Have you seen the new special issue on organizing from Martha Stewart?
I was surprised to find two projects I produced years ago as the Senior Style Editor at Living. For a bathroom without shelves in an apartment above Martha's carriage barn in Bedford, I had six brass shelf brackets nickel-plated, then paired them with lightweight lacquered trays for extra storage.
Peek-a-boo! I see me.
For the second project, I made a shelf and bench in studio using antique corbels from a salvage yard. How cute is my friend Austin's poodle Matilda on the seat cushion?
I could have definitely used a manicure after this shoot.
And listen up, everyone! We're doing a little early spring organizing in the prop house this month, so look for a tag sale in our Etsy shop with chic, vintage servingware and accessories from previous magazine shoots very soon!

























This is one of the most charming actconus of history that I've ever come across.....girly, you have charmed the little white work out socks right off me.... your grandparents, well it leaves me speechless, just like the miniature vignettes in your theater.Remember the scene in "Titanic" when Jack sneaks Kate down to steerage....they Irish dance all night long while Mr. and Mrs. prim and proper snore away upstairs.....I LOVED THIS SCENE...it transported me...
Posted by: Mary | April 24, 2012 at 02:31 AM
Just selected sconces very similar to those in the bathroom story for a project we're working on right now. Some things never go out of style!
Posted by: doug @ tracery | March 30, 2012 at 07:49 PM
Eddie, just wanted to tell u that I simply think u are bloody amazing ...LOVE LOVE the works u do... wished u lived in TORONTO(canada)If u ever come to TORONTO please keep us posted...
Cheryl
Posted by: Cheryl Cusack | March 28, 2012 at 02:22 PM
All things are beautiful and clean. I can't wait to do it in my new house.
Posted by: jutta | March 27, 2012 at 03:33 AM
The projects are beautiful--well done! Just wanted to let you know I do enjoy all of the posts that you have at your blog--when I first "discovered" you online last year, I got sucked in, reading away, and didn't emerge for a couple of days!
Posted by: Athena at Minerva's Garden | March 26, 2012 at 06:57 PM
just goes to show that great style and fab ideas always seem fresh :) best le xox
Posted by: le@third | March 26, 2012 at 07:04 AM
E+J- I clicked the link to the prop house article and loved it. The candles hanging and ready to go... So organized!
Loretta
Posted by: Loretta Fontaine (APPLESandRUBIES) | March 19, 2012 at 09:27 PM
Perfect ideas for spring cleaning and organizing projects! Great job!
Posted by: Aspiring Kennedy | March 18, 2012 at 06:22 PM
Good ideas are timeless, ER, and these look great! And I love that bathroom mirror.
Posted by: Flock of Tea Cosy | March 14, 2012 at 08:09 PM
Martha must be begging you to come back! Admit it!
Hugs to you both.
Mon
Posted by: Splendid Willow | March 13, 2012 at 12:53 PM
oh and btw, just like last time I sighed and ohhhed and ahhhhed over the goodies in your prop house! I love your white ware!
Posted by: robyn | March 13, 2012 at 07:34 AM
I love all of those ideas but the last one with the FABULOUS corbels is to die for!~ As always, you are awesome!
Posted by: robyn | March 13, 2012 at 07:30 AM
i want to DIVE into these rooms! you are so incredibly talented & inspirational! come to my house? m'kay, thanks! :)
Posted by: rachel trigueiro | March 12, 2012 at 04:32 PM
I adore both the shelves and the mirror from the first photo! I love it when dogs are incorporated into interior shots. Much like flowers, they bring such life and warmth to a room! :)
Posted by: Emily-Claire Ballou | March 12, 2012 at 04:14 PM
Fabulous as always !!!and the dog is adorable!!
XOXO
Bea
Posted by: Modern Country Lady | March 11, 2012 at 12:12 PM
One...I remember those project and they were awesome ideas. Two...totally bummed I missed you in DC, but with a newborn my life is just a tad bit busy :). Hope all is well! xx Danielle
Posted by: Danielle {freshquince} | March 10, 2012 at 12:46 PM
Love this !
Posted by: Patricia | March 08, 2012 at 05:28 AM
An Eddie Ross tag sale?? I couldn't be more excited! And oh my goodness Matilda is so precious and cute you almost think that she's a stuffed animal!
Posted by: traci zeller designs | March 07, 2012 at 09:19 PM
oh wow, I love how you used the corbels there! Brilliant. Your creativity never fails to amaze me.
Going to keep an eye on the Etsy shop!
Posted by: Elisa | March 07, 2012 at 05:30 PM
Just proves that good ideas are timeless!
Posted by: Diane | March 07, 2012 at 04:43 PM
i think she is missing you......
xo
debra
Posted by: debra@5th and state | March 07, 2012 at 04:27 PM
I got this as a little Valentine's Day gift from my husband when we saw it while grocery shopping - I've been slowly making my way through it - there are so many great images and ideas in it!
Posted by: Beth (Hello Lover) | March 07, 2012 at 04:22 PM
Those are some great ideas! Going shopping or at least checking out the goodies in your Etsy. Have a beautiful day designing.
Posted by: jennylynn | March 07, 2012 at 12:57 PM
You must have been able to decorate and re-do your new home on a real budget?
