Sorry for the silence, everyone! The holidays have such a wonderful way of distracting me. I have about a hundred unread emails at the moment, and all I really want to do is bake, wrap presents and set my table for Christmas! Speaking of, if you're looking for a clever way to add glamour to your table, pick up a copy of Southern Living. This month, I fashion a set of elegant napkins rings from vintage brooches I found at a Nashville flea market. After all, if the style icon Coco Channel used costume jewelry to accessorize a dress, why not use it to adorn a glittering holiday table?
Great Idea Eddie! I've I'm really organized, I'll get this done for next year! So simple and gorgeous.
Posted by: Nenaghgal | December 31, 2011 at 01:18 PM
genius! Love that idea! They are so fun and beautiful! Congrats on yet another magazine article! You guys are awesome!
Posted by: Jenn-Lee | December 30, 2011 at 10:32 PM
Wow, these are so pretty - I wish I'd read this post before Christmas. Although, come to think of it, these would be great for any occasion!! Thanks for the inspiration, Eddie!
Posted by: Pam | December 29, 2011 at 10:55 PM
Hi, Eddie, I love seeing you in Southern Living now!! I've been so busy this year with life & my blog that I haven't had a chance to come by lately. You are still inspiring & making gorgeous tables & vignettes. Looking forward to a fun 2012! Hope to see you in ATL again one of these days. Happy Holidays to you and Jaithan!
Posted by: Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality | December 26, 2011 at 01:13 PM
Dear Eddie,
Thanks so much for stopping by Hampton Hostess and your lovely comments-Dash would love to stop by and visit you and Jaithan soon! Love your fresh take on a holiday table and the way you mix it up--it still reads holiday but its fun and exciting. Wishing you both a very happy Holiday and all the best for the New Year! Hope to see you in NY your next trip this way!!! xxBarbara
Posted by: Hampton Hostess | December 21, 2011 at 08:30 AM
These are so cute! Now I just have to add vintage brooches to my ever growing list of flea market finds! Happy Holidays to you and Jaithan!
Posted by: LindsB | December 19, 2011 at 02:02 PM
Oh,yes! I subscribe to Southern Living so I already had read your article. Very clever way to adorn plain napkin rings into something spectular! Now, my hunt begins for those brooches! Happy Holidays to you both!
Posted by: maureen | December 19, 2011 at 09:13 AM
You amaze me...fantastic idea! I need to start treasure hunting in the family bling drawers...it's about time those baubles get used.
Enjoy your seasonal playtime...
xo J~
Posted by: Jessica | December 18, 2011 at 12:36 PM
I just ordered a subscription after seeing Seleta's home in it. Can't wait to get a copy!
Posted by: Lindsey a. | December 18, 2011 at 11:24 AM
AMAZING!
As always.
Mr. Goodwill Hunting
Posted by: Mr. Goodwill Hunting | December 18, 2011 at 10:30 AM
Though napkin rings are not my thing it's a lovely idea.
Posted by: Tonia | December 17, 2011 at 11:40 PM
I am in love with these!
Posted by: Kayce hughes | December 17, 2011 at 06:13 PM
Brilliant!!
Posted by: Luxury Monograms | December 17, 2011 at 02:26 PM
Eddie,
Years ago when I was in my late teens and early twenties, I use to troll flea markets and such, and I remember just loving things most people did not then... I was I guess a little ahead of the times, all your post remind me of that time in my life, and then when Martha came out with her magazine in the very early 90's, I was in heaven and now I am with you.....
xoxo
m
Posted by: MELISSA LEE | December 17, 2011 at 11:36 AM
What a beautiful look! I saw a bunch of new vintage looking brooches at Macy's yesterday for cheap. I'm totally getting some. What glue did you use? I have E-6000, would that be good for these?
Posted by: Diane Mitchell | December 17, 2011 at 10:42 AM
A fine toast and post to the brooch! Happy Holiday Wishes to you and Jaithan!!
xx sharon
Posted by: sharon taylor | December 17, 2011 at 07:02 AM
How so very decadent dahhling!
Posted by: HRH The Duchess of State | December 17, 2011 at 05:55 AM
Love the glam touch with the brooches - perfection!
Posted by: Elisa | December 17, 2011 at 03:12 AM
Another great idea!!
Happy Holidays.
xsxs
Posted by: Sandra Jonas | December 17, 2011 at 12:24 AM
Funny I'm visiting my mom today and was reading her Southern Living and I "may" have tore this idea from the magazine for my design files!!! I have so many of my grandma's jewelry this would be a great idea especially at Christmas so our family can see it and can all be reminded of her!!
