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Thursday, July 8, 2010

I Finished the Chandelier

I received a delightful email from a blogger the other day that made me chuckle and truly just made my day.

She said that she'd seen my name and picture/logo around the blogs on comments but didn't think we'd have anything in common. Finally, she got up the nerve to come over and see what I did and was like. WOW! She then told me she loves how I write and loves my blog and photos of my home. I chuckled all the way through it because I've always said people don't know how to take me. While she was having issues with my calling others honey, sweets, chick, sweetpea, she finally decided to take a look after those sobriquets threw her off thinking I was something of a new wave beatnik. Nuuuuuu, not at all. What a sweetheart to confess she judged me wrong. I have definitely done this. I'm very opinionated, you know! I have also done the exact same thing. (As a matter of fact, one of the best friends I ever had was at first my nemesis.) She said she'll be back and that she loves my stuff and felt ashamed for judging. How generous and sweet of her to admit it even though we'll probably never meet. I think I'd found a new friend and I want to thank her profusely for giving me a glance and chance! :-)
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Time gets away from me sometimes when I'm reading a good mystery. Ever happen to any of you? Well, it definitely does for me.

But anyway, while taking a break from a book recently I finally got to finish the froufrou-ing up of the white painted wrought iron chandelier.

You can still see the hot glue strands I neglected to pick off.

I used 3 different kinds of ribbon, then glued paper roses to each candle holder arm.



I have a plethora of tiny pink roses so I glued one to each candlestick. Okay, let's be realistic here—I probably won't ever light these candles. ;-)

I then put a candle wreath in the center with a rose. I may put another one or two on there also and I wrapped the top with white garland. A pink ribbon is attached to hang it from the ceiling.

It was really windy when I photographed this just as the sun was over the peak and before it set for the evening.


And this is the final result.


I really do like to get photos of it in different locations with different lighting so here are a few more. I beg forgiveness. ;-)


Okay, I added a tiny rose to each of the strands of hanging pearls and also a larger one to the wreath in the middle.


And as the saying goes: The rest is history. I looked all over this place for a spot to put it. I first thought I would hang it in the guest bathroom but that just wasn't going to work out. No matter how high I put it, it was still too low and the beads would have grazed and graced the heads of visitors. :-)


And, yes, I did bring the fancy prom dress in from the office to our bedroom. I thought it would look nice in here for a change.


And while it looks a bit crooked, it probably is. But I haven't adjusted the candles in it while up on the bed. I got off the bed backwards, and since it is so high, promptly almost fell on my bum while attempting this and it was NOT a pretty sight seeing an old lady totter backwards so to keep my balance! Trust me. I have no clue how I managed to maintain my dignity. So I'm not adjusting for a while, but it is also handmade so there's a good possibility it isn't perfect. It only adds to its charm for me that way.

And, yes again, those are my purple socks on the floor next to my side of the bed. And, yes, Love Bunny asked if it would stay here (the chandy, not my socks). I said, "Yes!". . . for a while anyway. ;-)
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31 comments:

  1. Connie, how could anyone not love you and your posts! I think it is so nice (and so un-English) to be called sweetpea!
    The chandelier looks perfect in your room, just the right place for it.

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  2. oh Connie dear, you made such beautiful chandelier! all so frilly and girly and most importantly pink roses here and there! I really love the chandy! and your bedroom look so cozy!

    wishing you great day ahead!
    xo
    fitty

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  3. Connie ~
    That is such a cute story about how sometimes we judge people by certain things and really do not even know them at all ~
    I love your chandelier and you have a sweet hubby to let you have it hanging low over your bed :)

    xoxo
    Lori

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  4. You, Gal, are a Bloggin' FeeNom! A One of a Kind, and one of the most generous and talented Gals around. Isn't it funny how People Perceive? I'm sure all my "Yep, Ya'll and Gals are thought of as a Texas Hick and an eye rollin 'O Brother! BTW....your Pink Bedroom is 'Over the Top'.

