Monday, August 17, 2009

Day 779: big difference


Our dining room with the original brass Colonial-style chandelier -- which really didn't offend me as much as my mom thought it would. If it had been shiny, it would have been a different story. It was fine, but it didn't add much to the room, you know?


But this is what I'm talkin' about! It's just the perfect size, so I'm glad we didn't splurge on the gas one which would have looked over-size and probably a little silly. I like over-size, but I don't think it would work in our little house.


I also hung some white platters on either side of the mirror. They were each under $5. I've found hanging plates to be a very effective tool for not much money. What "big bang for the buck" tricks do you rely on in your house?

*Sorry these are so crooked! I snapped them quickly this morning while still wearing my glasses ...
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21 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 17, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    That looks stellar. Loving it!

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  2. ConfessionsAugust 17, 2009 at 2:16 PM

    love, Love, LOVE it!! :)

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  3. LindsBAugust 17, 2009 at 2:17 PM

    it looks awesome!! Such a big difference and it looks like it was always there- love it!!

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  4. AmyAugust 17, 2009 at 2:32 PM

    looks great!!

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  5. High-Heeled Foot in the doorAugust 17, 2009 at 3:03 PM

    Love it! It looks amazing! Plus I love getting little sneak peeks into your home.

    Beautiful!

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  6. Jenny at LGNAugust 17, 2009 at 5:37 PM

    Jennifer! I am SO jealous! The lantern looks amazing! Great find!!

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  7. AnonymousAugust 17, 2009 at 5:58 PM

    It looks great!
    Plus I love those upholstered chairs in your dining room, they look great with the blue piece!
    ~Dina from Atl

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  8. megan @ a life's designAugust 17, 2009 at 8:15 PM

    Perfection!!!

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  9. Brooke @ Blueprint BlissAugust 17, 2009 at 8:31 PM

    Jennifer-
    It looks so great. I am a big fan of lanterns... and love yours!

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  10. bluehydrangeaAugust 18, 2009 at 7:16 AM

    the lantern adds so much personality! I love it!

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  11. SarahAugust 18, 2009 at 8:32 AM

    Eeek! I'm so jealous!!! I've been wanting a hanging lantern somewhere in my house...good for you, girl! It looks gorgeous!! That and the new plates totally take the room up a notch. Did I mention I'm jealous?!

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  12. UnknownAugust 18, 2009 at 8:42 AM

    It's gorgeous! You've made such strides in your dining room. Could you tell me where you found that wonderful carriage lantern? I've been looking for one for the bebe boy's room.

    Thanks!

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  13. paulaAugust 18, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    jennifer it looks great! so beautiful.

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  14. so.chicAugust 18, 2009 at 9:48 AM

    I have an awful shiny brass chandelier above my dining room table and I am DYING to get rid of it!! There is always a project, right? I love your lantern...it looks fabulous! Where did you find it??

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  15. JenniferAugust 18, 2009 at 9:52 AM

    thanks, everyone!

    we found the lantern at a local antiques/salvage shop and had it rewired.

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  16. UnknownAugust 18, 2009 at 12:19 PM

    came across your blog and wanted to say hello! i'm also a newlywed ~ working on turning our first house into a home, on a budget of course! i love the lantern, completely changes the room! i'm also a big fan of handing plates and platters on the wall, tj maxx has some great ones.

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  17. YansyAugust 18, 2009 at 2:42 PM

    I just found your blog and I'm really enjoying it. I love the mini transformation. It looks amazing!

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  18. erikaAugust 18, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    love it!!!! looks really awesome! love the platters too! great job!!

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  19. SarahAugust 19, 2009 at 7:49 AM

    I think the lantern looks great. New light fixtures can really make a difference!

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  20. LauraAugust 20, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    This is so fabulous! It looks even more beautiful than I had imagined. The perfect fit. I know you're loving it!!!

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  21. Haven and HomeAugust 23, 2009 at 5:44 PM

    Looks fabulous!

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