This year, I'm all about making the old new again. I love finding creative ways to repurpose potentially outdated items by using them in unexpected places. My grandmother has a fantastic collection of milk glass, crystal, pewter and china that look a bit “grandmotherly” when set on her 1960s table. Take those same pieces and mix them with contemporary fabrics, candles and chargers and you have a breathtaking tablescape.

I've recently become quite inpsired by home design and decorating blogs*. One of the most brilliant bloggers when it comes to making the old new again is the fabulous Eddie Ross. The successful caterer, decorator, stylist, chef and florist worked for Martha Stewart, Food Network and House Beautiful before starring in Bravo's Top Design competition. He and his partner, Jaithan, started a lifestyle company in which they offers styling services, guided flea market shopping trips, and vintage tabletop and giftware via Etsy. Together, they also produce a daily blog at eddieross.com with inspirational tips and information on how to decorate and entertain both beautifully and affordably.

One of my favorite things about Eddie is that even though he has access to some of the world's most beautiful and expensive pieces of artwork and finest furnishings, his favorite places to shop are flea he offers his advice on what to look for when purchasing china, silver, crystal, milk glass, pewter, linens or art from any of the many markets he frequents. I implore you to check out his Etsy store and his blog. I am continually blown away by his gorgeous floral arrangements, fabulous tablescapes, delcious-sounding meals and his flair for creating incredible entertainment experiences. He is one host whose parties I'd kill to be invited to!

In my quest to be more adventurous and well-traveled this year, I plan to join him this year for one of his outings. I hope to see you there!

*If you're unfamiliar with that term, a blog is a web log. It's basically an online account of your business, health, childrearing, cooking, life occurances, dogs, gluten-free living, etc. Some are entertaining, some are educational and some are touching. There 's a blog out there for everyone

All images from eddieross.com