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A Beach Inspired Dump Rescue
Aug 19th
A couple weeks back I found this candle holder at the dump. Yes, the dump! I know what you’re thinking…”Ummm, Humm, girl…you should have left it there too!”. But no, I thought just maybe it deserved a little TLC and a resurrection.
So I put on my thinking cap and pulled together some other supplies (play sand from Home Depot along with a glass candle holder and candle from Target). Little Mr. Candle Holder got a good scrubbing and a fresh coat of spray paint.
Oh, and a few shells from one of our beach trips. And TA-DA!!! I’d say he was worth the rescuing!
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Glass Act-Choices In Handcrafted Glass Chandeliers
Jul 21st
I came across this amazing kitchen design by Pitsou Kedem in Architectural Digest yesterday. My eyes were instantly drawn to that magnificent glass chandelier hanging over the dining area. (Sorry, I couldn’t find a close-up of it.) It’s constructed of interlocking glass loops and exquisitely handcrafted. Seeing this article inspired me to research other handcrafted glass chandeliers.
This piece is a Suzanne Guttman Glass creation. The delicate hanging mechanism and minimal metalwork allow the glass to stand out.
In contrast, in this piece by Elizabeth Lyons of Lyons Glass the metalwork plays an important role as the armature, tying the piece together. The metallic of the steel and glass are simply grand on this small piece.
This gorgeous opalescent and clear glass chandelier from Red Fern Glass is simply stunning. Oh how I wish I had the space for such a piece.
So here’s hoping you find inspiration today, even in the seemingly small places!
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