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March 1, 2011

A CSN Chandelier Review

What does an have in common…we’ll tell ya! 



It’s time once again for…

 Confessions from my life B.B. (Before Blogging)!
Ok, so this is a hard one for me to admit so please, don’t judge.
Before Blogging, I had never heard of .




I just heard the collective gasp!

I have been an online shopper for many years and have purchased things from many different stores but until I started blogging I probably would have thought  was the latest Headline News Network.
In my life A. B. (After Blogging), I have discovered the joy that is this one-stop shopping experience and am very happy to announce that I am a   no more!

I made my first purchase there recently and I’m thrilled to reveal it to you today!

We have been slowly updating all of the light fixtures in our house and up until now the choices have been fairly simple and painless.
But, when it comes to a little girl’s room, all bets are off!
I wanted something young but not baby-ish.
Small but not too small.
Feminine but not too blingy.
And let me tell you…I looked everywhere!
Antique stores, online stores, consingment stores, thrift stores, big box stores.
And yet, the perfect chandelier eluded me.
Until I discovered 
They make it so easy to narrow down the choices based on price, style, finish, etc.
And I am happy to say that I found the absolutely PERFECT light for my sweet Lauren’s room. It should be named “The Lauren”, that is how perfect it is!

Here is how my daughter’s room looked before with the basic builder grade brass fixture.


And here is the new sweet little light for my sweet little girl.


Wait! What’s that you say? This photo is at night and you can’t see the details of this lovely chandelier? Well, let me help you out a bit.
This is the Kids Korner Chandelier in Antique White from TransGlobe Lighting.
That is the official name.
But to me it will always be known as “The Lauren”!



Now, originally it came with shades that had a green ribbon attached.
It wasn’t exactly the right tone for my daughter’s room.


So, I just popped them off (which subsequently meant the flowers came off too) and then hot glued the rosettes right back on.

You want to see some more details?
Ok, here you go!
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the little crystal accents.
Just the right amount of bling!

And the patina has the slightly aged look I was going for.
Here is one last look at it in all of it’s glowing glory!

Do you think when they read this they might actually change the name?
Linking this to:
Feathered Nest Friday
Winter Blues Wednesday
Wow Us Wednesday
Recently Heather and I were talking about how much we would love to have laptops so we could blog whenever and wherever. For some reason our hubbies think that we like to hog the computer…go figure! She was also sharing how she would like to give their home office a bit more “umph” by adding some extra workspace. That way her family can sit in there with her and watch in awe as she weaves her blogging magic.
 Oh, and maybe they could do some homework too!

While shopping around at  for my chandelier I came across a lot of fantastic options they offer for making an office both functional and stylish.
One of the things I love about our home office is that it allows us to have enough room for an. Hubby can be working on his laptop (which he won’t share with me because apparantely since it belongs to the company there are certain rules about letting your wife blog on it…sheesh!) and I can be hogging working on the desktop.
I think the  might just be the secret to our happy marriage…
Ok, not really, but it does give us some elbow room!
With all of the choices at we know you could find just what you are looking for. Whether its a chandelier for a little girl’s room or a new desk for your office the options are endless. And we want you to be just as excited about this online store as we are!
 So we are offering a $20 Gift Card for you to use on any item at any of the fantastic sites you will find at !
Here’s how to enter to win:
1. (Mandatory)Head on over to  and let us know by leaving a comment below, which
 you would choose if you were purchasing one (even if only in your dreams!).
2. (Optional) Leave us a comment below letting us know that you are a friend At the Picket Fence through Google Connect (1 entry), Facebook (1 entry), Twitter (1 entry). That gives you up to 3 extra chances to win!
3. (Optional)Tweet or give a shout-out on your Facebook Page about this awesome Giveaway and come back to let us know you did!


Deadline to enter this contest is by Thursday, March 3 at 12:00 PM EST
Giveaway Now Closed!
Come back tomorrow when we will announce the Winner!

Best of luck to you from the girls At the Picket Fence,

This post is linked up to:
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Feathered Nest Friday @ French Country Cottage



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  1. Katie says

    February 28, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    I love your giveaways! Thanks for the chance! I’m a happy follower of At the Picket Fence via Google Friend Connect!

    Reply
  2. NanaDiana says

    February 28, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    I LOVE that chandelier. It is perfect for your daughter’s room…and I am glad you took the (excuse the expression) gaudy green off. LOVE IT- I am trying to GET RID OF rather than amass more stuff…so I will bypass entering the giveaway…but I will be here to cheer the winner on. Hugs-Diana

    Reply
  3. Judy says

    February 28, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    I am loving your chandelier. It’s really gorgeous and girly…stunning. What a difference great lighting makes. I went over to check out the desks and I would pick the Richmond writing desk. Thanks for the giveaway.

    Reply
  4. Katie says

    February 28, 2011 at 10:48 PM

    My fave desk is the Kathy Ireland Tribeca Loft White Desk! It’s so feminine and functional! I love the hutch that comes with it too!

