Monday, April 5, 2010

Lantern Lighting

I have been searching for a new light fixture for above our kitchen table and have been drawn to these lantern styles.

Image Amy D Morris

I love the color of this one and the Japanese style.

Image America's Next Top Model House

The shape of this one in Tobi Fairley's dining room is just what I had in mind.

Tobi Fairley

Joni Webb used a really simple one in this gorgeous family room.

Image Cote de Texas

Then I saw this one at Aesthetic Oiseau and I knew it was the perfect one for me.........

Image Aesthetic Oiseau

It came from CSN Stores and is the Living Well Rubbed Bronze Lantern.   I love it and it was only $ 104.99 with free shipping !  We put it together and hung it in about an hour.





Here is the light we had before:

 Much better !  What do you think ?

I think that qualifies for Metamorphosis Monday.
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30 comments:

  1. AnonymousApril 5, 2010 at 4:21 PM

    Totally updated and looks awesome!

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  2. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsApril 5, 2010 at 4:35 PM

    It suits your room and decor so well, Tammy!

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  3. Design EsquireApril 5, 2010 at 4:40 PM

    It's perfect and you can't beat that price! Great addition.

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  4. Kelly LApril 5, 2010 at 4:47 PM

    It totally goes with your room! Excellent choice..

    Love to you
    Kelly
    http://www.ivebecomemymother.com

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  5. aneyefordetailApril 5, 2010 at 5:31 PM

    Tammy: I love it! And...your table and chairs. Really nice look and great improvement!

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  6. Annie DavisApril 5, 2010 at 11:04 PM

    Looks great Tammy!

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  7. My So Called Creative Life...April 6, 2010 at 12:03 AM

    Perfect! It's beautiful!

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  8. ashlina {the decorista}April 6, 2010 at 12:16 AM

    hi gorgeous. hope you had a great weekend. i am in love with your chairs in the dining room. WOW.

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  9. Kimberly Grigg at "It's So Fabulous!"April 6, 2010 at 12:19 AM

    Well done, Tammy! Nice choice!

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  10. DesignTiesApril 6, 2010 at 1:03 AM

    Great fixture - I love these lantern style lights, too. They bring such character to a room! Thanks for dropping by DesignTies today, Tammy... I appreciate the kudos for our hard work! I miss that kitchen, but I love the kitchen in our current house much more!!
    Victoria

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  11. hudsondebbApril 6, 2010 at 9:40 AM

    Such a simple change with a great impact, Tammy- great choice.

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  12. UnknownApril 6, 2010 at 2:31 PM

    Love the "Americas next top model" room. That table cloth is just gorgeous!

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  13. High-Heeled Foot in the doorApril 6, 2010 at 4:08 PM

    I love it in Daniela's house and I love it in yours as well!

    Love all of your dining room as well.

    Are there monkey's on your curtains? If so, love ya even more!!! :)

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  14. Kimberly Grigg at "It's So Fabulous!"April 7, 2010 at 2:21 AM

    Hi Tammy! I think I already commented on this blog post, but I just wanted to also let you know that I added you to my blog roll today. Thanks for the great content!

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  15. Amanda @ Serenity NowApril 7, 2010 at 10:52 PM

    It looks great!! Love a good "Before" and "After" like that. :) Thanks for visiting my blog while I was away. :)

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  16. Maria KillamApril 7, 2010 at 11:16 PM

    Tammy it's absolutely perfect, wow I just love it, what a difference!!
    You are so good!
    maria

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  17. Absolutely LadylikeApril 8, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Oh, I absolutely love it! Great choice, congrats!

    Have a great Thursday dear Tammy, cheers: Evi

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  18. Sixty-Fifth AvenueApril 8, 2010 at 4:29 PM

    I love your new light. What a wonderful change it made.
    Your blog design is beautiful.

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  19. AnonymousApril 8, 2010 at 7:28 PM

    I love the new light fixture. It works perfect in the space and makes so much more of a statement than the old one. Great job!

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  20. Dayka RobinsonApril 8, 2010 at 11:23 PM

    i love lanterns, and that table skirt is FABULOUS!

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  21. NatalieApril 9, 2010 at 1:28 PM

    I love that dining room with the light blue walls + cherry blossoms...so so pretty.

    Congrats on being the giveaway winner on Down and Out Chic! I think you will love my stationery :)

    xoxo

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  22. LilaApril 10, 2010 at 1:21 PM

    Yep, you picked a good one. It looks perfect in your dining room!
    Lila Ferraro
    Queen Bedroom Sets

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  23. DesignTiesApril 10, 2010 at 8:43 PM

    I really like the look of lantern light fixtures. Yours looks great over your kitchen table :-)

    Your comment on my wabi-sabi post made me laugh :-D I'm going to say "wabi-sabi" when my projects don't work out perfect too!!

    Kelly @ DesgignTies

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  24. Its So Very CheriApril 11, 2010 at 7:49 AM

    I like the new light, a huge improvement.

    You are so talented--you have a great eye for beautiful design items.

    I also wanted to let you know I have a fun give-a-way going on.

    Cheri

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  25. Dena PickleApril 11, 2010 at 11:31 AM

    Tammy I love the lantern inspired lighting!
    It looks perfect in your dining room, an awesome additon!
    Dena

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  26. Jennifer {Studio JRU}April 11, 2010 at 2:18 PM

    OHH... I love all your inspiration pictures. Your new light looks fantastic!!

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  27. EDYTA & CO. INTERIOR DESIGNApril 11, 2010 at 2:28 PM

    Lanterns give a great nostalgia to the room :) Can't wait to see how it looks!!
    I love the second and fourth image you posted.. Beautiful!

    xoxo
    Edyta
    http://edytaandco.blogspot.com/

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  28. Bailey@ peppermintblissApril 11, 2010 at 3:40 PM

    MUCH better, lookin' good!

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  29. UnknownApril 12, 2010 at 5:44 PM

    Great post Tammy and your dining room looks great!! (I too am in love with that top model dining room.. the color on those walls is amazing!)

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  30. bluehydrangeaApril 14, 2010 at 10:41 PM

    Loving your new lantern..it looks fabulous!

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