We Are Here Venice €2,000
February 2022:
Red Cross for Ukraine €2,019
March 2022:
The Fred Hollows Foundation €2,311
April, May & June 2022:
Ardmore Community Fund €5893
July 2022:
Institut Curie €2.150
August 2022:
Movember €2.246
September, October & November 2022:
3rd year of the Lalande Fashion Scholarship for a student at the Villioti Fashion Institute in South Africa €6.092
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
PAVLINA... Absolutely breathtaking in that black dress. ❤ #Stunning
Love to hear Michael talk about his travels. He is such a gentleman. He really should be the next James Bond!
Doona is what you call a duvet ❤ 👋 🇦🇺
In Australia.
Holy Moly I can, believe the picture of that Lion. Michael is beyond talented. But of coarse we all know that. I see him winning a huge award with that picture. Amazing.
That black dress on Pavlina was a "WOW". She has the body of a model but better. I'm so glad she showed us. I agree wearing that black dress with the boots was pretty cool.
Pavlina was SENSATIONAL in those dresses. Svelte figure. Beautiful...The saris were exquisite, one better than the next. Absolutely gorgeous. Fun to see Michael there.
Very pleased to see Pavlina smiling and happy. She’s got a lot of emotional anxiety to overcome. So thankful that the LaLande family has given her safe haven
Wow, Pavlina looked amazing in the dresses. The letter by the lil girl was so sweet❤
Beautiful gifts and letters. Nice to have Michael and Pavlina join in. Pavlina you look beautiful in the gowns. 🦋
Always fantastic to see Michael Potts join the gang. Wonderful gifts today. Just beautiful. Enjoy all your blessings. Love from Vermont, USA ❤
Wow Michael that photo is magnificent. You are a true artist. I am a fellow S African with a love for the bush and birds,
Pavlina! Who knew you were a runway model! Absolutely gorgeous!
Please frame that woodland tapestry.....its fabulous
Oh Pavlina...you are one beautiful girll and belong in those dresses. Just stunning on you. Definitely a Bond girl!!
Hi Helen Dorning. How are you today? 🌹🌿
Beautiful gifts! I enjoyed very much. Pavlina is beautiful and becoming so stylish, She reminds me of a Hollywood movie star from the 30's. Love to all ❤
Pavlina is gracious and beautiful.
I use Sari's as table cloths.
Yes, a quiet, svelte woman. Pavlina is a classic.
Pavlina looks fabulous in both dresses! What a lovely young woman. It’s so fun to have Michael Potts back!
Not only should you have a Bond party, but maybe a sari and Indian themed night❤️
Pointillism I think
Salmar organized a Bond party...disco ball and all.
Stephanie and Michael, so lovely when we see you both sharing the screen, because if it wasn’t for your initial inspiration for the chateau we wouldn’t be here... ❤❤❤ much love and gratitude.. 🎉
A Doona is a Duvet/ continental quilt. Loved the dresses on Pavlina, that black one looked stunning. Winderful gift for wonderful people. I wear Ugg slippers around the house, so warm and comfy. Thank you for sharing 💕🇦🇺
What a beautiful picture of the Lion.
Pavlina, you're a beauty on the inside and out! Thanks for all you do (and everyone else) 💕💕
I just loved how Michael's eyes grew three sizes when Pavlina walked in wearing the black. I'd bet a buck or two that behind the book his mouth dropped too😮😮😮. Isn't she stunning. 🤗❤️🌈🕊️💙💛
Yes, he reacted in a very positive way. Pavlina is understated, but an absolute knock out in those dresses. Lovely figure. Michael is so expressive, he's fun. Glad he's there. Wonder how long before he has to go somewhere.
I have a feeling that Michael will be photographing Pavlina sometime soon! 😊
Loved the cadeaux today! Such beautiful gifts and letters. Also loved your jumper Stephanie. It was so elegant and such a gorgeous colour. Also loved your couch cushions too. Hi from Australia, the land of doonas, ugg boots and great chocolates!!
@@jennifercampbell7698😅I wondered about donna's and doonas. 😊
So happy to hear Steph give Nicolas Fairfield a shout out! I want him to date Michael petherick!
I Love Micheal,s Smiley Face,..So Warm,😊😊
I bet the bird watching made for great pictures. I love to hear Michael sharing his adventures.
I love watching Pavlina blossoming into such a beautiful chatheau woman. Not that she wasn't before- but she is like a fine wine. Just getting better with age. She looked awesome in the black dress.
Pavlina looked amazing in those dresses .Shaken not stirred Bond party would be ideal. Loved all the presents you have received. Loved watching as the normal. Merci beaucoup .A bientot😘
I adore Pavlina, she is so beautiful on the inside as well as the outside! She looked stunning in both dresses!
This was fun. Michael added a lot to this vlog.
I literally stopped midway through the video to gasp at the little animal embroidery/stitchery. I love it too. ❤️ And I do so love you all. Pavlina is beautifully wonderful - be it in a lovely evening dress or in the garden. I adore her. You make my quite small life here in MN larger with your joy. Keep smiling, lovely Stephanie.