    Reply
  5. ⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜ says

    March 1, 2011 at 12:12 AM

    Awesome Vanessa…count me in! I love your chande.

    Reply
  6. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    March 1, 2011 at 12:24 AM

    I just love everything about this room! … I’d pick the wynwood desk.

    Reply
  7. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    March 1, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    I’m a google friends connect follower!

    Reply
  8. Chandra Chinnis says

    March 1, 2011 at 1:21 AM

    I would pick the Wynwood – Rue de Lyon “L” Desk in Cognac Cherry. I like the bookcase attached.

    Reply
  9. Chandra Chinnis says

    March 1, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    I am a follower from Google connect.

    Reply
  10. AubreyLaine says

    March 1, 2011 at 2:30 AM

    Thanks! I love this:
    https://www.csnofficefurniture.com/Martin-Furniture-Set-lI-MFU1061.html
    aubreyfick@yahoo.com

    Reply
  11. michelle says

    March 1, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    I love the chandi Vanessa, it looks so pretty in her room!! The details are perfect and I love the flowers you put on it! You know what, I had never heard of CSN BB either!! 🙂
    Great giveaway and I would love Kathy Ireland Home by Martin Furniture – Tribeca Loft White, that would be lovely!!

    Have a great week!

    Reply
  12. Domestic Diva says

    March 1, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    I’d get this desk:
    https://www.csnofficefurniture.com/Martin-Furniture-Set-lII-MFU1059.html

    lovelydomesticdiva (at) gmail (dot) com

    Reply
  13. Domestic Diva says

    March 1, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    I follow on gfc
    1

    lovelydomesticdiva (at) gmail (dot) com

    Reply
  14. Domestic Diva says

    March 1, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    I follow on gfc
    2

    lovelydomesticdiva (at) gmail (dot) com

    Reply
  15. Domestic Diva says

    March 1, 2011 at 3:15 AM

    I follow on gfc
    3

    lovelydomesticdiva (at) gmail (dot) com

    Reply
  16. Beverly says

    March 1, 2011 at 3:42 AM

    Thank you so much for the visit and advice.. I love your blog and certainly will follow.. The “Lauren” is so pretty and her room is gorgeous! I just learned about CSN also.. I would have thought it was a drug store.. ooops. If I could buy a desk and had somewhere to put it ..it would be the Wynwood – Lancaster L-Shaped Desk in Warm Cherry. Thanks for the contest..

    Reply
  17. A Vintage Vine says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    Great giveaway! I am a very happy follower, I saw a Kathy Ireland one in black that has my fancy and I could find a place to put it very fast!

    Reply
  18. Marie C. says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:49 AM

    Thanks for hosting a giveaway! If I were to get a desk it would be the Techni Mobili or something like that to replace the horribly ugly monster we have right now. Maybe it would even inspire Honey to keep the desk clean! 🙂

    Reply
  19. Marie C. says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:49 AM

    I follow your blog through Google Friend Connect. Thanks for hosting this giveaway!

    Reply
  20. ~Tonja~ says

    March 1, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    I would love Kathy Ireland Home by Martin Furniture – Tribeca Loft White…

    Reply
  21. ~Tonja~ says

    March 1, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    I follow you blog through GFC…

    Reply
  22. ~Tonja~ says

    March 1, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    I follow you on facebook {Tonja Woods}

    Reply
  23. ~Tonja~ says

    March 1, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    I follow on twitter…
    {SWEETMARIE}

    Reply
  24. ~Tonja~ says

    March 1, 2011 at 11:17 AM

    Shared your giveaway on facebook…

    Reply
  25. Robin says

    March 1, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Just had to say that room is precious…
    xo
    Robin
    All Things Heart and Home

    Reply
  26. Debbie says

    March 1, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    Don’t feel bad. I only learned of it recently too. In fact, when I kept reading it, I googled it and got the link to some college in Nebraska.

    I love your Lauren lamp!

    And as for desks, I would love the Wynwood-Lancaster. The husband would say it wasn’t practical at all and would want something like the Commcladd.

    And that’s why I would NOT ask him.

    Reply
  27. LowCountryLiving says

    March 1, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    The room is gorgeous and I love the chandelier! I follow via Google friend connect and I would pick this desk: https://www.csnofficefurniture.com/Wynwood-Furniture-1221-41-WYF2457.html

    Reply
  28. dogsmom says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    I would choose a Walker Edison glass shaped desk.

    wis momworks (at) gmail (dot) com

    Reply
  29. dogsmom says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    I am a follower

    Reply
  30. dogsmom says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    I am now looking forwrd to hearing from you in my FB feed. Yay!

    Reply
  31. dogsmom says

    March 1, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    sharing this post on FB

    Reply
  32. 1 Buddha's Mom says

    March 1, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    The DMi Rue De Lyon desk is gorgeous! Definitely not in my price range though!

