So when we purchased this home, the kitchen looked like this:
We had so much work to do in here (painting cabinets, new backsplash, etc), and the pendant lights above the kitchen island had to go...they were of all things...bright cobalt blue!!!
So, in an effort to save a few bucks, instead of purchasing new ones, I simply removed the cobalt blue glass and replaced it with these "woven shades" (read: Target wastebaskets!!!) We simply measured and cut holes in the bottom of the wastebaskets so they would fit the fixture...
They worked like a charm, and I get such great feedback about them, I have a hard time confessing that they are really TRASHCANS.
You never know what you can do with a little creativity!
I love the new lights. We have canned spots (UGLY) over our bar and for the longest time I've wanted to replace them with beautiful, small pendants. I'm so inspired by your new look!!
Posted by: Susan | 01/21/2013 at 03:29 PM
What a great idea!! They look fabulous.
Suzyq
Posted by: suzyq-atthefarmhouse | 01/21/2013 at 03:59 PM
Don't ever have a hard time confessing to brilliance!!!!
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Posted by: Bazar Gorj Free Directory Listing | 02/07/2013 at 01:02 AM
That's more of a style. Far better than it was before. When I saw the first picture, I see there's a problem with the color. And when the project is done, cheren!, you reap it. The combination of white with dark accents appeals to every one.
Posted by: Jason Light | 03/13/2013 at 07:05 AM
Do you still have the blue lights?? I want them!!
Posted by: Susan | 04/06/2013 at 06:39 PM