Next time you're in line at the supermarket, trying hard to distract yourself from that certain someone, toting twelve items in the ten and under line, pick up a copy of Country Living. It's the first issue from editor-in-chief Sarah Gray Miller, and I have to say—I'm loving the new direction of the magazine! Everything in it is so fresh and relaxing, while still keeping a level of sophistication. Sarah herself is such a sweet person, and I'm super excited for everything she, and her incredibly talented team of editors, including my dear friend Frances Bailey, have in store for us!
In fact, for a great little story on decorating with dishes...
I was even asked to give some friendly advice on the subject!
As a collector, I love using dishes, platters, and plates on walls. They always make me so happy! Even all those onsies you're probably passing up at the flea market can make for a beautiful composition. Group them together—you might even try mirroring them—and they really do dress up a wall! Speaking of compositions, come back Monday for even more advice on how to make the ones in your home picture perfect!
Love the dishes used in tea table setting with yellow and blue flower centerpiece. It is picture 21 in the professional portfolio. Dying to know what they are!! Thank you,
excited in Ohio
Posted by: Jan Cobb | March 05, 2009 at 01:20 PM
Lost your info, could NOT remember your name. Did today! Ta, da :)
Country Business Magazine included one of my pieces of art in the Jan. New & Noteworthy section. Different mag, but hey we are both in a mag and both say Country in the title. Small world!
Glad I found you again,
Pam
Posted by: Pam | February 24, 2009 at 02:37 PM
I have been a Country Living subscriber for years and was thrilled to see that you were asked to contribute to this issue! My first thought was "2 of my favorites in the same place!".
Also, I will admit that I was apprehensive about the editorial change and was relieved to find that I loved this issue as much ever.
Posted by: Christy Donahue | February 23, 2009 at 01:18 PM
I thought this magazine was going bye bye too... GOOD to hear it is NOT! I will run out and BUY it and STIMULATE the economy!
ENJOY your weekend!
Fifi
Posted by: Fifi Flowers | February 21, 2009 at 05:25 PM
Saw your little quote as I was browsing through my monthly issue of CL and thought "Oh Goodie! They've tapped into the mighty talent of Eddie Ross!" With so many magazines folding, I hold out great hope for Country Living, which was in my home growing up and is still in my home now that I'm a grown up!
Posted by: samantha lee | February 21, 2009 at 09:40 AM
that's so exciting!!!! congratulations & Im sure we'll be seeing much more of you in the major mags in the future!!
xoxo,
lauren liess
Posted by: Lauren | February 21, 2009 at 09:18 AM
I agree, I think you need to have a magazine of your very own. A place to channel that wealth of talent and inspiration! You could call it RossWay, because there is the wrong way and then the Ross Way!
I have always loved Country Living. Its one of the few magazines that actually have practical ideas for the ordinary person. I can actually see myself in some of the rooms they shoot! I am glad that your friend is now EIC! Maybe I will treat myself to a subscription? Mmmmm
Posted by: Lucien | February 21, 2009 at 06:34 AM
Oh, and I really hope I WIN that Singer embroidery machine!! Seeing that offer distracted me from your "friendly advice" for a minute. HAD to enter that contest!
Posted by: Kathi | February 21, 2009 at 06:18 AM
I subscribe to several mags and Country Living is one of my favorites. Can't wait to see more "Eddie Ross" articles!
Posted by: Kathi | February 21, 2009 at 06:11 AM
How perfect -- move to the country and now featured in Country Living magazine!
Posted by: Sharon in Chicago | February 20, 2009 at 11:39 PM
I have the magazine and was pleased to see you quoted - I say more Eddie Ross Country Living!!!
Posted by: christy | February 20, 2009 at 10:47 PM
How perfect you move to the country and now you are giving advice in Country Living magazine.Oh I hope they do a feature on the progress of you country home,that would be wonderful. I have taken this mag.for years and I am glad they are going on to a fresher direction. I love Country Home for that very fact so this is good news. Hugs, kathysue
Posted by: Kathysue | February 20, 2009 at 09:29 PM
Hi Eddie!
I also saw your name mentioned in Country Home this month as well. Page 21. Great job and continued success!
~Stacy
Posted by: Stacy | February 20, 2009 at 08:24 PM
Eddie!
I have just discovered you a couple of days ago - you are so gifted. I LOVE how you recycle the old (and sometimes new) into exciting and useable things. And always elegant. You remind me of Betsy Speert - another designer I adore. In one of her old houses she took a radiator cover, turned it upside down and used it as a kitchen cupboard - one of a kind inspiration! Just like you:)
All of the work and heart you put into your blog is so VERY much appreciated. Your respect and love of your Jaithan also shines through - how lucky you two are!
Well sheesh - I could go on for ages. Thank you for sharing your life and talent with us all. You have brightened my whole year!!
Kindest Regards,
Karen
Posted by: Karen | February 20, 2009 at 07:52 PM
Got this issue and love it! Hoping my Country Living doesn't go away like all my other favorite home decor magazines!
