Jun 26, 2013

80's Swag

Hi Everyone!

Over the weekend I picked up this 80's brass lamp at the Habitat For Humanity ReStore for $12. 

 
 
Immediately I knew it was perfect to hang over the game table.  After a couple coats of paint it has a new look and is hanging in its new home.
 

 


 
 
I love the proportions of it over the table, and I'm a sucker for the swagged look, but I'm not 100% sold on its color.  I think I may end up repainting it black.  I was told it absolutely couldn't stay brass or I totally would've done something very similar to Kristin's.  
 
Always a work in progress, right.  On a lighter note, there is one project I'm just finishing up that I'm really excited about.  It was so fun and easy to do, plus its high impact.  I'm excited to share that with you on Friday. 
 
Until next time....
 
XoXo-Shavonda
 


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14 comments:

  1. Julia@Cuckoo4DesignJune 26, 2013 at 5:27 AM

    The light looks great in white and you know I loooove Kristin's brass lantern!
    Can't wait to see the project that you are so excited about!

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    1. Shavonda@AHomeFullOfColorJune 26, 2013 at 2:38 PM

      Thanks Julia! It would have been so much better in neon, though;)

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  2. Darnetha | ChippaSunshineJune 26, 2013 at 5:59 AM

    The light looks great in white!

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    1. Shavonda@AHomeFullOfColorJune 26, 2013 at 2:39 PM

      Thanks chica! It's actually mint. Apparently it's coming across as white though. :)

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  3. Jennifer @ Dimples and TanglesJune 26, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    I think the lighter color looks great against your dark wall. You could still add some color like Kristin did for an extra pop. I have almost this exact light hanging out in my garage, waiting for a spot!

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    1. Shavonda@AHomeFullOfColorJune 26, 2013 at 2:40 PM

      Thank you!! Maybe ill add a bit of color to the cord. That may do the trick. I hope you're able to find a spot for yours soon.

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  4. Kristin@bliss-athome.comJune 26, 2013 at 7:30 AM

    The contrast is great! I am headed there today to see if I can find something for the foyer. Fingers-crossed! xo Kristin

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  5. WandaJune 26, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    It looks so good!!! I would have never thought of it and the white on brass really works. :)

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  6. AnonymousJune 26, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    Nice! It looks really good.

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  7. Sarah {Lacquer and Linen}June 26, 2013 at 2:27 PM

    I think the color looks great! I think if you painted it black it would get lost against your walls. That tablecloth is fab too!

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    1. Shavonda@AHomeFullOfColorJune 26, 2013 at 2:37 PM

      Thanks so much Sarah! You guys are all making me feel much better about my color choice. The "tablecloth" is a fabric sample I got from Ikea. I'm on the hunt for a more permanent solution right now:)

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  8. Dwellings by DeVoreJune 27, 2013 at 6:34 AM

    Love it, looks great! I love the Habitat store :)

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