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July 27, 2011

My $2 .47 Chandelier…

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Okay so technically it wasn’t $2.47 since at one point several years ago I did actually purchase this chandelier and I will have to buy a new one for the dining room BUT I can pretend that for the moment I was able to get a “new” chandelier for my kitchen remodel for the cost of a bottle of metallic craft paint.
Since we purchased our home a little over 5 years ago, I have been the proud owner of what I think might possibly be one of the ugliest builder grade chandeliers I have ever seen.  Seriously.  Even Bama Boy was asking when we could get rid of it, and he could care less about anything home décor related.
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It looks like it might fly off to another planet or something.  Kind of “space shipish” don’t ya think? bleh.  With my ongoing kitchen remodel I knew at some point (and sooner rather than later) this chandelier was going to need to move onto greener pastures….like onto somebody with an affinity for the early 90’s.
Now here’s the rub.  When we first moved into our house we did not have a formal dining room set.  Therefore, I purchased a small chandelier for the dining room since we had a very small table in there.  Fast forward a few years and now we own a lovely, large formal dining table and above it hung what was now a too small light fixture.
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But…it happened to be the perfect size for over my kitchen table….just not the right color.  I am using oiled bronze light fixtures in my kitchen for a contrast with all of the white that is going in there. 
Instead of the brushed silver, I was going for a finish more like this…
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The color in this lovely ceiling medallion that I picked up at Lowe’s on clearance for a whopping…
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Gosh I love a good bargain!

We had a dilemma though, Bama Boy was out of town when I got my hair brained idea to switch out the chandeliers.  But not hell, nor high water, nor the lack of a man around was going to stop me from getting a new chandelier in my kitchen once I’d made my decision!  Power off and I was ready to get the flying saucer out of my kitchen and into the garage sale pile.  Then I affixed the ceiling medallion to…well the ceiling and wired in the new chandelier. 

All. By. Myself. grin!
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Here you can really see the difference in finishes I was working with…oh and you can also see my new black countertops…grin! I love them…sigh…post coming soon on those I promise!

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My next step was to pull out the paint brushes and this lovely metallic paint I picked up at Hobby Lobby.
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I purchased the large bottle of bronze metallic paint for..yep you guessed it $2.47 and already had the other paints on hand.  By the way, this was WAY too big of a bottle.  I think I maybe used 1/4 of it.  I proceeded to hand paint the entire chandelier. Now you might be asking why I didn’t just spray paint it with oiled bronze paint and call it a day.
Well, I have several good reasons. One, it’s darn hot here right now and I was afraid the paint would dry too quickly with possible runs and drips… and let’s face it I loathe being outside DIYing when there’s a heat emergency in effect. Two, I didn’t want to have to tape off all of the other components of the chandelier so I could spray it. And, three I knew by hanging the chandelier and then painting it, I could get it all painted at one time and it could dry while hanging, resulting in a nice clean finish, and last I wanted to be able to add some depth and variations with multiple colors.
I don’t have any “in progress” photos since Bama Boy, who’s my trusty “in action” photographer, was out of town but would you like to see the final results?
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I was pleased how well I was able to match my paint job with the paint color of the ceiling medallion
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Pretty close wouldn’t you say?
By using a little black enamel paint laying around and some espresso metallic paint I already had I was able to get some great variations in the paint color
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Painting metal is always a little scary, until you see the final results.  Even up close it’s hard to tell this chandelier was ever NOT bronze.
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So whatcha think?
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Better? Yep…most definitely!
Now here’s my question for you… shades or no shades?
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I feel like it’s missing something but I know the “no shade” look is popular right now.  If I use shades, I’m thinking simple plain shades, nothing pleated.  What are your thoughts my design gurus?
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  1. Pam - diy Design Fanatic says

    July 26, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Your new chandelier looks awesome! So much better!!! Regarding the shades, buy some at Lowe’s or HD and try them out. If you don’t like them, just return them. Even if you don’t like the ones at the big box stores, they will still help you see if you’d like any shade on your chandelier. Then if you like the line they create, find some online or in your travels.

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  2. Traci says

    July 26, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Heather, this is amazing!! It looks fabulous!!!! I’m so impressed that you installed it yourself. We’ve replaced almost all of the light fixtures in our house & it’s just not something I could do by myself.