Happy Weekend, from Memphis:)
Posted by: Melissa Lewis - Off The Wall | February 20, 2009 at 07:26 PM
I got through about half of mine last night and was loving it!! I always look forward to my copy arriving in the mail:)
Posted by: hanako66 | February 20, 2009 at 07:24 PM
Love the cover! Remember the old Victoria Magazine from years ago? That was so lovely. I saved those editions because they were so beautifully shot and styled. I think you need a magazine of your own Eddie :) Call it something like 'Gorge' I would buy it and so would many others. I see you doing step by step do-it-yourself projects and all sorts of great things. You could take us all through the season's at your lovely new home and decorating for the holidays, your garden and photo's of fabulous parties with the menu's you will plan. Is it a thought of yours I hope? Have a great weekend both of you gents.
Luv,
Christie
ACK
Posted by: Christie Lefebvre | February 20, 2009 at 07:23 PM
Agreed. It's a great issue and a welcome response to the current state of the economy. Viva La Country Living!!
Posted by: Renovation Therapy | February 20, 2009 at 07:16 PM
Country Living is one of my subscriptions. I've watched it through each change since the beginning.
I can't wait to see the new issue. Hope it's in the stack of mail, when we return from the lake.
Hope all is going well with your new home!
Posted by: Pat | February 20, 2009 at 03:19 PM
Saw the new issue today, when I was at Target. I thumbed through it, looks good!
Hope the country life is agreeing with you! I have always been a city / country girl on (weekends) as my family has always lived in the city, but had land outside the city.
Have a great weekend.
Leslie
lamaisonfou blog
Posted by: Leslie Rowlands | February 20, 2009 at 01:52 PM
Wait, I thought CL was going bye-bye? Or was that Country Home? I need some good news to ease my Domino grief.
Posted by: Becky | February 20, 2009 at 12:57 PM
I've loved this magazine a LONG time. It's one I just can't seem to recycle and find I have a huge pile in no time.
Posted by: Susan | February 20, 2009 at 12:56 PM
It's a sign of the times, but my first thought at seeing Country Living pop up on my screen was that I was about to hear of one more great home magazine going under.
Country Home, Cottage Living and Domino...I just don't understand how they all go under and yet all the really obscure magazines like AAA Battery Lover's Gazette and Beanie Baby World (I made those up, but there are a million just like that) just go on and on.
Things are changing too fast these days.
Posted by: paul | February 20, 2009 at 12:41 PM
I just spotted this the other day at the Dr. with my daughter and loved it. I keep wanting a country life.
pve
Posted by: patricia | February 20, 2009 at 12:40 PM
I renewed my subscription late last year after a long time away. It has taken a fresh turn that I'm enjoying very much. Glad they're looking to you for expert advice!
Holley
Posted by: Holley Minton | February 20, 2009 at 11:50 AM
Eddie, congrats on the blurb in Country Living. It's one of my favorite magazines.
Posted by: sandra/tx | February 20, 2009 at 11:24 AM
Fresh, and mixing it up with interesting pieces. I do believe that is what its all about!
Posted by: Karena | February 20, 2009 at 11:14 AM
Always with the great ideas!
Posted by: Lazy Mom Leslie | February 20, 2009 at 10:42 AM
Eddie! Country Living. Live it, Love it. Love to you and Jaithan.
XO
Posted by: abby jenkins boal | February 20, 2009 at 09:52 AM
Congrats on the new Etsy venture! What a great idea, I'm sure it will be a huge success. And great article too!
Posted by: Rhoda@Southern Hospitality | February 20, 2009 at 09:22 AM
What is is about dishes especially plates. Just got myself a new set for everyday and posted a pic on my blog. They look so pretty on the plate rack in the kitchen. It makes me smile when I look at them. Maybe it's the possibilities they represent. Dinners with family, or old friends or new friends. Maybe it's the possibility of all the celebrations they will be a part of.
Posted by: ~ ~Ahrisha~ ~ | February 20, 2009 at 09:11 AM
I had heard that they were going under, so you can imagine how happy I was when my issue arrived in the mail this month! I was concerned when Nancy & alot of the old staff left.
Posted by: tardevil | February 20, 2009 at 08:53 AM
You make me laugh!
Thanks for bringing this to my attention; I wouldn't have picked it up on my own.
Posted by: sheista | February 20, 2009 at 08:06 AM
I will have to pick this issue up. I haven't read that mag in a while - I am glad to see they have some fresh blood. Congrats on the magazine mention. Love the new Etsy site!
Posted by: Bridgett | February 20, 2009 at 07:55 AM
I'll definitely pick up a copy. Looks fab! thanks.
Posted by: desiree@lookiloos | February 20, 2009 at 03:17 AM
Congrats on being in CL!
Posted by: darlene | February 20, 2009 at 12:20 AM
WE LOVE COUNTRY LIVING, AND WE LOVE YOU.
HUGS FROM MAINE
http://sophie4me.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Lisa | February 19, 2009 at 11:53 PM