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Showing posts with label gift show. Show all posts

Monday, January 25, 2016

Eddie Ross' Table at the Americasmart


It was Mart time at Americasmart last week.  It's the largest gift show in the country and I saw so many wonderful things that my head was spinning all week.  One of the best was a demonstration on table top design by Eddie Ross.  I absolutely love, love, love this colorful table that he did.  Just LOOK at all of the color and pattern that he brings together.  

Actually, if you look at each element by itself, it is quite classic and traditional.  BUT, when you use them in combination, magic happens, and it becomes a fresh, happy, fun, modern table.  

Here's Eddie......

and his partner, Jaithen as they were packing up.  They charmed everyone and took so many questions.  Then Eddie signed copies of his new book, The Modern Mix.

Here's the bucket of fresh flowers they used to make these gorgeous arrangements.

The real stunners for the table are these white pelicans from Fitz and Floyd.  Imagine how many different ways you could use them.  

.And just look at those crystal stems.  I sure wish I could remember where they came from!  Oh, boy!  Are they beautiful?  How many different colors are on this table?  They sure do work well together, don't they?  I'm gushing, aren't I?

I also don't remember the name or manufacturer of these dishes that bring this all together.  I think they look like Rosenthal.  I do know that he said the teal plates are vintage from an estate sale. I wish I had beaten him to that estate sale!

Wednesday, February 5, 2014

It's Not Too Late for Chocolate!!!


These three girls are the bomb!  They are Michelle, Danielle, and Ashley.  They all work at DeBrand Fine Chocolate and manned their company's booth at the Atlanta Gift Show in January.  Our booth was right across the aisle, and so for five days, we were treated to their lively personalities and teased by their very generous samples.  DO NOT feel sorry for us, though, as this is hands-down the very best chocolate I have ever, ever eaten. (And believe me.....I've done my share of research!)

Valentine 28 pc Heart Box of gourmet chocolates












I took this photo off of their company's website.  I know it looks good, but you can't imagine.  You really can't!  This illustrates the heart box designed for 2014.  They change the pattern each year, and let me tell you.....that's one collection of boxes I'd love to have. Take a minute to check out their line, especially their boxes made entirely out of chocolate.  Awe. Some.  They ship out of Fort Wayne, Indiana and the company has a great story.   Don't you have someone who "needs" chocolate for Valentine's Day????

Go.  Now.  Here:

PS.  I have not been compensated in any way for this post, nor was it solicited by the company or any of it's employees.  I just wanted to give a shout out to this company and their impressive sales team. 

Saturday, July 16, 2011

Can There Be Dish Overload???????

I've spent the last two days at the Atlanta Gift Show at America's Mart.  It is the largest gift show in the USA.  If there can be such a thing as dish coma, I think that I'm suffering from it!!!!


What's your pleasure?  Fine porcelain, bamboo, melamine, tin, pottery, or paper?
Chinatown. An American Classic!
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And your design preference?  Oriental, rustic, contemporary, floral, whimsical, or nautical?
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And your linens?  Cotton, organdy, linen, or blends?
casual linens  napkins
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Placemats?  Straw, linen, polypropylene, cotton, or twig?
casual linens placemats
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How about serving pieces?
David's Lane Acrylic Trays
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Candlesticks?
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Glassware?

And then there were the seven floors of holiday decorations!!  Don't even let me start there!!!!

It is an event filled with drama.  Every exhibitor is hoping for that big order that puts them on the map and every buyer is hoping to find those very special items that make their shop a "must shop" place with plenty of profit.  It's a balancing act that brings hoards of people and merchandise to the heart of Atlanta.  It's so much fun to attend.  I can just observe and learn the new sources, as I don't have to sell or stock a shop.  I'm just there to find the "stuff" for my design clients.  Boy!!!  Am I full of ideas!!!! 

Be sure to read tomorrow's post.  To celebrate my 100th post, I have a great giveaway!!! 


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