It was love at first sight. I went to lunch with some of my friends from work on Friday and decided to stop in one of my favorite stores in Homewood, The Royal Standard (see the monogrammed trashcans in the background), to see if they had any chandeliers that might work for my diningroom. I really expected that I would have to look at quite a few places before I found one that WOW’d me and fit the budget. But, I just about jumped up and down with glee as I walked back and looked at the very few chandeliers they even carry. There it was, hanging in all its glory! Just waiting for me to come and buy it. And, when I checked the pricetag, it was scrawled in red marker with the clearance price of $158! SOLD! to me! Original price was $395, this was SO much better. This was one of the styles that I have seen lately that really caught my eye. It had the perfect shape and elegant, yet rustic look that I was going for.
What a beauty and I’m so happy with the deal I got too. Now it’s on to figuring out how to get the foyer light hung. That one is going to be much more of a challenge, but me and the hubby will try to get it done too. Might be next weekend before we tackle that one. I’m really happy to get this one up for now! Getting both of these lights at the same time has been so much fun. The brass is almost gone now!
Mom on the Run says
Gorgeous! And you are too talented–I’m not very good with the mechanical aspects of anything. Can’t even hang my own curtain rods…pathetic, I know!
Niesz Vintage Home says
That’s fantastic! It looks great in your dining room.
I knew you’d find just the right one, and for a bargain!
Kimberly 🙂
Sandra Evertson says
Gorgeous! Love the shades!
Sandra Evertson
Rhondi says
Hi Rhoda. That is a beautiful light and it looks just perfect in your dining room. Glad you found the perfect chandelier. And good for you for putting it up yourself! I’ll bet it looks even lovelier at night. Rhondi
Rosemary says
I love it too Rhoda!! What a beautiful piece and a great price.
It was meant to be.
Enjoy it,
Rosemary
joan says
Looks so great there! So happy you found just what you were looking for and at a price that didn’t hurt. Rhoda, I have to tell you I love your whole dining room, it’s just so pretty. Have a good week!
Nicki says
Oh I love it!!! It looks just right!! Way to go on the deal too!!
Sandi @the WhistleStop Cafe says
One of my favorite stores.
My friends loved that big clock I took for a house warming gift. i bought it when the ‘B’s were in town.
Love the light fixture!
Stephanie says
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Miss Sandy says
Wonderful fixture, it looks perfect over your round table and a great bargin to boot!
Miss Sandy
Carolina says
Rhonda what a great find! Wasn’t it well worth the wait! Stunning. And thanks for the Crock Pot ideas. 🙂
Carolina Mama says
P.S. Thanx much! Carolina Mama
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nannykim says
REally pretty–can’t believe you put it up/ I would never attempt it myself!
emily says
Love the new light! Great fit to the room!
Teresa @ PlumWater Cottage says
I’m glad you finally found a chandelier! Sometimes it’s just so hard to find a light fixture to “love”.
Alice says
I can’t believe you hung that yourself with only a quick hand from your husband. You are amazing! Your dining room looks gorgeous with this latest addition.
PamperingBeki says
Oh Rhoda, that looks so beautiful! You have such great taste.
The Decorated House says
You little electrical wiz you!
It is so much work putting up these silly things and you just tackled it.
In my house I hold up it while sweet husband works on it.
I’m glad you found one that you really liked. The other one nicely replaced!
**BTW, YOU WON!***
I’ll look for you address to send you Valentine Silhouette to you. But send me an email in case I didn’t tuck it way in the address book.
Donna
Penny @ Lavender Hill Studio says
Wow! That is a wonderful chandelier and is perfect for your dining room! Don’t you just love it when you find the perfect piece to set off a room? Great job!
Penny
Dena ~ swaddlecottage says
Wow Rhoda, that is just beautiful! Congrats on finding the perfect piece!
Hugs,
Dena