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The Beauty of Small Chandeliers
Jul 17th
Chandeliers have been considered a wonderful piece of decoration since ages. They came into being when there was no electricity. So for the original models, candles were the source of lighting. Gradually it became associated only with the aristocrat and affluent people. Even today the real chandeliers are quite expensive and not afforded by all but the small chandeliers are quite economical and equally beautiful.
Small chandeliers may be obtained in many different styles like antique, rustic, ornate and sleek designs. They compliment with all types of room decor, modern or traditional. These light fixtures are available in countless of attractive designs that just their addition makes a room bright and beautiful. They look great in small bed room or living rooms and also ideal to be used in the entrance or bathroom.
The miniature chandeliers today are not restricted to be hung only to the ceilings. They are designed to be hung up on the walls, corners or even be kept on a table and there are even several varieties of outdoor chandeliers. They can give any room a style and character of its own. They have a luxurious appeal and add depth to even a small room. They are very much favored by the interior decorators to give any room a quick make over within a budget.
The price of small chandeliers is within everybody’s reach. The price mainly depends upon the material used and the intricacy of design. Wrought iron, glass, bronze or brass chandeliers are cheaper than the silver, platinum or crystal ones. Nowadays chandeliers may be found in natural materials like wicker, cane or bamboo. They look extremely chic and are eco-friendly too.
Simple designs may be found for $100. The more complicated the design, the more is the price. The special hand crafted models are exquisite and costs accordingly. They can be easily found in light fixture shops or even can be bought from the online vendors at attractive prices.
Make Your Own Home Decor
Jan 23rd
Buying attractive accessories and soft furnishings to enhance your home decor can be a major expense, especially when you are first setting up home. With a little thought and imagination you can make things yourself, even if you are not very handy, which can add your individual personality to your home. Making your own items to adorn your home will also give you a sense of satisfaction which you would never achieve with just buying pieces from a store.
If you are not used to arts and crafts, start off with something simple. If you are lucky enough to live near to the sea or if you have picked up various shells and pebbles from beach vacations in the past, these can make an attractive display in a glass vase or bowl. Place it in the bathroom to add a seaside feel or spray the pebbles with gold paint and place the arrangement on a coffee table or mantel.
You could try making your own artwork to hang on the walls if they are looking a little bare. A simple piece of beautiful fabric, stretched and fixed over a wooden frame, makes a lovely wall hanging that requires no artistic ability whatsoever. Or make a collage with family photos and colorful pictures clipped from magazines then frame. You can pick up a variety of old frames for very little cash at your local thrift store.
Making soft furnishings such as curtains, roman blinds, cushions and pillows is not difficult even for a novice and can be achieved with a basic sewing machine. Many areas around the country hold workshops and classes where you can go to learn to make curtains and even upholstery yourself. Once you get started you will find a host of ideas for making home decor accessories with fabric.
Where Can I Buy Vintage Furniture?
Dec 5th
Some people really struggle as they look for a way to decorate their homes on the cheap while still putting together something the enjoy and can be proud of when guests stop by for a visit. I’ve found that one of the best ways to decorate and create a compelling design scheme is to go vintage. You might be surprised to see how much really great old stuff gets sold at reasonable prices every day. Whether you are looking for decorative plates for a wall, or a large piece of furniture to act as a room’s focal point, you can usually fine it at amazing prices if you look around a bit.
Some people assume this means that everything will look “used”. This simply is not the case. There are countless vintage items sold every week at estate sales or on eBay that are in fabulous condition. Just as plentiful, and also easily found, are vintage items that need just bit of restoration to return to their former glory.
Old furniture is a great place to start for those looking to “go vintage” in their home decor. If you have the time to browse local classified ads, you will often see the ads of people trying to prepare for a move or a total redesigning of their homes. These people need room quickly and want to get their spaces cleared out fast. You might want to consider giving them a phone call to see just what kind of furniture they are looking to get rid of in a hurry. Many times, it is true vintage furniture. These people are not usually looking to get rich, they just want their space available for what is coming on the delivery truck in a week. They often do not even realize that there is any special value in the “old” furniture they are getting rid of at dirt cheap prices. You can often pick up some very nice old furniture like china closets or a vintage coffee table by going this route.
Another great place to pick up vintage items for sale is estate sales. These are run by companies that specialize in selling off entire estates in one day. If you have a truck and are willing to move things out within a day or so, you can actually make some good money just buying antique furniture at these events and then selling it at your leisure.
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