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  5. The chandelier is beautiful, and so is your bedroom!! Stunningly beautiful...which seems to be the term I use most often when I visit the lovely blogs around here.

    And you know what, gal, you are NOT an old lady, so you better stop calling yourself one. Based on when you were married, I figure you are the age of my mother...and she definitely doesn't think she's an old lady; therefore, you can't be one either.

    Thanks for always sharing your beautiful creations.

    Hugs,
    Patti (Fill My Cup with Beauty)

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  6. Connie what a great job on the chandelier. You know it would look fabulous if you did light the candles. I love flickering candles in the bedroom
    Goodness how lucky you didn't hurt yourself when you fell
    Alison

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  7. Hi Connie,
    The chandelier is beautiful and adding your accents made it charming for sure. Your bedroom is so pretty with cottage charm.

    Sweet story about the new blogger friend. So glad she decided to visit you and see what a doll you are.
    Thanks for sharing.

    Have a wonderful day.

    Hugs, Celestina Marie

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  8. Hi Connie~ Thanks for stopping by my blog. :) Cute story and you made a new blogging friend! Love your chandelier....turned out perfect! :) Have a great day.....

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  9. How true on the first part of your post Connie...but girl did I ever tell you I became a follower of your when I seen you on a PINK Saturday and it was the way you called us all chicks...hey its been years since I was called a CHICK ha ha!!
    Girl I love what you did with the chandy and love it above your bed...and the purple socks are just so you ha ha!! I love keeping it real...I Hope your having a GREAT week my friend...hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

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  10. Good Morning Connie Sweetie...
    I know what you mean. Some folks don't quite know how to take me when I call them sweetie, but it has grown on them. They keep coming anyway. I love it when you call me SweetPea. That is a TRUE friend let me tell you.

    I love the chandelier sweetie. As always you did an amazing job. It looks beautiful in the bedroom. Romantic is the word I am searching for. So romantic.

    Thank you for sharing as always, I love it. Have a gorgeous day sweetie. Country hugs, Sherry

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  11. it looks right at home in your bedroom..looks so shabby chic..glad you didn't fall on your arse..that would have been painful..;)

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  12. Just beautiful Connie!! Thanks for your sweet comment on my post today. If you want to read Daddy's obit it's in the Statesman today (Earl Culp). Stay cool, it's going to be hot for the next few days!!

    Love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  13. Connie, that's a terrific post.....makes us think about how people perceive us. I think it is really sweet of her to admit how she felt. Of course you are one of a kind, a real sweet pea and one crazy chick, he he, in the best way possible!!! I love the new chandelier and the photo with the purple socks..... he he! You are so funny..I never even noticed them until I read that sentence!!!!
    Hugs,
    Margaret B

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  14. HELLO DEAR CONNIE,
    THANK YOU FOR DROPPING BY TODAY. YOU ARE TOOOO FUNNY. I ALWAYS LOVE IT HERE. YOU ARE SO VERY TALENTED AND SWEETNESS JUST OOZES OUT OF YOU AND I HAVE ADORED YOU EVER SINCE YOU TAUGHT THE YOUNGER WOMEN IN CHURCH HOW TO SEW APRONS...I THOUGHT THAT WAS MARVELOUS.
    PEOPLE DO NOT KNOW HOW TO TAKE ME EITHER...THEY EITHER LOVE ME OR HATE ME AND I AM WHO I AM. BUT
    THE FIRST THING THEY TAUGHT US IN NURSING SCHOOL WAS TO NOT CALL OUR PATIENTS SUGAR, SWEETIE, HONEY AND WORDS LIKE THAT...IT IS CONSIDERED DEMEANING...."BUT" YOUR FRIENDS ARE NOT YOUR PATIENTS AND THAT IS JUST YOU. I LOVE YOU JUST THE WAY YOU ARE....DON'T CHANGE...AND IT WAS WONDERFUL TO HEAR THERE ARE TRUTHFUL PEOPLE OUT THERE. I WOULD MUCH RATHER HAVE A BLOGGING FRIEND LIKE THAT, THAN A PHONEY.
    HAVE A GOOD DAY SWEETPEA...LOL
    HUGS
    SIMPLY DEBBIE

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  15. Connie,
    I love a woman who speaks her mind and I am also one of those women!
    Love the chandy!! Came out great!!
    I just may have to try to make one myself but now all I need to do is find the time!!! LOL!!

