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Story by
eddieross
Published on April 22, 2009 in Spotlight |
Photo by Jaithan Kochar |
A native of Greenwich, Connecticut and graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Eddie Ross, aka eddieross, has spent the last ten years working as a style and decorating editor for a variety of major magazines. As Associate Decorating Editor at House Beautiful, he produced the popular “Weekend Shopper,” a monthly article in which he’d travel to flea markets around the country, finding new ways to use old things. Later, as Senior Style Editor at Martha Stewart Living, he produced consistently elegant stories, from concept to completion, relating to a variety of people’s tastes and budgets. He and his partner Jaithan Kochar produce a daily blog at EddieRoss.com with inspirational tips and information on how to cook, craft, decorate, and entertain both beautifully and affordably.
In 2008, after an appearance on Bravo's reality competition show Top Design, Eddie, along with Jaithan Kochar, founded Eddie Ross, Inc, offering styling services, guided flea market shopping trips, and vintage tabletop goods right here on Etsy. Every piece in the collection Eddie selected, washed, ironed, and polished by hand. Every piece carries with it detailed descriptions full of ideas. Every piece he would most certainly use in his own home. And every piece is $100 and under. Below, he shares some of his favorites from the Etsy marketplace. Eddie and Jaithan will be hosting a Shop Live in the Virtual Labs soon — so stay tuned for that too! Here's Eddie.
Spring is finally here and with it, warm-weather entertaining! To kick off the season, I’ve assembled all the makings of a fun, festive al fresco dinner party, vintage modern style!
Super long farm table - Glacier meets Tuscany
Rustic farmhouse meets modern minimalism with barn boards dating back to 1884! Throw in a few dings, dents, scrapes and stains, and it’s a charming start to a party. By jeffbuildsfurniture, $1600.
This chair may be square, but there’s nothing sleepy about it! I love the hearty sapele wood mixed with the modern metal frame. By artavironi, $1313.
With our furniture picked, it’s time to set the table! I love this set of hand-thrown dinnerware for its milky color, beautiful lines, and durable glaze. By DodgeStationPottery, $105.
Vera 10 Vintage Vintage Napkins Set Unused
Now we need some color in the mix, and these vintage Vera linens will do just the trick. They’re painterly and graphic with a bright, sunny floral of yellow-centered daisies and beautiful blue mums. From joules, $28.
Set of 8 1970s Modern Smoked Gray Glasses
I can’t set a table without at least something of my own! These smoked gray glasses harken back well before the likes of Calvin Klein with a modern square base reminiscent of the chairs. Margarita, anyone? From eddieross, $80.
For the flatware, how gorgeous is this? I’m loving the mix of brass and rosewood on this table. Plus, it gets even better: this is a complete, 144-piece set with serving, salad, and dessert pieces. We’re talking rare! From evebrown, $50.
What’s a dining table without candlesticks? Here’s a Swedish set with a cool mix of materials, a chic linear shape, and a profile just low enough for talking (and toasting!) across the table. From bluebellbazaar, $48.
Mid-Century Teak Candelabras - Set of 2
Nothing says drama like candelabras. These are tall but thin, so they won’t block the view. The graduating heights are perfect for layering light. From rabbitohrabbit, $26.
Pure Beeswax 10 inch Hexagon Taper Candles
We can’t forget candles, and beeswax are the best. They have a wonderful, natural color, and they burn beautifully. By SwarmNatural, $7.99.
Mid Century Modern USA Vase Planters White On Gold Spatter Vintage 1950s to 1970s
For the flowers, I’m thinking two, low arrangements in these super cool splatter planters from the 70s. Green hosta leaves, together with white shasta daisies to mimic the napkins, would be beautiful. From VintageEmbellishment, $28.
While Jaithan’s off making drinks, I’m grilling up a storm. Tonight, we’re having barbeque skirt steak fajitas, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro and lime wedges, all served on this cool, modern bentwood tray. From HausProud, $22.
For the sides, I’d use this unusual piece, perfect for, say, chipotle grilled corn discs, together with a jacama lime slaw. By elementclaystudio, $68.
Dansk Teak Salad Bowl - Big Modern Bowl - Demark
Then, for a salad in this handsome bowl, I’d do chopped Romaine lettuce with a cumin and roasted tomato vinaigrette, grilled onions, and fried tortilla strips. From UncommonEye, $16.99.
VINTAGE STAINLESS DANISH MODERN STYLE SALAD SERVERS
And finally, to dish it up, check out these stylish salad servers! From annrk2020, $32.
Vintage Modern Georges Briard Glass Dish Set
With the table ready, the candles all lit, and the guests about to arrive, it’s the perfect time to set out the hors d’oeuvres. On a cool, mid-century modern dish set, I’m serving individual quesadillas with a spicy chipotle salsa, chilled shrimp with fresh guacamole, and skewered mango with sea salt and lime. Etsy never tasted so good! By TailfeathersVintage, $35.
Did you enjoy Eddie's taste? We sure do! Join us as we host Shop Live in the Virtual Labs with Eddie and Jaithan on Thursday, May 14, 2009 at 7PM. See you there!
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chakrapennywhistle
SteppingStones
falconwing
I remember seeing you on top design and was so spitting mad when you were eliminated!
