While many of us are in the kitchen today, peeling and pureeing, blanching and baking, I thought I'd share a few images of our own Thanksgiving table. At the moment, good friends are en route from city to country for in intimate dinner in the dining room. The Oriental rug I found at an estate sale in Old Lyme, Connecticut, then had it thoroughly cleaned. The torn and tattered edges give the table a worldly, well-traveled feel I love. The plates are antique Spode from the 20s with an Indian Tree pattern in burnt orange and brown. For the glassware, I paired vintage Blinko wine glasses in amber hues with brass goblets from the Goodwill. The flatware is a modern mix of Bakelite, bone, Dirilyte and wood. Brass spiral candlesticks hold hand-dipped tapers in navy. Tomorrow morning, I plan to finish the table with fresh flowers, so if you need any last-minute inspiration, stay tuned to Twitter! Good luck, brave hosts, and Happy Thanksgiving to all!
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Great table decoration!
Posted by: Beauty Follower | December 06, 2011 at 08:30 AM
What a beautiful & inspiring table setting dahhiling.
Posted by: HRH The Duchess of State | December 03, 2011 at 07:13 PM
You must have had such a wonderful time around that table...it's gorgeous...very warm & inviting, I wouldn't have wanted to get up!
My mom came home from the hospital on Thanksgiving, but her dear friend used to be the chef at Le Dome in the seventies, and he cooked us up a lucious turkey dinner...so no hospital holiday food, thank goodness! :)
xo J~
Posted by: Jessica | December 03, 2011 at 05:03 PM
great information you write it very clean. I am very lucky to get this tips from you.
Posted by: snapbacks cheap | December 02, 2011 at 07:26 PM
I've read so many comments and have nothing to add. You are AMAZING!! It is out of this world (yet worldly), as always. Everything about it came together like magic! Love every detail! All your tables amaze me. I even print some out. And I'm cheap with the toner. (Do you ever get sick of all the gushing? ;) I WAS excited to share my Christmas table with YOU, but now... Check it out anyway, my latest post. Not quite as original or mind blowing as anything Eddie, but I had fun.
Love to you both,
xoxo
Alexandra
Posted by: Alexandra Rae | November 30, 2011 at 02:05 PM
It wouldn't be Thanksgiving without Spode India Tree on the table! I was fortunate to receive 12 place settings from Grandma Laura....she had fabulous taste, and wouldhave enjoyed your design!
Posted by: marylu2 | November 30, 2011 at 01:56 PM
Stunning!
Posted by: lynne@lynnesgiftsfromtheheart | November 29, 2011 at 07:43 PM
Love the warm cinnabar and brass/gold tones on this stunning table. I spy my grandmother's china AND brass candlesticks. How fun is that?
Camille
Posted by: The Vintique Object | November 29, 2011 at 03:55 PM
So fun to see you used my mother's India Tree Spode china pattern (passed on to my niece Shan) and candlesticks that match my uncle Ben's brass candlesticks (used by my daughter, Brittany, on her Thanksgiving table) on your table this year. Also, my Uncle Ben's footed bowl (living on prominent display at my sister's house now) which you used in the dessert buffet in your Thanksgiving post at Lonnie in the past. Great design is timeless, don't you think? And lovely things that belonged to someone special bring back such vivid memories.
I love your attention to detail and the mix of beautiful things you put together.
Posted by: Heather Gaume | November 29, 2011 at 03:44 PM
Thank you so much for sharing your table with us. It is always a treat to see. I never ever would have thought of using an oriental rug as a tablecloth. Once again a genius Eddie Ross move. Hope you and Jaithan and friends had a very happy Thanksgiving.
Posted by: Kate Collins | November 28, 2011 at 01:47 PM
Looks so rich, warm and welcoming...Thanksgiving perfection! Love those octagon chargers! Hope you and Jaithan had a wonderful time. xx Danielle
Posted by: Danielle {freshquince} | November 28, 2011 at 10:03 AM
Hope your Thanksgiving was great! Love your plates and the mix of flatware. Sorry I missed the flowers.
Posted by: Mimi | November 28, 2011 at 08:09 AM
Table is awesome!! Love it all, the rug is perfection! Hope your holdays were as beautiful as that tablesetting!!
Posted by: Sandra Jonas | November 27, 2011 at 02:31 PM
Gorgeous table. I hope you both had a wonderful day with friends and family.
Posted by: elz | November 26, 2011 at 06:20 PM
I am so thankful someone else uses rugs as a tablecloth! yes-you are an inspiration + happy belated Thanksgiving. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com
Posted by: peggy | November 26, 2011 at 02:40 PM
Lovely & beautiful. Happy Holidays!
Posted by: Ragland Hill Social by Gwen Driscoll | November 26, 2011 at 10:02 AM
I am sure you had a fabulous Thanksgiving with such a great table. Love the rug as a backdrop with the rust floral china and gold touches. I borrowed some of your previous tables for a blog story on Thanksgiving tablescapes. Thanks for the inspiration.