    Reply
  33. Emily says

    March 1, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Love your new light in that darling room! Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such a sweet comment. I will be back for your linky party forsure. You have so many fun & cute ideas on your blog…I’m lovin’ it!
    -emily
    http://www.nestnestingnested.blogspot.com
    p.s. i am your newest follower!

    Reply
  34. mary c says

    March 1, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Hi I never heard of this either. My favorite desk is the Bush. I will definitly check this out.

    Reply
  35. Pamela says

    March 2, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    That chandy is just perfect Vanessa and to make ya feel better I had never heard of them either till entering blog world!

    Reply
  36. ~Lavender Dreamer~ says

    March 2, 2011 at 1:38 AM

    This is a very sleek pretty desk….
    Kathy Ireland Home by Martin Furniture – IMTL384, IMTL384R – Tribeca Loft Black – 64″ W L-Shaped Writing Desk! Thanks! ♥

    Reply
  37. ~Lavender Dreamer~ says

    March 2, 2011 at 1:39 AM

    I am a new follower! I hope you’ll visit me soon, too! ♥

    Reply
  38. Becca says

    March 2, 2011 at 1:53 AM

    I LOVE your daughter’s new chandie! It looks absolutely adorable in her beautiful room. And, what a clever idea of taking the green off and just placing the rosettes back! I’ll say it again … she’s a lucky little lady to have such a wonderful and creative Mommy! Hugs, Becca

    Reply
  39. Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality says

    March 2, 2011 at 2:57 AM

    Hi, Vanessa, thanks for stopping by. What a beautiful blog you & your sis have here. It’s just lovely!

    CSN is always a great shopping resource!

    Reply
  40. Honey at 2805 says

    March 2, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Hi girls! I think the new blog is going just great. Thanks for the opportunity to win you CSN giveaway. I like the Richmond writing desk.

    Reply
  41. Honey at 2805 says

    March 2, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    I am a follower through Google Friends Connect.

    Reply
  42. Erin @ EKat's Kitchen says

    March 2, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I really really really need a desk for my home office… and though I probably need a space saver version, I really love this one… and it would house ALL of my components 🙂 and I dig the matching furniture in the background!

    https://www.csnofficefurniture.com/Bush%AE-WC81410-03-WC81411-03-BU1946.html

    Reply
  43. Erin @ EKat's Kitchen says

    March 2, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I follow through GFC

    Reply
  44. Erin @ EKat's Kitchen says

    March 2, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I follow on Facebook 🙂

    Reply
  45. Erin @ EKat's Kitchen says

    March 2, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    And, I follow you on Twitter 🙂

    And now, I’d love if you lovely ladies, who have been such great bloggy buddies since I started out last July, entered the CSN giveaway that I’m hosting 🙂

    Reply
  46. Carrie @ Dittle Dattle says

    March 2, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win! My desk choice would be the L shaped cherry desk with the queen ann legs. Just gorgeous!!

    Reply
  47. Carrie @ Dittle Dattle says

    March 2, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    I’m a friend, a follower!

    Reply
  48. Carrie @ Dittle Dattle says

    March 2, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    In now a FAN!!! on FB

    Reply
  49. katychick says

    March 2, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    i like the bdi usa sequel office suite- nice 2176.00
    tcogbill at live dot com

    Reply
  50. katychick says

    March 2, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    i follow you gfc
    tcogbill at live dot com

    Reply
  51. margaretf says

    March 3, 2011 at 3:02 AM

    The Walker Edison Elegant Desk with Hutch in White would be what I would put in my daughter’s room.

    Reply
  52. margaretf says

    March 3, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    I follow with GFC as Margaret F.

    Reply
  53. mintaburst says

    March 3, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Oh if I had a million dollars…and a bigger home. I’d get the Wynwood Rue de Lyon “L” Desk in Cognac Cherry.

    beyondthestarvingartist at gmail dot com

    Reply
  54. mintaburst says

    March 3, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    GFC follower.

    beyondthestarvingartist at gmail dot com

    Reply
  55. mintaburst says

    March 3, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Liked you on FB(Minta D)

    beyondthestarvingartist at gmail dot com

    Reply
  56. mintaburst says

    March 3, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    Following on twitter @mintaburst

    beyondthestarvingartist at gmail dot com

    Reply
  57. mintaburst says

    March 3, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Tweeted 🙂
    https://twitter.com/mintaburst/status/43378357911568384

    beyondthestarvingartist at gmail dot com

    Reply
  58. Melanie says

    March 4, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    I am a follower on Twitter.

    Reply
  59. Melanie says

    March 4, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    I follower on Google Reader:)

    Reply
  60. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    March 6, 2011 at 3:23 AM

    The chandelier looks great Vanessa~ Love the sweet statement it makes in your daughters room. Thanks for sharing at my party!! 🙂

    Reply
  61. Pam - diy Design Fanatic says

    March 8, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    The Kathy Ireland Home Fulton Double Pedestal L-Shaped Desk would be perfect for our home office!

    Reply
  62. Pam - diy Design Fanatic says

    March 8, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    I’m a follower!

    Reply

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