    Reply
  3. Vivienne @ the V Spot says

    July 26, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    I love it!! Great job matching the color, and yes, the other one did look rather Close-Encounter-ish.
    I would put shades on it.

    Reply
  4. ⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜@ Debbiedoos blogging and blabbing says

    July 26, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Ta da! Looks fantastic, and what a deal girl! Love the paint colors too, very rustic and elegant!

    Reply
  5. Catie says

    July 26, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    Great job Heather. It looks fabulous!!

    And congratulations to both you and Jenna! I can’t believe how well you’ve done in only 6 monhts. Continued success to you! You’re both soo sweet and deserve the best. Cheers!! : ) ~ Catie

    Reply
  6. Honey at 2805 says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    Looks great! And I do agree that the old one looks a bit UFO-ish.

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  7. Cathy Curry says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    Beautiful work! Looks like a brand new fixture from the showroom.

    Reply
  8. Gloria Fox @ Potentially Beautiful says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    It looks wonderful! I agree with Pam, try some shades out, you can always take them back. Also, I think maybe the candle stick part of the light (not sure what they are called) is such a huge contrast being so white, maybe that’s why it looks a little off. I have covered them with scrapbook paper before to match the chandy makeover and it worked great.

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  9. At The Picket Fence says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    Seriously Heather this looks soooo incredible!!! I know I just told you on the phone how much I love it but I was looking at it again and it is truly gorgeous! I love getting to see your transformations and it would only be better if I could pop on over to your house and see it, and you, in person. 🙂
    Love you,
    Your sister

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  10. Le-Ann says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:22 PM

    Hey friend! I love how it turned out! And, I saw this project the other day that would be perfect for it if you decided against shades. https://purestylehome.blogspot.com/2010/03/pure-style-project-9-how-to-make-wax.html

    Le-Ann

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  11. Holly Kennedy says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Fantastic transformation! I love it! I think it looks great with no shades! The white candle sticks stand out a bit, so maybe you could wrap them in jute? Or burlap? Or burlap AND jute! Or…okay, you get the idea!

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  12. housedressingblog.blogspot.com says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Oh wow! You had me at hanging it yourself! I’m skaid of ‘lectricity and would never have the guts to mess with it by myself!
    You did a fantastic job, the paint is perfect and makes it look very high end. I go without shades in the warm weather months and use them in the fall and winter, might be weird to most, but that’s how I roll.

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  13. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    Oh it’s gorgeous!!!!! In love with the end result!
    Thanks for linking!
    XO

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  14. Bunny Jean says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Looks fab! I think it looks fine without the shades, but maybe you could soften the white “candle” part a with a little stain/paint.

    xoxo Bunny Jean

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  15. carol says

    July 26, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    It looks great! So inspiring : ) I am a ‘shade’ person and know if you want to do that you will find the perfect style!

    Reply
  16. April says

    July 26, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    It’s absolutely gorgeous. I am a “no shades” girl–I think shades hide the flowy lines on a chandy too much, unless it’s a really large one.
    🙂
    I have beaded bulb covers on mine. I love the sparkle they add, without the bulk.
    Your kitchen looks GREAT too, btw!

    Reply
  17. Ana says

    July 26, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    Oh Heather,
    It turned out awesome…Love it. Great job with the paint treatment and love, love, love the medallion.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    ♥Ana

    Reply
  18. Gypsy Heart says

    July 26, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Looks fabulous! I would never attempt to do anything with electricity ~ too scared even with the power off. You are a brave soul!

    The colors are perfect. I think shades would offer that finishing touch. The white candlesticks are a bit glaring with the darker tones I think.

    xo
    Pat

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  19. Gypsy Heart says

    July 26, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Looks fabulous! I would never attempt to do anything with electricity ~ too scared even with the power off. You are a brave soul!

    The colors are perfect. I think shades would offer that finishing touch. The white candlesticks are a bit glaring with the darker tones I think.

    xo
    Pat

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  20. Anne says

    July 26, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Simply stunning. I’ve never seen medallions like that either, I love it.

