Amsterdam is one of the most enchanting cities to be in at this time of year. With all it’s sparkling lights, markets, pop-up ice rinks and oliballen stands, I can’t help but be wowed each time I step out over the boat bridge and onto the cobblestoned streets. While the air is icy cold and the evening seems ever-present, the streets dazzle like jewels and the beautiful displays in the boutique windows beckon.
So this week I’m inviting each of you to come wander the cobblestoned streets with me here in Amsterdam. Each day I will post a picture of a street scene here in my new home town, something that tells you just a little bit more about my surroundings – it will be a special week dedicated to Amsterdam at Christmas time…
So how about it, will you join me while I wander the streets of Amsterdam this week? If so then get your mittens and warmest woollen socks on. I’ll have a cup of warm spiced wine ready for you upon your arrival. We’ll take a few sips and head out at dusk, slowly meandering through the streets to see what we can see. By the end of the week the night will have fallen as black as can be… and that’s when the magic happens. Enjoy mes chers amis…
i can’t wait. i just moved here too- and I would love to see what you discover!
December 17th, 2008 | #
Thanks for transporting us.
That photo of the birds over the water is purely lyrical.
December 17th, 2008 | #
absolutely!
December 17th, 2008 | #
oh how exiting!! i’m more than ready for this stroll n_n
i can see pretty stars on that last pic, yay!!
December 17th, 2008 | #
so lovely. hope your christmas is magical and warm!
December 17th, 2008 | #
I can’t wait to see what you have in store for us.
December 17th, 2008 | #
Can’t wait to join you in your stroll! Love your work – thanks Pia and a Merry Xmas to you!
December 17th, 2008 | #
count me in, dear!
December 17th, 2008 | #
I like Amsterdam, thanks for these beatiful pictures
December 17th, 2008 | #
I’m missing the cold christmasses 🙂 guess we swapped spots. I’m a dutchy down under, you an aussie in holland. loving your work!
December 17th, 2008 | #
It’ll be a pleasure to walk with you through Amsterdam in Christmas. Thank you!
December 17th, 2008 | #
I’d love to see amsterdam in your version Pia 🙂 Can’t wait!
December 17th, 2008 | #
Pia, these polaroids are beautiful.
December 18th, 2008 | #
stacy darling, you are the first person to notice that these are polaroids rather than my usual digital format! or are they? I have a confession to make…but i am going to post about it soon and tell you all how i did this, you will love it!!
benz – i hope you do like the upcoming posts, thanks for stopping by!
esti – thank you! one day perhaps we can wander together.
bianca – wow! that’s so cool!
french blast – you are welcome.
trupeach – great! hope you have your mittens on!
sally – thank you! merry christmas to you too.
corine – great, i better get on with it then!
lynne – i hope your christmas will be magical and warm too.
jo – i’m glad you spotted them! they are ‘quiet’ in this shot but rather darling none the less.
nadia – fab!
maia – i’m so glad you like that one, i love it too – the light was hitting the canal just at the time the seagulls were gathering about. pretty moment.
the asherette – welcome to amsterdam! hope you like it as much as i do.
xx
December 18th, 2008 | #
Pia,
I just found your blog and I LOVE IT! Thanks for your lovely photos and other inspirations. I adore Amsterdam and even more so during the Christmas season!
Kelli
December 18th, 2008 | #
your images take my breath away pia. just so evoking and dreamy and beautiful.. sigh…
December 19th, 2008 | #
I love Amsterdam — the cities in the North of Europe have a very special atmosphere I think, and Amsterdam is very precious. I found your blog through holly at decor8, I am so happy I did, you are very inspirational.
December 20th, 2008 | #