Cheers,
Claudia
Posted by: Claudia Juestel | November 25, 2011 at 09:33 PM
Everything is just gorgeous, Eddie. Love the china and the brass. Something different at every dinner, right? You are so clever.
Posted by: Carla Aston | November 25, 2011 at 08:27 PM
Your tables are always so inspiring! I hope you both have a wonderful Thanksgiving!!
Posted by: Laurie Jones | November 25, 2011 at 01:53 PM
Happy Thanksgiving to you and Jaithan! Your table is gorgeous as always! I love that you used a rug. It has inspired me to pull out an old tapestry I wasn't sure what to do with!
xo
Serena
Posted by: Serena at FarmHouseUrban | November 25, 2011 at 11:33 AM
Oh that gold rimmed glassware is just lovely! I'm working on putting together my christmas table for a holiday party. You should do some posts to help us plan and decorate!
Posted by: Brandi | November 25, 2011 at 10:21 AM
I just love the salad serving set , the silver ones with like the horn handles
You always set a great table and I think I did this year for Thanksgiving dinner also.
I am going to reset my table just for fun , guess I will call it my pretend table since company has gone
Posted by: Curtains In my Tree | November 25, 2011 at 08:17 AM
I am certain the Thanksgiving meal was as fabulous as the decor! Happy Thanksgiving!! xoxo!
Posted by: traci zeller designs | November 24, 2011 at 08:35 PM
Wishing you a very happy Thanksgiving , to both Jaithan and yourself and hope you have a lovely, lovely time.
I have been off the radar for a while as I have been really busy setting up my own tiny home ware business and Etsy shop so -sorry that I have not commented for a while.
Crikey, we have the same Spode- I have the teacups and saucers and the coffee cups!!( and one big plate) !!
I think you just can't go wrong with Spode... it always looks fabulous.You can see them here on The Internet Sends me Cake with http://theinternetsendsmecake.com/post/1543487962/i-love-that-some-folks-are-following-through-with
My thoughts for Thanksgiving ? I give thanks for getting to know you by starting my blog !
XOXO
Bea
Posted by: Modern Country Lady | November 24, 2011 at 06:52 PM
your table sparkles and shines...very lovely..
and I love the idea of using an old rug as the table cloth...
wonderful to mix patterns and eras for your table settings..
very festive, indeed...
wishing you and Jaithan have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your guests..
best,
maureen
Posted by: eclectic revisited | November 24, 2011 at 12:12 PM
As always, beautiful, stylish and clever!
Posted by: Kathleen Luckard | November 24, 2011 at 11:40 AM
It all looks beautiful
and so very inviting
for those lucky enough
to be your guests!
Happy thanksgiving, E &J!
xx Suzanne
Posted by: Suzanne | November 24, 2011 at 11:33 AM
Beautiful, Beautiful table Eddie! Wishing you and Jaithan a beautiful and happy Thanksgiving.
xoxo,
Jen
Posted by: Jennifer | November 24, 2011 at 09:38 AM
Love that aligator pitcher!!!Really wishing I had some horn knives right about now............Gobble Goble to you two!
Posted by: tracy holland | November 24, 2011 at 07:41 AM
Your table looks lovely! I hope you have a wonderful day celebrating. Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted by: Paula | November 24, 2011 at 07:03 AM
You are speaking my language! That table is amazing... In awe of the rug... You won our giveaway on Birdsofafeatherdesign.com! Please contact us and Happy Thanksgiving!!! ...-A&H
Posted by: Ann | November 24, 2011 at 06:59 AM
Happy Thanksgiving guys! The table looks beautiful as always, Love the serveware!!
Posted by: Ana (Confessions of a Designer) | November 24, 2011 at 06:26 AM
I have the table set, the cranberry sauce made, the celery and onion chopped for tomorrow's stuffing. I just want to wish you, Jaithan, and all your readers a wonderful and happy Thanksgiving. Dear Eddie, I'm thankful for you: you make it look beautiful and easy.
Posted by: Vajra | November 24, 2011 at 12:59 AM
Beautiful table but I wouldnt have expected any less from you both. have a wonderful holiday!
Posted by: diane | November 24, 2011 at 12:44 AM
Your table looks STUNNING...adore the idea of the rug...so cozy, and the compotes on the silver tray...gorgeous!! Wishing you both a wonderful Thanksgiving ~
Posted by: designchic | November 24, 2011 at 12:13 AM
Absolutely Gorgeous!The antique rug as a cloth is stunning!
Happy Thanksgiving Eddie and Jaithan!
Love and Hugs
Karena
Art by Karena
Posted by: Karena | November 23, 2011 at 11:45 PM
Always thought provoking and beautiful~I guess they call that combination inspiration! Happy T-day to you and Jaithan!
Posted by: amy@maison decor | November 23, 2011 at 10:33 PM
Eddie you do no wrong! I still have a huge crush on gold and love the mix of utensils. Happy Thanksgiving to you both. I know it's hard this year without your grandfather but I'm positive he's there with you in spirit and proud of you.
