Jaithan and I are finally back home in the country, planning parties, trimming hedges, and of course, catching up on posts. First, here's a quick recap of our trip to Kane County, where another fantastic group of readers came, saw, and conquered the flea market with us, Chicago-style! Right off the bat, I found this old, English samovar in a pretty pumpkin shape I loved.
It was a good, heavy piece, I told the group, perfect on a sideboard for coffee, tea, or hot cider, especially during the holidays. I might have even turned it into a super chic lamp with my friend Susan's help. For the full photo album (with captions!) of all the day's finds, click here. And for details on upcoming trips to several other cities, including Boston, Toronto, and San Francisco, click here.
It's like everyone wants to see what you pick up next, and they're hanging on to every word you say! You are so influential it's amazing! I am a big fan.
Posted by: Marlene | June 23, 2009 at 01:48 AM
I'm an ol' Chicago gal myself! I've been to St. Charles' flea market. A great place to have fun!
Posted by: Pam | June 22, 2009 at 09:51 PM
Eddie, Great learning experiences for all. So exciting to see people together finding new ways to engage in their passion.
Hi Ho, Hi Ho, it's off to market I go!
Bette
Posted by: Bette | June 22, 2009 at 07:57 PM
I can tell by the photo that you had the full attention of your Kane County shoppers. Go Eds! When is the book coming out? And the TV show? XX
Posted by: Jackie | June 22, 2009 at 03:02 PM
I am so jealous! I want to go flea-ing with you and Jaithan!
XO
Posted by: abby jenkins | June 22, 2009 at 02:22 PM
I'm so glad y'all made it back home. It was wonderful to spend time with the two of you in Atlanta...I've gotta get that post up:aarrrgghhh!!!
Posted by: The Broke Socialite | June 22, 2009 at 02:20 PM
I wished i could make it to the New York fleemarket, but will be out of the country. Are you planning for any flee markets in Connecticut?
Posted by: Francine Gardner | June 22, 2009 at 07:43 AM
Thanks for the gallery of pictures so easy to view.You always brighten my day.
Posted by: Donna | June 21, 2009 at 11:43 PM
Eddie & Jaithan
It really was a grand time at Kane County Flea Market and, especially, at Deb's wonderful Scentimental Gardens gathering that evening!
'Twas such fun meeting the two of you and, as Anne of Green Gables would say, meeting all those wonderful kindred spirits!
Posted by: Sharon in Chicago (in pink!) | June 21, 2009 at 11:29 PM
Thanks for the post Eddie. It's so interesting to see the various finds. I'm getting so excited about joining your flea market group for the DC Big Flea!
Posted by: Shawn | June 21, 2009 at 10:10 PM
What a great time we had at Kane County! The group was so enthusiastic and at the end of the day we all felt like old friends. The party that Debra, Diane and the ladies of Scentimental Gardens held that evening in honor of Eddie and Jaithan rocked. An event truly fit for a post of its own on how to entertain with beauty and elegance!!
Thank you all!
Posted by: julia b. edelmann | June 21, 2009 at 04:00 PM
I have a request/ suggestion.
Please do a blog on all the products and methods you use to clean and refresh the items you find at the fleas, primarily the glass,plastic and ceramics.
Thanks...
Posted by: Cathy | June 21, 2009 at 03:07 PM
Hi Eddie ! Looks like you and Jaithan had a great time. Boy, I really have got the bug to hit some great sales looking for treasures. I'm thinking maybe the Rose Bowl this Fall..Hummmm.
Happy First Day Of Summer to you both.
Best,
Kary
Posted by: Kary Gonyer | June 21, 2009 at 01:35 PM
I am so jealous for all the peeps that got to meet you!! You are just such an inspiration and I know they were all giddy with excitement. I posted a before and after pic on my blog that I would LOOOOVE your feedback on, as you are the expert in all things wonderful. When you have time, it would be such an honor to have you stop by!
www.nameisgrace.blogspot.com
xo,
grace
Posted by: grace | June 21, 2009 at 12:55 PM
Wish we could have been at Scott's with you! We are planning to go in september before going to the Atlanta market.
Posted by: sophiedahydesigns | June 21, 2009 at 12:17 PM
What a fab piece if silver, great for a lamp. What a wonderful trip. See you and Jaithan on Monday.
XO
Posted by: Shandell's | June 21, 2009 at 10:11 AM
Eddie, what amazing finds! Looked like you guys were having way too much fun! : )
xo Terri (Windlost)
Posted by: Terri | June 20, 2009 at 11:56 PM
looks like a lot of great finds. i love that belt you're rockin', eddie! you are stylin'
Posted by: elizabeth | June 20, 2009 at 11:04 PM
Looks like everyone had a great time! I can't wait for the Big D.C. Flea so I can meet you and Jaithan!
Posted by: Gail Kramer | June 20, 2009 at 09:39 PM
Eddie--do you twitter? I'd love to follow your tweets. Cathybytheriver
Posted by: Catherine Kurczynski | June 20, 2009 at 08:31 PM