    Debbie

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  16. Love L O V E LOVE how the chandy looks in your boudior!Very romantic! Adore the NEST letters, too ~ glad you are keeping these for yourself! You deserve them.

    Your pics all are just awesome. Love the outdoor ROSES ones in a later post, too! See, I'm trying to play catch up today on all past posts. I should be washing clothes....nah, I'd rather see what Sis has been up to!

    Love you,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  17. Oh, the bedroom is lovely and your photos are great! Good job! Susan

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  18. how dare you forget those hot glue strands?
    looks like my projects!!!

    cute room chickee

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  19. Now how pretty is that? Super pretty I say! Wonder Woman pretty I say!

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  20. Great job on the chandy! It is sooo pretty! You have inspired me!
    love
    rosie

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  21. Now that is a girly room. I love what you did with the chandelier. I enjoy creative people they bring the best out in each other.

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  22. Oh Connie,I just love your chandelier and it looks gorgeous over your bed. You are truly a gifted crafter.I have one I bought and have no idea on how I will alter it. I do know that some of the glass drops I have will go on it. they are about 75 years old with the little squares that go with them. I also have lots of pink and white Mardi Gras beads that I could swag on it, but mine will be electric. Al is going to redo the wiring for me, then put a long chain to hang in my sitting room, which I praying will be done soon. Just beautiful Sweet chick. Love and hugs, Pat

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  23. Hi Connie,

    You are one sweet chick too!! lol
    Love to come for a visit, and just love your sweet personality. The chandy came out so nice, it looks terrific above the bed. I LOVE that prom dress. I have to get one for our bedroom. I have vintage little baby dresses in there now. Thank goodness hubby doesn't mind all the pink! Stay cool!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  24. Isn't it so funny how we judge people so easily by a look a word they say!! how sweet of her to confess that even though- I think we all need to do some confessing at times!

    Your Chandy is just so you Chick a dee!! (oh oh maybe someone will see this and judge me now!

    looking forward to seeing your big umbrella- maybe I can bring mine over for you to work on too!

    bee blessed
    mary

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  25. Connie, your new friend is brave...It is hard to write frankly to someone you don't know, but you are so fun and entertaining, she had to love you! I hope she is reading all your older posts, too, for lots of entertainment!!!

    I am glad you did not fall off the bed backwards, or frontwards....your chandelier is so cute and girly and romantic....remind your hubby it is for r-o-m-a-n-c-e!
    Hugs,
    Jil
    xo

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  26. Oh, everything looks wonderful!
    Thank you for sharing!
    Leticia
    www.msbinglesvintagechristmas.com

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  27. I'm glad the new friend came over to meet you and find what a precious "Sweet Pea" you are! I love your frilly chandelier and laughed when you spoke of almost falling when coming off the bed. That sounds so like "ME"! LOL

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  28. Looking good, chickadee! Love this, Connie. Are you doing PS tomorrow? I came by early thinking you usually post early. Hope all is well in Connieville.

    Happy PS... I'll be back if your name is up tomorrow!

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  29. Hello sweets! Forgive me for being so unattentive to my sweet friends, the kiddos are keeping me soooooo busy. Any hoo, your chandelier is just darling, of course you know I love it.
    hugs,
    Olivia

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  30. WOW, such a pretty handmade Chandelier, looks so pretty in your Bedroom, now I want to redo the one I have hanging on my porch.thanks for sharing with us.
    Have a Happy Pink Saturday.

    marian elizabeth

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