Both dresses looked beautiful... but Pavlina would make a paper bag look great and then she looks up and flashes that smile... what a stunner! Trust us Aussies turning a lovely sounding word like Duvet into Doona! ❤🦘
Gosh I had forgotten that I sent that book ! I find that the images have not aged that is why is it one of my favorite books. Happy that you love it. XO
Daisy if you are reading this I loved your letter. I was like you when I was your age and had many dreams of my future home. Keep on dreaming as dreams can come true. Pavlina and Michael joining in today is always a pleasure. Pavlina you are so beautiful, I am glad you showed us a little fashion show. I loved the embroidered tree of animals - amazing work! Once again everyone is so generous, with perfectly fitting and wonderful gifts. The gifts that keep on giving with love and support of charities in need.
More beautiful gifts! Wow! Pavlina looking stunning 😁
Good morning, a Doona is what you call a Duvet, and a Tim Tam Slam is even better with a hot drink. Pavlina, You made that dress look WONDERFUL, you also looked fantastic in the dress you were wearing in the photo shoot with Jarad. Keep up the great work and the fun times everyone.
Michael Potts is great, so happy he is back at LaLande.
Pavlina those dresses looked lovely on you. A bond theme night would be great and Michael as James Bond 😀
Pavlina…the dresses were stunning on you!😊
Michele has such a sweet expression, love him❤️
Pavlina, you look amazing. Hope you have an opportunity to wear them on a lovely occasion. 🙂
Hi Myra How are you today? 🌹🌿
Michael seems like a great guy!
😂😂😂😂 you make me roll with laughter. You discuss the face to tea cups and the swimming in the tease...😂 so much fun. Love all things summer party! Enjoy 😮😮😮😮😮😮 the Suri fabric ❤
I'm so exited to see what you do with the saris! I adore Indian fabrics, sari, kalamkari embroidery and blockprints, and they're very suitable for 18th century interior stylings as these were the rage when they hit Europe through export. I've a couple of sari myself I've not yet figured out what to make with them but I had the idea of turning one into a roman blind with the sash part on the lowest bit so you can have the detailed design showing without pulling it down entirely, for my bedroom. It would have to be well lined to keep the silk from fading. It would take half the fabric to do and the other half could be matching pillows or something. One sari is usually 6 or 7 yards! Very generous gifts, and Pavlina is stunning in those dresses! Mummy will love the uggs, I know I can't live without mine, but I'm also in a snowy country. 😉
Wow Pavlina looks stunning in the dresses!
Enjoyed the video so much, thanks Micheal for popping in, have a wonderful week
Beautiful gifts again.
Pavlina looks gorgeous in those dresses! Love love love the saris especially the orange one. Again such lovely gifts for such deserving people 🥰
I hope Daisy is well from Crohn's disease! If not, get well soon. You wrote a lovely letter.xx
WOW Pavlina, the black dress on you, just stunning !!!! Both actually !!!
Love that apron Michael! The embroidered tree is excellent. I’d frame it. All lovely gifts❣️👏🏻
I agree to frame it. Easier to keep clean and preserve for future generations.
I saw it & thought that's THE Tree of Life!
Super sweet letter Daisy.
Waterlog is a superb book, one of a trilogy and you would ALL love it. Bravo xxx
What wonderful gifts! Such generous people! Thanks for sharing ❤
That embroidery of the woodland animals and tree needs a frame... Phillip will know what frame will be best. It's stunning stunning for his study. I love it. Those dresses look so good on Pavlina. Whow. Suggestion... Maybe the bangle with scissor for your hairdresser....just for the moment can't remember her name now..... Sorry.
The saris are gorgeous. Pavlina looked spectacular in both dresses. It is so nice when Michael is home and is part of Chateau Unwrapped.
BRAVO !!! AGAIN… 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🙏🌟❤️
Frame the embroidered tree will look beautiful x
Stephanie & friends, a Doona is a a quilted eiderdown or duvet. Cheers from Australia 🦘🦘🐨🐨😉😉
Pavlina was perfection. The Sara's are stunning .. Orange and Pink for me!
What fun deciding what to do with saris. A duvet cover is a great idea, but the best thing I ever did was turn one into a sheath dress and long jacket, for a friend.
Pavlina looked stunning in the beautiful dresses. All the gifts were so thoughtful and amazing!🙏❤️
Yes, Raffles is a great hotel, where the peanuts were still strewn over the famous bar floor when we visited in 2017.
Absolutely awesome gifts. The black dress on Pavlina was stunning. It is perfect for her. The Sari collection is also stunning.
You and Michael are a good match.
They were together for about 10 years or so. Since University . It's great they can be great friends.
Perhaps
Stephanie really comes to life when Michael is around, and he gets super cheery as well. Nice couple - they shared this dream of a chateau way back when - back in the day. And just look at how LaLande is coming along. Those dreams are becoming reality, and that's a special bond. Beyond friendship.
