When it comes to design, scale matters. I’m talking about chandelier lighting today (the one above is from Wayfair*). Obviously the higher the ceiling the taller the chandelier should be. The way to figure out the right size for your room is to multiply the your ceiling height by 2.5-3 to get the approximate measurement […]
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How To Install Kitchen Cabinet Lighting
Last year when we did our kitchen makeover, one item on the to-do list was installing cabinet lighting in both the new upper cabinets and under the existing lowers. We finally just got around to finishing up that project recently (things take time around here!) and what a difference it makes! It’s really pretty easy […]
Kitchen Pendant Lighting ORC Week 3
Week 3-we are halfway there….Yikes! I’ve made progress since week 2, but I wish I were further along than I am. As I mentioned last week, we did get our new pendant lighting installed above our sink area. I’d like to say a huge thank you to Lamps Plus, one of the official sponsors of the […]
Designer Lighting Tips
Rustic Faux Antler Chandelier Lighting is often overlooked when decorating you space. It really can make or break an entire room. There is nothing worse than lighting that is so bright that you feel as if you are under interrogation. There are a few simple guidelines to follow that will help you avoid lighting […]
DIY Lighting Fixtures
Some girls have an obsession with shoes. I’ll spend my paycheck on a beautiful lighting fixture over a pair of shoes any day. Chandelier’s can get costly, but here are several DIY lighting fixtures that might just inspire you to make your own! 1. Paper Starburst Light from the 3 R’s blog. […]
Restoration Hardware Chandelier Hack
This is my second Restoration Hardware chandelier hack! I’ve mentioned several times before that my friend has recently moved into a new home. She’s been working like crazy making her little fixer upper pretty. I’ve been over there every chance I can to help. There’s no end to the DIY projects there! Her dining room […]
Ceiling Fan Light Covers
I have two ceiling fans in my house. One is in my main living room and one is in my bedroom. Both of which had those frosted glass light covers, which make the fans look so outdated. I’ve been thinking about replacing them for some time, but I couldn’t find anything that would fit that […]
9 Ways to Decorate With Patio Lights
Now that the warm weather is finally here, our back patio feels like an extra room because we spend so much time out there. This year I want to add some mood lighting out there using patio lights for those long summer nights. I’ve always loved the globe-style lights, but that isn’t your only option! […]
DIY Copper Light Fixture
Today I’ve teamed up with a group of other bloggers for a design challenge. Each month one of us will pick an item from Home Depot that we have to make something out of. The catch is it has to be a gift for a specific person each month. This months chosen item is this […]
Restoration Hardware Knockoff Chandelier
Orb chandeliers have been around for a while now. I don’t know about you, but I love them as much now as when I first saw one over at Restoration Hardware. I have been coveting this one for at least a year now. While shopping in Home Goods one day, I found the inspiration […]
Anthro-Inspired Lamps
Anthropologie has some of my favorite lamp shades. However, starting at $90 for just the shade I cannot justify spending that kind of money on one. I decided to redo a couple of lampshades for my younger daughters room that are similar in style to my favorites at Anthropologie using items I had on hand. I already had two lamps […]