That is such the gift you give to all of us...
I bet her farm is amazing I use to drive by her Westport home all the time...
xo
Melissa
Posted by: melissalee22@msn.com | March 07, 2012 at 12:10 PM
Just goes to show when something is good it's worth recycling even for Martha.
XX
Debra~
Posted by: Acquired Objects | March 07, 2012 at 11:45 AM
Can't wait for your sale! You always have the best things and so my style! Hope you guys are well. Any chance you're going to be in NYC around May 19-24? I'm coming for BlogFest and would love to finally meet you both in person if you'll be in the city! xo
Posted by: Marianne {Style For Living} | March 07, 2012 at 11:28 AM
All beautiful! And love that great wicker basket in the mud room.
xoTrina
Posted by: Trina | March 07, 2012 at 11:18 AM
Love the Corbel shelves and the lacquered trays on brackets...great ideas. Looking forward to your prop sale!
Nancy
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Posted by: Nancy @ PowellBrowerHome.com | March 07, 2012 at 08:46 AM
Didn't know this issue existed!
Posted by: One Fabulous Mom | March 07, 2012 at 08:41 AM
We based our mud room
addition on the very Matilda
shot that you feature, here!
It was my inspiration page
for our contractor : ) Wish
I could say I'd made the
corbels myself, but I'm not
nearly talented as you two
are. THANK YOU for the
inspiration ~ as always!
xx Suzanne
Posted by: Suzanne | March 07, 2012 at 06:10 AM
I need some serious organizing around here.....what great projects!
Posted by: elizabeth@lovelylittleparties | March 07, 2012 at 12:33 AM
It just goes to show that your work (and style) stands the test of time, even tho it was only 2 years ago, ;)
Matilda is a darling! As are your projects.
Posted by: ColleenwithMurals&More | March 06, 2012 at 11:20 PM
Eddie,
Love the bracketed shelf and bench. The pupster is so cute!!
Xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Posted by: Karena | March 06, 2012 at 11:10 PM
Great projects! Glad Martha brought them back for another visit. I completely thought that dog was a toy ;0
Posted by: Lizziefitz | March 06, 2012 at 10:35 PM
1. I just saw the photos of your "prop house."..drooling over heeja. 2a. LOVE that you guys are going Etsy! 2b. How can I register for early-bird VIP shopping?! ;) 3. I did see that issue and saw so many great ideas...it is NO surprise that you are the genius behind some of its content! XO
Posted by: Amanda | March 06, 2012 at 10:20 PM
What good ideas. I have stored the first project in my files for many months now and can't wait to utilise the same ideas. I had no idea they were trays, I thought they were thick wooden planks painted gloss white.
Posted by: drey | March 06, 2012 at 08:43 PM
Fun bathroom space. Love the high ceiling
Just re-did a closet too....you inspired us. It
was one of the last spaces needing a remodel in
this old home. Not as pretty as yours, but done.
Posted by: My Design Guide | March 06, 2012 at 08:31 PM
I tried to find this at my Books A Million today but couldn't locate it. I can't wait to get my hands on a copy. Congrats on being included. Love those projects, by the way. And I'll be checking out your Etsy shop. Best to you and J :)
Carrie
Posted by: Carrie Waller | March 06, 2012 at 08:05 PM
Terrific ideas, of course. I'm actually contemplating how to incorporate some shelving in my bar area for additional glasses. I like the idea of finding something older, it will look so much better that brand new shelving.
Looking forward to visiting the tag sale!
Posted by: Splendid Market | March 06, 2012 at 07:38 PM
Good stuff doesn't got out of style...does it?! Are you doing a "special" Easter table "spread" this year?? I "emulated" yours from last year and almost killed myself...but WE LOVED IT. franki
Posted by: Franki Parde | March 06, 2012 at 07:19 PM
Can't wait to see what you have to offer in your prop shop!!! It looks like Martha is in need of your expertise. You would think by now she would have some new material. Goes to show, just how GOOD YOU are!! xoxo Kathysue
Posted by: KATHYSUE | March 06, 2012 at 07:18 PM
Is there anything you CAN'T do Eddie? You are so talented! And that little dog is adorable!
Posted by: carla fox | March 06, 2012 at 07:17 PM
Love seeing these. You are one talented fellow. xxpeggybraswelldesign.com
Posted by: peggy braswell | March 06, 2012 at 07:14 PM
Yes it's on the shelf next to my desk! I love it and your great ideas!!
Posted by: Laura Casey Interiors | March 06, 2012 at 07:08 PM
You inspired me to do a white and green mudroom in my house too, with the baskets and riding boots tray. My mudroom is holding up very well still to this day! xo
Suzanne in CT.
Posted by: suzanne spina | March 06, 2012 at 04:47 PM
Matilda is a doll, and great storage ideas never go out of style! I look forward to seeing what you'll be letting go of in your Etsy shop.
Kat :)
Posted by: Kat @Low Tide High Style | March 06, 2012 at 04:25 PM
I bought this issue of MS Organizing, and I am totally not surprised to see your projects in here! Your work and ideas are so incredible! Wishing you a wonderful week! Angie xo
Posted by: Angie@Echoes of Laughter Blog | March 06, 2012 at 04:22 PM