Posh On Palm ~ A Special Place ~ Special People A couple of weeks ago, hubby and I took a trip to Venice, Fl. to see our dear friends, Susie and Mark Holt. We hadn't seen them in over four years, and hadn't been to their shop "Posh on Palm" since it had re-opened back in Venice. We had visited several times their shop in Sarasota, and sadly they had to close that shop as the owners of the building sold the place for a high-rise to take it's place. So sad, as it was a historic hotel at one time, and simply beautiful! After a long three hour drive, battling stop and go traffic because of a horrible rain storm, we finally arrived to meet Susie and Mark at their luscious Posh on Palm. Of course I took my camera's, although a bit rusty I must say. I hadn't done any photography in a long while, and it felt like my camera and I had lost our oneness. Because we ended up arriving so late in the day, I didn't have a lot of time, so I just started snapping pictures as quickly as I could. The shop was pretty busy when we arrived, but Mark took me out back of the shop to show his unique garden. I was amazed at how sweet this area was, and that is where I started taking pictures. As I was taking photos, a lady with a French accent came out there and she said it reminded her of the garden shops in Paris. And that was exactly the feel I got from that sweet space too. There was this gorgeous water fountain in the middle of the space that hooked me right off! A path led around the fountain, where displays of plants, furniture, and unique displays could be seen all around. A chandelier hung over the fountain, a table against the outside wall of the shop, which Mark said he sets out editable treats and tea's on most days. A huge chalkboard hung above the table. It truly was a beautiful space and had I more time, I would have spent more time there discovering every nook and cranny. I am a garden girl so of course I was in my element there. So this was my starting point and then I moved on inside. (To see more detail on any photo, right click and open in a new window, then click on photo to enlarge it.) If any of you know Mark and Susie, you know they are two very talented individuals. They are such a great team not only in business, but also in their personal life. It shows in everything they are and do. To know them is to love them! I was totally fascinated with this water fountain. I love trying to capture the falling water. My favorite piece in this garden besides that fountain was that cabinet you see in the back. Wished I could have gotten a better photo of it, and had I had a place for it here at home, I would have snagged it up! It was beautiful. Now we step inside! I had lots of photo's, although some didn't come out so well. Took me longer than normal to get these ready, as hubby and I got hit with a nasty flu, now fighting some horrid colds that came on the heals of that, and I have done nothing but sleep for days! We both have just been drained of any energy! This is what I have to share with you.....so enjoy! This baby is a beauty! I loved this saying....looks blurry I know, but it is how it is printed....I think anyway lol! You have me at bling! These metal drawer pulls with old pieces of rhinestone jewels caught my eye right off! Love them! Cutest old hangers with added clips for your special photos! I have a love of vintage door knobs too! If you're looking for coastal cottage décor, you've come to the right place....lots of pretties here! This old bust has been given a coastal facelift too! One of these sweeties came home with me.... they carry a beautiful clothing line! Susie's signature ruffled linen and lace chair covers! And, look at that seashell mirror and chandelier! Great table....handmade candles and goats milk soaps, and lots more goodies! A vintage window covered in greenery serves as a canopy over this bed displayed with Posh's signature ruffled linen and lace romantic bedding! Too die for beautiful! Susie created this unique light cover!  Gorgeous chandy! More beautiful bedding! Two of the most adorable night stands with marble tops and each has a mirror pedestal.. these are too sweet! Pretty framed art Their popular goats milk soaps! Love the caps....bits of lace and bling! Unique desk embellished with seashells and love the bench! Another gorgeous coastal cottage mirror! Below is an up close of the tops center! Another awesome seashell chandelier! Gorgeous and unique romantic clothing.... Loved the love you more chain...hubby and I have said that to each other since we met. Well that is it this trip! After Mark and Susie closed up shop, they treated us to dinner at a lovely Mexican place. We had a great time, and the food was excellent! A beautiful few hours with good people in beautiful Venice! So, are you ready to shop!? Me too! And, there is a ton more to see! Mark and Susie would love to see you! 327 W. Venice Ave., Venice, FL. 34285