Posted by: Laurie Jones | December 16, 2011 at 11:24 PM
Brilliant use of bling!!! What a great idea for holiday or even Mother's Day! :)
Big hugs to both of you. Time to bake, wrap and enjoy the holidays!!
xoxo Elizabeth
Posted by: pretty pink tulips | December 16, 2011 at 10:31 PM
So glad you are enjoying the season, me too!! My Mom has a bazillion old costume jewelry pins, I will have to tell her about it. She uses the rhinestone and pearl pieces to decorate her tree, It is so sparkly and pretty, I just love looking at each and every piece. Merry Christmas to you and Jaithan, xo Kathysue
Posted by: kathysue | December 16, 2011 at 08:13 PM
fabulous idea!...and I like that they don't have to all match..much more fun this way..
best,
maureen
Posted by: eclectic revisited | December 16, 2011 at 07:32 PM
I loved this issue and what a brilliant idea...gorgeous and festive napkin rings for the holidays!! Happy Friday ~
Posted by: designchic | December 16, 2011 at 07:26 PM
I am such a push-over when it comes to flash&trash(magpie-anything shiny)soooo let the brooch napkin ring hunt begin. Love this idea...xxpeggybraswelldesign.com
Posted by: peggy | December 16, 2011 at 07:20 PM
I saw this last month and LOVED the concept - I thought it was sooo great. I'm going to look for them when I go home to CT and go tag saling - they are too expensive out here (LA). Another alterative which I know you won't be doing LOL - this is for the girls is when I had a cocktail dress - I couldn't find the perfect chocker - so I used a vintage brooch and put it on a piece velvet - you can tie it like a choker or wear it long. But I'm definetely going to be dressing up the napkin rings. Love your pieces in the mags. Also, thanks for the kind comments last month :)
Posted by: Ann | December 16, 2011 at 07:11 PM
Very cool. These could get really fun!
Stop by and see my MAJORLY pruned Christmas tree if you get a chance.
Merry Christmas to you guys!
Steve
Posted by: Steve | December 16, 2011 at 04:44 PM
Very clever! Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year.
Posted by: Mary Ann | December 16, 2011 at 03:49 PM
Super glam way to dress a table. I love this idea of using vintage broaches. As always fun to see what creative ideas you have to share. Thanks Eddie~and Hi to you Jaithan!!
Posted by: amy@maison decor | December 16, 2011 at 01:51 PM
I saw these - and loved them - very clever of you!! Happy Holidays!
Posted by: patti | December 16, 2011 at 11:23 AM
This is such a cute idea, my mom actually ripped this article out and sent it to me!
Posted by: Kate {domestikatedlife} | December 16, 2011 at 11:07 AM
How fresh and pretty, yet glamourous! I think I have some of those stowed away somewhere!! Looking forward to seeing your table.
Posted by: Splendid Market | December 16, 2011 at 10:40 AM
Honey I read that article and I already did this last year at my gals Christmas party.
I thought OMG I am as smart as Eddie Ross LOL !!!!!!!!!!!!! however he's in a magazine and I am in small town America LOL
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year.
I have enjoyed reading you all year
xoxoxo
Posted by: Curtains in my Tree | December 16, 2011 at 09:40 AM
You don't mind if I borrow this idea , do you? I am convinced you don't sleep. This idea makes me think of my Nana who worked at Lord and Taylor's back in the day of the chic glossy white boxes w/ a red rose:) she had drawers full of costume jewelry .
Posted by: Lizziefitz | December 16, 2011 at 08:57 AM
this is rocking my world ... heading up to dig out the old jewelry box right NOW ...
Merry Christmas from my house to yours
Posted by: savvycityfarmer | December 16, 2011 at 08:37 AM
Love thos one! Plan to start looking for brooches when I am at the Fleas!
Lynn from Decor Arts Now
Posted by: Decor Arts Now | December 16, 2011 at 08:22 AM
pretty table bling anytime of year.
pve
Posted by: pve | December 16, 2011 at 03:32 AM
What a brilliant idea...I now want to go through my moms drawers to look for every brooch of hers to make these. Love them!!!
Posted by: Iris | December 16, 2011 at 01:57 AM
I saw this feature and thought it was a great idea. Now all I need are some brooches! Great idea, Eddie!
Posted by: bevy | December 16, 2011 at 01:34 AM