Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Chandelier Transformation

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The other night, I caught part of an HGTV show called "25 Great Holiday Ideas". It showed a great project in which a viewer had decorated her chandelier with garland. She basically wrapped the garland around the base and then upward. When she was done, it resembled the shape of a Christmas tree and it was quite stunning. I've tried to find a photo or clip of that part for you, but there is none to be found. You'll have to watch the show!

Well, I looked at my dining room chandelier and then the Pottery Barn Bay Leaf Swags I've had for a few years sitting just below it. (By the way, I don't see the swags online but they do have the bay leaf square wreaths and bay leaf garland.) I said to myself, "Self, I think it just might work!" So, here is the magic...

BEFORE

AFTER


Here are a few more shots to add to the sparkle of the holiday season...







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27 comments:

  1. MindyDecember 17, 2008 at 9:08 PM

    Amy! This is wonderful. It's not just good. It's kick booty wonderful! A very nice twist. Wowsers! ~Mindy

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  2. trash talkDecember 17, 2008 at 9:13 PM

    Girl, that is beautiful. Would of love to have been there to see you swinging from that chandalier! Love the quote on the fairy, too. Words to live by. I think we're all doing that, don't you? Debbie

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  3. MalisaDecember 17, 2008 at 9:34 PM

    Same thing could be done with mistletoe! Very inspiring!

    Malisa

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  4. The Texas WomanDecember 17, 2008 at 9:44 PM

    You got one big problem with this Christmas decor...it looks so good you won't want to take it down. You will miss it, girl!

    Love your ceiling. The house we built on our farm had 6-inch car siding on 3-inch centers so very similar.

    GPOA!

    The Texas Woman

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  5. THE VERANDADecember 17, 2008 at 10:18 PM

    WOW! That looks great! You did a fantastic job!

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  6. MelissaDecember 17, 2008 at 10:54 PM

    I've just loved your holiday posts. I do have to tell you Jeff may have to disown you as a friend b/c you used the word "tablescape." He absolutely hates that word. Also, may I please have your mailing address. Email me. mk_nicholson@msn.com.

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  7. Tabitha BlueDecember 17, 2008 at 10:58 PM

    GORGEOUS!!!!! It's truly beautiful!!! I love pottery barn too, and this look is wonderful! Nicely done!!

    :)
    ~Tabitha~

    freshmommyblog.com

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  8. LoriDecember 18, 2008 at 7:15 AM

    Beautiful chandelier! I love those angels :)

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  9. Cheryl ConnellDecember 18, 2008 at 5:38 PM

    Amy,
    I just read your whole blog and it is wonderful. Love all your junk finds. I am up here in north canada and nice to see someone who is in the same boat as me with the weather - not like all these Texas gals!
    I have been around to all the other junk blogs too and I need to make some more comments.

    Talk again,
    Cheryl

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  10. JennyDecember 18, 2008 at 7:39 PM

    Cool! I love it! I wrap a small beaded garland around the bottom of mine! Nothing as cool as yours!

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  11. Stacey @ The Blessed NestDecember 18, 2008 at 8:38 PM

    Girl, that is too gorgeous!! I've been away from blogland for a while, and just read your last "girls night in" post! Can I still join you for that glass of wine?? Pleeeease?! I would love to relax and catch up with you :)!! Hope you're doing well, and have a wonderfully Merry Christmas!
    Stacey

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  12. Buzzings of a Queen Bee!December 18, 2008 at 10:15 PM

    I am so impressed!! Your chandelier looks fantastic!
    Carrie

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  13. Auntie JoyDecember 19, 2008 at 12:24 AM

    What a great idea! Thanks for sharing! Your photos a beautiful!
    JOY!

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  14. UnknownDecember 19, 2008 at 6:53 AM

    WOW!!!! That is awesome! Good job! It looks just perfect.....I'm so impressed!

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  15. AnonymousDecember 19, 2008 at 10:28 AM

    Wow! This looks so good, Amy. Especially paired up with the surroundings including your ceiling. Wonderful job!
    Candy

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  16. AnonymousDecember 20, 2008 at 4:27 AM

    Oh wow, this is wonderful. Clarice @ Storybook Woods

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  17. jenDecember 20, 2008 at 10:30 AM

    It looks lovely!

    Jen

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  18. .December 20, 2008 at 1:12 PM

    Hi
    Thanks for the comment. Oh just love your idea. Thanks, Denise

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  19. Jen - Balancing Beauty and BedlamDecember 20, 2008 at 2:45 PM

    LOVE THIS!!! WOW - it's just beautiful!

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  20. Free Art PrintablesDecember 20, 2008 at 3:16 PM

    Love love love love love love love your chandelier.... did I say love love love?? Can I say it again? Creative, great textures... FABULOUS! Am I gushing ? Because I am going to steal.. errrr... borrow this for next year! This is Rock star good!

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  21. DESIGN BY CATHLEENDecember 20, 2008 at 8:12 PM

    Fabulous Chandelier! I been skipping around your blog! Love it! :-)
    Cathleen

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  22. IxchelDecember 21, 2008 at 9:32 AM

    Love it Amy!

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  23. GinaDecember 21, 2008 at 6:44 PM

    What an amazing idea-it looks just beautiful!

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  24. Wsprsweetly Of CottagesDecember 22, 2008 at 4:58 AM

    WOW! What a difference. Not only that...sigh..your ceiling is not all that cottage cheese stuff like mine. SOMETHING has got to be done about that....someday. Anyway..you did good! Merry Christmas!

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  25. TinaDecember 22, 2008 at 3:29 PM

    I just stumbled upon your blog through another blog friend. I really dig the chandelier. Great job.
    T

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  26. Leigh of Tales from BloggeritavilleDecember 22, 2008 at 5:00 PM

    very elegant!

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  27. Cabin 19 Supply CompanyDecember 25, 2008 at 9:13 AM

    Gorgeous!!

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