Showing posts with label lighting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label lighting. Show all posts

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Tick-Tock, It’s all about Clocks!

It’s the first ever Dittle Dattle guest post! 

Jenn, a writer for Arcadian Lighting,  has kindly offered to share her knowledge about decorating with clocks!  I am so delighted to have her stop by. 

Hi everyone!

I'm Jenn and I'm a writer for Arcadian Lighting, an e-commerce website that specializes in the top lighting fixture trends from across the globe. I just purchased my first house and thank my lucky stars that I've been writing about home decor for so many years - there's so much to know! I also thank my lucky stars that I have inspiring websites like Dittle Dattle - Carrie's posts are always beautiful and lots of fun. Thanks for letting me guest post here today Carrie! One of the most overlooked decor elements is the trusty clock - today there are countless styles and sizes to choose from, and not only can they up the style factor of a room but they're also functional. Hung near a staircase, in a kitchen, or added to a home office, and then paired with a great light fixture, decorating with clocks is a straightforward way to add character to any space.

A Welcomed Detail

An entryway always looks great with a traditional wood clock that matches the furniture - this model is simple yet refined.

Outdoor Beauty

While many people wouldn't think to put a clock outside, this oversized antique clock looks particularly pretty propped over an exterior setup.

Pretty in Pink and Chandeliers

It could be said that this entire kitchen was designed around the playful pink cupcake wall clock seen here - all of the other accessories, from the to the linens, match in pretty pink.

Old and New Chandeliers

This shabby chic sitting area has clean, crisp furniture and an oversized dated clock, creating the perfect juxtaposition of old and new.

Traditional Elegance Lamps

A fireplace is always a classic fixture in a sophisticated living room, and adorned with traditional accoutrements such as a clock and artwork, it emanates timeless elegance.

A Contemporary Twist Table Lamps

This mod take on a clock incorporates geometric shapes and lines and instantly updates this transitional space, which also features a shapely table lamp and a rich mixture of colours.

Work Time

A home office is infused with style and practicality with this flower-shaped clock - it matches the built-in custom cabinetry to create a seamless look.

A Look Back

This massive antique clock helps tie the dated look of this themed space together, from the one-of-a-kind lighting fixture to the rustic table and textured walls. I hope this guest post paid good homage to the trusty old analog clock. If you liked this guest post, feel free to drop by Arcadian Lighting Blog for more inspiration for your home. We'd love to see you there!

Image Credits: 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8

 

Wow!  Thanks Jenn.  You provided so many wonderful and inspiring photographs.   I am crazy about the clock in this last photograph, as well as, the clock in the outdoor setting.  They remind me of the Pier 1 Grandiose Wall Clock Knock-off that I did a few months back.   With clock this large you will never have to worry about finding your glasses to tell the time.    ha ha

Oh and what about that flower-shaped clock?!?!  That could totally be a DIY project! 

Well, this was fun.  I should have guest over more often.  Anyone interested in being a guest on Dittle Dattle?

Carrie

 

Arcadian Lighting is the best source for lighting fixtures and accessories at discount prices. Arcadian Lighting has been in the lighting industry for over 15 years selling decorative home lighting fixtures and lamps online, and has become one of the top Internet retailers for home lighting products.

Thursday, July 7, 2011

DIY: Chandelier


 Some inspiration from creative designs



Photo Every Last Detail

made out of vintage cards...





Photo Ecofriend

...cd-cases




 
Photo Exeter 5

...glass jars





Photo Mauricio Affonso

...aluminium pop can tabs





Photo Lula Dot

...old books


Thursday, June 30, 2011

Foyer~ Part 2

The new addition to the foyer 

a pair of 

DIY Demi Tables!!

Overhead view of foyer

I am so over joyed at the results!   The table/disk  didn’t cost more than $20, however,  the fabric was a bit of a splurge.  Up till now I have managed to keep my foyer decorating cost very low.

I  realize that the flooring that I currently have needs to be replaced.  For now I’ll just have to live with it, but hoping to have it replaced this fall. 

Foyer Part 2

Okay I’m rambling on about all the things I still want to, need to, wish to do in the foyer and what I really need to be talking about is how I made these tables……

DIY Demi Table

I purchased a round disk, measuring 24” across, at Lowes  (Home Depot no longer sells them)  found in the moulding isle.   Then I had my Dad cut in half for me. 

Demi table Bracket

I made a bracket to mount the half round disk to the wall.  My original plan was to mount the disk to the wall using simple metal L brackets but my genius father suggested this type of bracket so if the table on the left side of the front door (at the foot of the stairs) could be removed (when hauling large objects up and down the stairs) with easy.  The wedge in the bracket makes a snug fit and holds it tight but it still can be lifted off.

Foyer Demi table skirt

Foyer Demi Table trim

I found the fabric and trim at Hancock Fabrics.  Actually I found several that I really liked, but this one was still in my budget.  I wanted a fabric that was classic yet with a contemporary flare.  I think this fabric does just that with it’s swirled pattern.

I sewed a simple half skirt and stapled it to the back of the table.  The best thing about the easy accessible brackets is that it will allow me to change out the skirt quickly.  I would love to have several of them for the different seasons and holidays! 

Left side of foyer

Traditional Foyer

Foyer lamp

I found the lamps at a bargain discount store (Fred’s) on sale for $7.50 each!  The lamps measure 22”, a bit shorter than what I was hoping to get.  Not to worry, I thinking of a way to solve that problem. 

Potpourri Box

Here is a lovely potpourri box that my parents made me!

Foyer skirted demi table

Okay, I don’t want to hear it…. I know the candy dish is empty!  I’m a bad hostess.  Actually, that candy dish is just holding the spot until the silver palmetto (SC state tree) dish that I’ve had my eye on goes on sale!!!

Foyer demi table

Phewwwww!! 

That’s a lot of photos for one post!

My foyer is taken on quite a traditional style.  I’ve never felt like I would classify my style as one way over another, but rather, I enjoy all styles to some degree.   I’m a bit nervous that this foyer is leaning heavily on traditional.  I am currently in search for a new mirror for the opposite wall.  Will I shake it up and find something totally unexpected? 

Linking up to these fun parties – go and check out all the projects!

Carrie

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