Cheers ~ Deb
Posted by: Deborah Peterson Milne | November 23, 2011 at 10:11 PM
Hmmm, hmm, good! What a delicious table setting! Enjoy your day tomorrow!
happy Thanksgiving!
Posted by: victoria | November 23, 2011 at 09:59 PM
Wow, I love the rug idea for a table cloth and the mixed cutlery and serving pieces are really unique..
I would love to hear what you are making also???
Happy Turkey Day!!!!
xxoo
M
Posted by: MELISSA LEE | November 23, 2011 at 09:13 PM
E+J, So pretty!
Have a wonderful day tomorrow...
Loretta
Posted by: Loretta Fontaine (APPLESandRUBIES) | November 23, 2011 at 09:02 PM
What a beautiful table - enjoy your friends, enjoy your Thanksgiving.
xoxoTrina
Posted by: Trina | November 23, 2011 at 08:56 PM
Ohhhhh gorgeous!!!
Love the idea of using an oriental rug on the table too!
How was Palm Springs?
Wishing you both a lovely Thanksgiving Day!
Much love from your family in Alameda!!!
Posted by: Therese Long | November 23, 2011 at 08:45 PM
I absolutely want to reach through my phone screen and snatch that gorgeous Spode!!! Sorry but I do. I love it. What a pretty table. Thanks for showing that beauty isn't about the price tag. That's something to be thankful for! Happy thanksgiving to you both.
Posted by: Carol@HouseandHomeDefined | November 23, 2011 at 07:58 PM
Gorgeous! Especially love the cutlery.
Posted by: Jean | November 23, 2011 at 07:31 PM
Eddie, for most of us who don't have your eye, you might want to put a "don't try this at home" label on your pictures here! I certainly couldn't put a flea-market rug, Goodwill cups, and mismatched silverware together into such a spectacular ensemble. You have some VERY lucky friends coming for dinner tomorrow! Love to you and Jaithan -- Jen
Posted by: DC by Design | November 23, 2011 at 07:28 PM
Happy Thanksgiving,
Such a beautiful table Eddie. I hope that you, your family and friends will enjoy this holiday weekend and stay Blessed!
Posted by: Debra | November 23, 2011 at 07:28 PM
Happy Thanksgiving, Eddie + Jaithan! Lots of love from Atlanta to you both. xoox, Patti
Posted by: Patti Davis | November 23, 2011 at 07:13 PM
The rug is brilliant! Such inspiration. Thank you.
Posted by: Sandy Muraca | November 23, 2011 at 06:23 PM
so elegant Eddie! you are so talented. sending hugs, susan
Posted by: susan | November 23, 2011 at 06:20 PM
Looks lovely! What a handsome and inviting table. I was inspired by one of your bouquets, and incorporated pears in my floral creations, stop by the market for a peek when you have a chance. Happy Thanksgiving Eddie and Jaithan ~ have a wonderful day!! xo ebh
Posted by: Splendid Market | November 23, 2011 at 05:43 PM
What lucky guests to be wined and dined like Queens and Kings!
Looks so European and so gracious.
pve
Posted by: pve | November 23, 2011 at 05:07 PM
Eddie- Just wanted to let you know I am thankful for you. Your website always makes me smile. Peace and joy to you and Jaithan!!
Posted by: Karyn | November 23, 2011 at 05:04 PM
Oh its absolutely beautiful Eddie! I just love the rug and all the brass, its all perfect! Happy Thanksgiving to you and Jaithan!!
Posted by: lindsb | November 23, 2011 at 04:59 PM
Gorgeous, Eddie, as always!!! Wishing you, your friends and your family a healthy and happy Thanksgiving and Holiday season :-)
Posted by: Pam | November 23, 2011 at 04:24 PM
Uh! I have these same brass candlesticks on my mantle! Two bucks, as I recall, at a Boy Scout tag sale. But they were thoroughly filthy then. Still had their labels on the bottom: "Hand crafted brass." Took about an hour of washing and brass-polishing to bring them back to life. I,too, love them at this time of year. Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted by: Barbara | November 23, 2011 at 04:22 PM
Gorgeous but what else would I expect!
Posted by: ArchitectDesign | November 23, 2011 at 03:26 PM
*** E n' J~
It's been a while, and seeing this tablescaping was well worth the wait (and yes, I WOULD give just about anything of my collections for your horn handled fork & spoon! D*I*V*I*N*E!!!)).......... This table is so PERRRRFECT for a lovely, warm & cozy THANKSGIVING meal, even if you were serving BIG MACS!!!!
Sending the best to you both for a splendid T'giving!
Warmest,
Linda in AZ *
bellesmom1234@comcast.net
Posted by: Linda in AZ * | November 23, 2011 at 03:11 PM
GORGEOUS! Happy Thanksgiving to you and Jaithan!
Posted by: Ginger | November 23, 2011 at 03:01 PM
So pretty and unique, thank you for sharing.
Posted by: Pam | November 23, 2011 at 02:49 PM