Sunday I spent the afternoon at Atlanta’s Scott Antique Market receiving a crash course in antiques from Eddie Ross! An intimate group of us were lead by the wonderful design wizard and his partner Jaithan Kochar through the South Building full of furniture, rugs, and home and garden accessories.
Eddie admonished us to prepare for shopping trips by knowing the measurements of the space we are designing to ensure we pick appropriate items that fit the space. Another great tip is to bring along fabric samples, especially if you are buying rugs.
There are literally hundred of vendors that carry an assortment of vintage goods such as the collegiate pennants below to old Sotheby’s and Christie’s auction catalogs.
It didn’t take long for me to admit that I’m a little too citified for the expansive collection of taxidermy…eek, but the little salt spoons tickled my fancy!
After the fabulous two hour tour, we said our good byes to Eddie and Jaithan, and blogger friends Tami, Jennifer, Ashley, and Jade. Tami brought along her adorable daughter which made me also look forward to sharing these little adventures with my Ava.
Thanks to Eddie and Jaithan for being such knowledgeable and gracious hosts! Be sure to visit their site so you won’t miss the tour when it hits your town!
July 13, 2010 at 12:31 pm
Looks like it was a fun day filled with lots of good stuff and tips. Thanks for sharing!
July 13, 2010 at 12:49 pm
An afternoon with Eddie + Jaithan is always special! And I adore the idea of using old silver tea pots for soup – brilliant! xoxo, Patti
July 13, 2010 at 1:01 pm
Lucky you! What an experience…I must live in the wrong city! Janell
July 13, 2010 at 1:05 pm
What did you purchase?!
July 13, 2010 at 3:30 pm
Very cool!! I am sure you came away with tons of great tips!
July 13, 2010 at 3:30 pm
Looks like such a great time, I love the those little salt spoons and agree would look darling on a necklace!
July 13, 2010 at 5:12 pm
It was so great seeing you! we are looking forward to hanging out with you on Saturday at the Mart! xoxoxo
E
July 13, 2010 at 5:29 pm
Looks like you guys had a fab time, Antiquing. Something I have not done a while, too busy junkin'
July 13, 2010 at 7:49 pm
You lucky girl! Did you take anything fabulous home?
July 13, 2010 at 8:07 pm
Fabulous!
July 14, 2010 at 4:57 am
I was not prepared for this shopping trip! No measurements and did not have my fabric samples. I'm considering going back next month. Anyone to join me?
July 14, 2010 at 1:32 pm
Oh my goodness! How fun!? Great tips… This is making me want to go hit the fleas!
July 14, 2010 at 6:18 pm
i love those two. you all look so fab together…how fun!!!! so jealous, wish i was hanging with you guys. xoxo
July 14, 2010 at 11:27 pm
This is pretty cool stuff Erika!!! Loved those vases!!
XOXO
Kiki
July 14, 2010 at 11:55 pm
Looks like you had so much fun and learned so much from Mr. Ross. We are so fortunate to have a place like Scott's to go antiquing at. It's such a great source for design and for inspiration. -c
July 15, 2010 at 12:37 am
Erica, Love this!!! SO jealz I missed it; I just saw on Eddie's blog that they were going to be there, and MFAMB and I almost met there on Sunday… we could have run into y'all! ;( I'm definitely planning on going to Scott's next month, and going to lakewood this wknd if you wanna hook up! XO
July 15, 2010 at 12:38 am
Awww, GEEZ. I can't even spell your name right! ;( Molly FAIL. Sorry, ERIKA!!!
July 15, 2010 at 2:43 am
Looks like you had a blast! I LOVE that necklace you are wearing too
July 15, 2010 at 3:43 am
What a great tips! I just love that Eddie. Thanks so much for sharing.
xo,
cristin
July 15, 2010 at 9:23 pm
Looks like a great day!
July 16, 2010 at 9:44 am
Great tips.
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Happy happy Friday, girls
xoxo,
raru