From Palm Springs, we flew to Chicago, where the weather wasn't so kind. After the quick drive to Woodstock, a quaint, little suburb northwest of the city, we settled into our digs at the Royal Victorian Manor, otherwise known as the "Cherry Street Inn" in the 1993 film, Groundhog Day. While in town, I did two presentations on holiday decorating and entertaining, hosted by the Fine Arts Association. Woodstock and its people are truly magic, and I encourage anyone traveling to Chicago to hop the train north and tour the town square, the charming stores, and the historic opera house. I know you'll love it! Here's the story that appeared in the local paper with a few of my tips on how to add style to your house this holiday season. Back shortly with more inspiration, including our own Thanskgiving table!
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November 20, 2011
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Eddie, you are just the cutest decorator!! You look great on the newspaper there. Have a nice Thanksgiving with Jaithan...hoping you will share pics of your real Tday dinner table~still working to get mine ready.
Posted by: amy@maison decor | November 22, 2011 at 04:11 PM
SO
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sorry I missed this ...
have a blessed week with those you love!
Posted by: savvycityfarmer | November 22, 2011 at 01:55 PM
what a wonderful write up and a lovely and festive table setting...
Chicago is one of my favorite cities, and what a warm and wonderful welcome the town offered you...
best,
maureen
Posted by: eclectic revisited | November 21, 2011 at 08:35 PM
Just returned + soooo jet lagged! Grand Post. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com
Posted by: peggy | November 21, 2011 at 08:30 PM
Lovely digs! Love the idea of not using traditional colours & going with the room!
Posted by: Sandra Jonas | November 21, 2011 at 12:23 PM
I love this color scheme, gorgeous for Thanksgiving!
Posted by: Kate {domestikatedlife} | November 21, 2011 at 09:39 AM
Entertainging with ease while traveling cross-country! And enjoyed by all you met too I bet!
xo Cathy
Posted by: Stitchfork | November 21, 2011 at 09:02 AM
You are always so inspirational!
Posted by: Acquired Objects | November 21, 2011 at 08:10 AM
This tablescape will always be one of my favorites!! I just love it!! I hope you have a great Thanksgiving!!
Posted by: Laurie Jones | November 21, 2011 at 01:55 AM
you two brought the magic to woodstock. what an amazing evening of joy and inspiration
xo
debra
Posted by: debra phillips | November 20, 2011 at 11:56 PM
You guys really get around! How fun to visit that inn! When are you coming to the Boston suburbs??
Posted by: Carol@HouseandHomeDefined | November 20, 2011 at 10:21 PM
Eddie,
Whilst polishing the silver, I think of you and how you have inspired so many to create beauty in one's home and to share creativity with passion and joy.
Congrats to you on all your efforts. Wonderful article.
Happy Thanksgiving.
pve
Posted by: pve | November 20, 2011 at 10:00 PM
Hello Eddie and Jaithan - - Woodstock misses you!
We wish you safe travels to Ireland and a Happy Happy Thanksgiving!
Your visit was delightful and the event the talk of the town!
Fondly -
Jodie
Posted by: Jodie Kurtz-Osborne | November 20, 2011 at 08:27 PM
Oh, it does sound magical! Love that you were in that hotel - have always loved that movie!!
Love the welcome you received in Woodstock - they know what a gift your presentations were, just in time for the holidays!
Now, it's time for you to set your own table!! :)
xoxo Elizabeth
Posted by: pretty pink tulips | November 20, 2011 at 07:49 PM
E and J: if you or anyone else does a better Thanksgiving table, please alert me. I'm waiting for someone to shatter that barrier. Liza, Devon and their boyfriends, with moi, in tow, are all going to Paris on Tuesday. We'll be at the brocantes in the Marais, and markets at Les Puces. Please, please send us tips. I'm begging and will publish said tips--with full credit. I will show up in Nashville, if you will give me my only 15 minutes of cool, with the girlies!
xoxo
Liz
Posted by: Dovecote Decor | November 20, 2011 at 07:33 PM
Welcome back, Eddie. I am glad you two had a good time. A change of scenery is always welcome. That table is really nice. I love the blue.
Posted by: Janette@the2seasons.com | November 20, 2011 at 07:30 PM
Love this, it should all blend. Happy Thanksgiving.
Posted by: splendid Market | November 20, 2011 at 07:17 PM
Loved some of your vintage finds from there, especially the wood-handled flatware.
Posted by: Steve@UrbanCottage | November 20, 2011 at 06:38 PM
Fab article, table looks wnderful.
xoxoxo
Posted by: susan | November 20, 2011 at 06:22 PM