You could be really radical and use the Saris as Saris for an Indian theme party! Complete with different curries and side dishes.
Ooo good idea! 🎉
Beatiful! people are so kind and generous. Pavlina, just exquisite in those dresses. I have made things from Saris before......stunning. Sandi x
Also - how amazing Paulina looks in the dresses. x
Pavlina looked stunning in those dresses
Stephanie, I would frame the animal family tree rather than turn it into a pillow. Pavlina, you are even more gorgeous in your new dresses. Michael, you are such a talented photographer. Philip, you're slipping, missing Michael's pun. Can't wait to see Davey and his latest plans. 😍
It's great to see Michael back ! Such lovely gifts. Lots of love from USA❤
Pavlina looks stunning in the black dress but I was so looking forward to seeing the beautiful red dress too. I hope we see it on Ombeline or Hanne whoever is the right size for it. Annalise would be the perfect recipient for the bracelet with the scissors on it as it couldn’t be more appropriate than for her to wear it. The embroidered tree of life seems too precious for a cushion but deserves to be framed and hung if not in Philip’s study, then maybe one of the hallways? And as for the saris, they are GORGEOUS! My mother made me a costume for the Latin American section when I did ballroom dancing many years ago and it was from the same colour sari as the orange and gold one you received Stephanie. I loved the material so much that I still have the dress to this day.😅💃🏻🎁👏❤️
A Doona is a Duvet or quilt. Not sure if you know what a Kiwi is but they are New Zealanders.
My friend from Pakistan lived in a villa with many sisters. She and her sisters wore jewel colored sauris. Her parents arranged her marriage with an engineering student in America. She politely waited in his efficiency apartment, thinking the apartment complex was his home. We talked on the phone three hours a night. She was educated in British schools in Pakistan. Her exams were verbal, and essay. Multiple choice exams were not her forte. We both made the grade, and upgraded pay scale jobs, thanks to the study sessions.
What a joy this vlog was & wow wow wow Paulina 😍. ❤️🇬🇧
Love the gifts from around the world
The embroidery should be framed considering the amount of work that has gone into it, instead of a cushion cover in a study. That way everyone gets to enjoy it and be inspired by the craftsmanship.
You are all so generous with your time and good cheer. THanks for sharing!
I would frame that lovely woodland tree ❤❤❤
Pavlova looks like a model
So glad I could pop in during the Live. I will be watching the beginning that I missed. What fun.
those Saris! the very definition of opulent! and Pavlina was scorching hot in those dresses! Loved the black and cream one! WOW!🦊
Oh my gosh, the Find Jesus book had me yelling into the screen "keep the page still for a minute please!" Phillip I saw the design on your bracelet and I agree, it's very attractive. You received some beautiful items again this time..wow!
About Michael's love for water... I've thought of an excellent way to give him a pool without breaking the bank .! An above ground pool! You can get them in various sizes and depths. Some can be quite big and deep so would be perfect for swimming in. This is the time to buy one and get it set up for summer, then you can have it for years to come until you eventually get around to installing the proper in ground pool. All in favor give a thumbs up below! 👍🏻
That beautiful needlework would be lovely framed.
Frame that Tree of Life embroidery
Hi Everyone, I so enjoyed seeing all the beautiful gifts today.Miss Daisy I certainly hope you can visit at LaLande one day it would be so wonderful.I too started watching Escape to the Chateau during lock down here in the United States and thats how I found many Chateau owners.Have a wonderful day.❤
Idea for that beautiful animal tree embroidery: instead of another pillow, how about having it lightly backed with quilt fabric, have it slight stretched and framed in a shadow box for hanging.
A doona is a down quilt or comforter for your bed.👏👏👍🇦🇺
Hello from Cape Town South Africa. Love your Vlog🇿🇦❤
A doona is a quilt. I prefer to call them quilts. Stephanie, you are right. The sacrilege is not using beautiful objects. I love the saris. They are wonderful! If not tablecloths, you could maybe use them for curtains? Thank you for the video!
Stunning gift’s 🎁
I'm here for Michael Potts 🥰
You can wear Ugg type boots as slippers, as I do. So, so comfortable and warm!!
Waterlog is a great adventure... I learned about the book from the Vlog: Niki Positano; also an entertaining watch. Hope you enjoy the book!
13:01 I have one just like it! It's adorable. True vintage from the 70s or 80s ❤
A Doona is a warm thick bed covering for winter. Similar to an eiderdown, quilt or duvet.
In Ohio they had bars that had peanuts and the shells went on the floors. There was a huge barrel ghat held the peanuts and you could refill your table bowls for no costs eat and drink.
I like how you are wearing the colours of Ukraine.
amazing gifts.....Steph your yellow sweater is stunning....love it!!! As a knitter I would love to knit something similiar!!
One of Cheever's best. "The Swimmer"
Yup…. Afrikaans for onion…Ui……very similar to Dutch. Those dresses are divine on Pavlina! Love to you all ❤ doona is another word for Duvet! Yes, I know…. Odd! I struggled with that when I arrived here! 😂