I am so glad things are going well for you!Yay!:-D
MarcoLaGrenouille
4TheSparrowsNest
Wow, these are some really sophisticated finds that I haven't seen around here before. Great work Eddie!
lovesmenot
SadieAndLeo
Was a big fan of yours on Top Design, my fave!
Love the vase planters, gorgeous! Nice picks all around.
baconsquarefarm
cozycottagecreations
Gorgeous items all of them! I'd love to dine al fresco on that farm table! Summer's around the corner!
VintageEyeFashion
missbatch
Beautiful finds! Danish modern always has a place in my heart.
alwaysadorable
plumprettysugar
timberdoodledesigns
Absolutely fab, Eddie --- Loved you on Top Design --- Square Chair and Smoked Grey Glasses really pulled it all together for me ---
neraidodhmiourgies
sunbasilgarden
Great to see Eddie here on Etsy! Loved your passion on the show. That Vintage Stainless is wonderful.
workingforpeanuts
woollypuppy
SewnNatural
fantastic choices, i'm glad to discover some of these shops. i particularly love your choices in wood - furniture, serving ware, that table!
ovgilliesdesigns
Great selection. Love Oyster Dinnerware and Modern Swedish candlesticks!
budpnq
Ack! This was too fun! I love how you made it all come together. Do it again with a living room! Or bathroom! Or maybe a bedroom! Any room! Just do it again! :D
NinaReneeDesigns
I love that salad bowl...you were hilarious on Top Design :-)
EpicBones
michon
tinahdee
aimeesarmoire
I wish I'd kept all my mom's Danish Mod fabulousness... off to find the next flea market treasure!
timesandchimes
brandywine
I’m thrilled to see you have an etsy shop! I love your style.
jenniferladd
3squares
beggin4treats
what a pleasant surprise to find you here
Love the picks and the way you bring the choices together
calloohcallay
Fabulous choices! Love the Vera and the Swedish candlesticks!
sleepymoondesign
EarthBabyDesigns
sandali
AMAZING features Eddie -- just moved lofts & I am feeling inspired to decorate my place with your beautiful pieces !! Happy Days ;)
mudpuppy
metrostation
hanako66
Great choices! I am eyeing that flatware...I already have several sets, but I think that I may need this!
DeborahVoizin
FashionTouch
VintageEmbellishment
I love the blend of new with vintage, great complimentary choices! Thanks so much for including our planters with these wonderful items :)
bellasparty
debhillart
slinkymalinkicat
joules
beckminster, I am thrilled to be sending the Vera your way!
Eddie Ross, thank you so much. This is truly exciting news, and what very inspiring selections you have made, for this season's entertaining!
yoote
HausProud
Excellent selection! I am coveting the Georges Briard set! Thank you for featuring my bentwood tray. I, too, watched you on Top Design and was thrilled to see that you had a shop here. Hope to see you guest curate again soon.
vintagehomerecycled
The brass flatware gets my nostalgia going, it reminds me of the set my father brought back from Siam (Thailand.)
HibouCards
great picks. I particularly like the split bowl. I love to browse the furniture section on Etsy... lots of good finds!
lovelygifts
allthingswhite
Shandells
Fab article, my favorite is the chair. A piece you could put in any decor.
SnippetsofTime
ArcadeArt
yeah you should have won that show, you were my fave, greetings from the UK
thestapeliacompany
waltersbeads
nice pics
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SimpleTraditions
ladaworks
GodSendCrafts
Love the table and Eddie the wraparound candlestick holders, would look fantastic on my table.
perduedoug
Eddie,this is a perfect way to show all of us how wonderful something can be put together with the great finds on Esty, I hope you do more of these, Inspiring as always, Kathysue
jodieflowers
fineartstoneware
Great article with lots of good info. And nice pieces, too!
akane
tiffanyrenfrow
What a wonderful collection!
So happy Joules has her fantastic vintage in the list!
Love the photos and the friendly article!
RetroLane
kahliya
Lovely clean refreshing collection of items for the renewing energies that Spring brings along!
Thank you for sharing your taste with us! Mia
elementclaystudio
Fabulous stuff! and the Jicama slaw sounds fabulous too!
EJPcreations
sdlave
bohemiaclothing
Hello Greenwich, I live here.Nice picked up things.Great.have have nice weekend every one.
Kiss
Marketa
fabulousfinds
funkeyfinds
go2girl
Lovely selections. Looks like the setting for a gathering I'd love to attend!
vilte
StudioCherie
Love these items, and isn't it wonderful you can find all of this on Etsy!
caradidi
GREAT STUFF!!! I am sooo happy to find you on Etsy! You were always my fav on Top Design! You have great vision!
PDXfabricdeli
I adore VERA - just love those blue napkins. Great showcase, thanks for sharing.
FREErider
fadaseprincesas
livingstonandporter
fun collection! love the vera linens...would love them more with the table! thanks
EarringVixen
The square chair is awesome.. totally my style! Simple but so edgy and unique!
dantescave
really great picks! this is my 2'nd home fantasy...cool & clean...
what i really need is your advice on how to do marie antoinette feminine so it doesn't look cluttered; but I want all the clutter...with your genius...do you have any tips?
bstrung
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