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Thursday, March 17, 2011

Lovin' Spray Paint

Give me a can of spray paint and who knows what I will attack...this time it was my brass chandelier in the dining room. I have been wanting a new chandelier in this room for a long time now, so before spending some moola on a brand new one, I thought I would try painting my old one and guess what? I did it and boy I'm so glad I did, because I just LOVE how the makeover turned out. With the money that I saved on this project, now I can get another DIY project going...maybe some new trees for the backyard. I'm trying to decide if I want to put in some palm trees or crepe myrtles...decisions! With Haley's wedding coming up in July...Mr.CC and I have a ton of things to get done around here...a wedding means a lot of out of town family will be coming in and we want everything to be looking GOOD...you know how it is...don't you? Do you try to fluff your nest when company is coming?
                                                                Thanks for coming and I hope
                                                                        to see ya here again,
                                                                                    Linda

                                  I used Rust-Oleum...Hammered Finish/Brown...love this color!
                                                              One can did the job...now
                                                                     that's what I call  
                                                                     NIFTY THRIFTY!
              
                             
                                                       I think you should be able to see
                                                           the hammered finish here in
                                                                         this pic!
                                                 Still lovin' how my shades look with the
                                                                      new color.
                                                            Yes...they match my chair seats!
Here we are all lit up!
                              Sorry that I don't have a before pic...it's lost somewhere on
                                               my desktop...this happens to me a lot.
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48 comments:

  1. Ricki TreleavenMarch 17, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Okay. You have convinced me. I have a brass one, but I want to paint mine either white or black. What do you think? Or should I go with something more like yours?????

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  2. LindaMarch 17, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    This looks absolutely WONDERFUL! You GO, Girl!

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  3. Yvonne@StyleBurbMarch 17, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    Wow...that looks amazing! I can't believe it was once brass. Love your shades and medallion also.

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  4. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    The new color really compliments the cute shades. I think it looks just as good, if not better than one you would buy brand new. The hammered finish is really popular. You've inspired me to do our dated brass chandelier! Looks great!

    The hubby likes to razz me about fluffing before company comes. It's only right to fluff :) Make our family and friends feel at home.

    Xo,
    Michelle

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  5. JenniferMarch 17, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    Very pretty! I love that fabric pattern! I have it in my laundry room. Thanks for sharing at My Repurposed LIfe.
    Jen
    Scissors & Spatulas

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  6. AnonymousMarch 17, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    I love the shades. And the makeover is great.

    Cheers,
    Lisa x

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  7. All That GlittersMarch 17, 2011 at 11:13 PM

    It's just beautiful Linda!!!

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  8. GailMarch 18, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    Hi Linda, I love that color too and your chandy re-do looks GREAT! Love the littles shades.

    Have a wonderful weekend,
    Gail

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  9. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comMarch 18, 2011 at 5:45 AM

    Now that is a transformation!Love the color and the shades!

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  10. Lisa@Pickles and CheeseMarch 18, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    That looks so great! I have a brass chandelier but three of the lights on it are broken so I think we have to replace it. But you have me thinking about a light fixture in one of the bathrooms. Thanks for the idea!

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  11. Honey at 2805March 18, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    Great transformation on the light fixture, Linda. You did a great job!

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  12. Tammy@Beatrice BanksMarch 18, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Looks great! Love it!

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  13. Sandi @the WhistleStop CafeMarch 18, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Ding Dong Dang~
    That looks awesome!
    another friday's favorite for sure :-)

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  14. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsMarch 18, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    This is just fabulous! I'm sure you've given many people inspiration to redo those brass light fixtures. Love the shades especially.

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  15. Teresa@magazineyourhomeMarch 18, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Love the look you achieved with the spray paint.

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  16. SylviaMarch 18, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    I really like the black and white look. The chandi looks brand new!!

    Awesome job,
    Sylvia

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  17. KarenaMarch 18, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Linda this looks great I love, love the hammered brass finish, perfect.

    I am currently spraying a round wooden table a semi-gloss white to freshen up my office/den, need another can of spray! Tough right now with my right foot in a cast!!!

    Come and enter to win my Springtime Gift for Bath & Body.

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  18. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMarch 18, 2011 at 1:12 PM

    That looks wonderful Linda!!

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  19. Beach House LivingMarch 18, 2011 at 4:13 PM

    Looks great!

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  20. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Wow, that looks fab! My readers would love to see this. I'd love it if you'd link up to our NEW party. We are celebrating achieving over 100 followers this week. A great start. www.curlywillowdiy.blogspot.com

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  21. ErinMarch 18, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    A girl after my own heart!!! I painted the two front porch chairs in the hammered finish, and love it. I love how your chandi turned out and good for you for saving all that moola!! Looks Fabulous Linda!

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  22. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastalMarch 18, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    I love the new look. Isn't it amazing how it can turn something into looking like a whole new piece? Your shades are really cute.

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  23. An Oasis in the DesertMarch 18, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Love that chandy! I'm crazy about the toile lampshades. Great look!
    CAS

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  24. Joanna JenkinsMarch 18, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    Awesome job! I had no idea a can of spray paint could make anything look that great.

    I hear you about work around the house before company. It's usually A LOT but things always feel so nice when it's done.

    Have a great weekend, jj

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  25. TammyMarch 18, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    Love the look with the awesome paint job. Beautiful job!
    Smiles Tammy

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  26. At The Picket FenceMarch 18, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    I love it Linda! I just spray painted a mirror this week and agree that those easy and free changes can be the most satisfying! As soon as I get pics taken of the mirror I will link it up to your nifty thrifty party. :-) Thanks so much for joining our Inspiration Friday party this week!
    Vanessa
    P.S. I want those shades!

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  27. TiffaneeMarch 18, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    So beautiful. It is fabulous.

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  28. SommerMarch 19, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Oh Linda this is simply PERFECT! I love the color, the shades etc... I love the shape of the shades even! Such talent. I'd love to have you link this to my VIP party today @ http://designergarden.blogspot.com/2011/03/vip-party-7.html

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  29. Handy Man, Crafty WomanMarch 19, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    thanks so much for linking up to our Wicked Awesome Wednesday!

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  30. DiannMarch 19, 2011 at 10:46 AM

    Oh Linda, I LOVE this chandy! I turned out wonderful! Where did you get the shades? I love them.

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  31. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 19, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Gorgeous makeover Linda~ your chandelier is lovely in it's new finish and with those darling shades! Thanks so much for sharing this at my party! :)

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  32. AnonymousMarch 19, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    When you mentioned brown, I was wondering how that would work with the shades, yet the color is pretty and so dark I think it works too. Painting is certainly quicker and easier on the budget, especially when you still get a ver pretty light in the end!

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  33. The Charm of HomeMarch 19, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    Linda,
    Your light looks wonderful! I love the ORB spray paint this is very much like it. I love how it turned out. Very pretty. Yes, I do fluff for company. Thanks for linking up!
    Sherry

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  34. Teresa@1800 Farmhouse RdMarch 20, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    Oh I love the new light! I know you are glad you didn't go and buy one when you can make your old one look this good. May I ask where you got your shades? They just set it off. Great job!

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  35. VickiMarch 20, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    This is a great makeover! I love how it turned out. Can I tell you that I am always forgetting the before pic too? I'm too anxious to get started.

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  36. gail@My Repurposed LifeMarch 20, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    way to go! It looks gorgeous! Yep, I spruce up a little, but never so far in advance. I can't think that far ahead!
    You still have time and money for more projects! yay!
    gail

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  37. KateMarch 20, 2011 at 1:26 PM

    Your chandy looks great... love those shades too! Thanks for linking Flaunt it Friday. :)

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  38. Natasha in OzMarch 20, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    You have done a brilliant job with this project Linda. You are very creative and very thrifty indeed!

    Hope you had a lovely weekend and best wishes for a beautiful week.
    Natasha.
    xo

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  39. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 20, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Great transformation, Linda! I've used Hammered Finish Brown on a couple of things and I love how they turned out. The chandelier shades are wonderful.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  40. RoeshelMarch 20, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Love the color! Spray paint is so addicting. Instant transformation with little effort but great results! Your chandelier is beautiful! :)

    Roeshel

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  41. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMarch 20, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Beautiful...and love your shades!

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  42. {oc cottage}March 20, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    No less than awesome!!

    m ^..^

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  43. UnknownMarch 20, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    love it.. i did this with an outside chandelier
    and i loved it as well. i just used the regular
    oil rubbed bronze not the hammered.looks great with the shades

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  44. ScribblerMarch 21, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    In my last house, I painted one like that -- twice! I definitely recommend it to save money. A nice man rewired it for $10, just to make sure it was safe.

    http://scribblerunfocused.com

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  45. Alison AgnewMarch 22, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    is there any better fluffing tool than spray paint? doubt it...adore the way your chandy turned out and the shades a lovely...thanks for sharing on fridays unfolded!

    blessings,

    alison
    stuff and nonsense

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  46. GabbyMarch 23, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Beautiful! I chose you for a Stylish Blogger Award. :) Click here to find out more.

    Gabby

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  47. Handy Man, Crafty WomanMarch 23, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Hi, I featured this project on our Wicked Awesome Wednesday link party today. Come on over and grab an "I've Been Featured" button if you'd like!

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  48. LindaMarch 27, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    I love to paint.....just about anything. You did a great job with the lighting...looks fantastic!

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