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  21. Katie @ Wildwood Creek says

    July 26, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    The chandy is beautiful and also love the medallion! I’m in the no shade camp.

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  22. Anonymous says

    July 26, 2011 at 7:56 PM

    Heather, congrats on six months of blogging.
    You didn’t mention us faithful subscribers to your email or did I miss that?
    I think you should have shades on the chandelier -were you able to paint the chain for the light fixture?
    Love the black counter tops.
    You are doing a wonderful job with your blog.
    C.

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  23. Tanya Anurag says

    July 26, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    It looks beautiful… way better than the previous one! I would say no shades… however, if you really want to add something, I’d say go for the glass ones. The ones that are a part of the oil lamps.

    -Tanya
    https://tanyaanurag.blogspot.com/

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  24. javajanie says

    July 26, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Wow! Looks great! You rock!

    Reply
  25. At The Picket Fence says

    July 26, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    @C Hi! I hope you’ll be back by the post to see this. We adore our faithful email subscribers and their numbers are included in the first number. We appreciate everyone of you who have become a friend of At The Picket Fence in whatever capacity! To answer your question, yes I did paint the chain and wire as well. It turned out great and doesnt look “painted”. Thanks for commenting and for following our blog!

    Heather

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  26. Richella says

    July 26, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    It’s WONDERFUL! What a great job you did with the paint!! It looks as if it was made for that space.

    I’d say go with shades, but I don’t think you can go wrong. Congratulations!

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  27. Ann from On Sutton Place says

    July 26, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    OK…you are my hero. I so badly want to paint my chandelier in my dining room but don’t have the nerve. It’s huge and bright brass. It’s not my style anymore but it was a gift from my parents and I just can’t part with it. I always thought I would have to take it down to spray paint it…but maybe not? I’m encouraged! Thanks for a great post…

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  28. stefanie says

    July 26, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    its GoRGeous!!!!!!!!!

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  29. FABBY'S LIVING says

    July 26, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Ok, Heather, I’m just totally impressed! Wow, girl, you’re so talented, you don’t need a man for such a difficult job…I’m in awe! The lamp is gorgeous and need no shades at all, just perfect and congrats. Hope you come and visit my before, after kitchen post! Lots of hugs and thanks for sharing.
    FABBY

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  30. Ivy and Elephants says

    July 26, 2011 at 11:19 PM

    Your chandelier re-do is awesome, the color match superb. I’m off to see if I too can find a 12.00 ceiling medalion!!!
    Thanks for entering our give away.
    Best of luck!
    Patti

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  31. Kim @ Cheap Chic Home says

    July 26, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    It looks great, Heather. I really like the new color–much better than the old space ship one. I vote for shades, too, it looks a bit bare.

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  32. Judy says

    July 27, 2011 at 12:18 AM

    I love what you did with the chandelier and I am SUPER impressed that you hung it all by yourself. I consider myself very DIY capable but doing electricity without my husband scares the heck out of me. You matched the colors perfectly. I vote for shades. It does look a little too bare without a shade. Awesome job.

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  33. Stuff and Nonsense says

    July 27, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    looks fabulous…if you hadn’t spilled the beans i would never have known this chandy was a paint job…!

    alison

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  34. Cozy Little House says

    July 27, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    Oh yes, most most definitely!
    Brenda

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  35. Heather says

    July 27, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    Looks beautiful! Definitely vote no shades though. 🙂

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  36. Nancy says

    July 27, 2011 at 2:22 AM

    LOVE it! The mirror/medallion at top is great too! I want to see it without the tape, when you’re finished. So awesome that you rewired it yourself to!

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  37. Jen says

    July 27, 2011 at 2:46 AM

    Ummm, awesome! I’d totally vote for shades though, it seems like it’s missing a little finishing touch. Great job with the paint, I find painting metal so intimidating! Come visit me sometime! Jen @ http://www.icantstopcrafting.blogspot.com

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  38. Texas JennyWren says

    July 27, 2011 at 3:06 AM

    Love how you painted your new chandelier. It looks wonderful. I think you should go SHADELESS, and you could change your bulbs to be the frosty ones with the little drippy tip at the top to look like candles? Just a thought. That is what I have and I LOVE THEM. The frosted bulb helps your eyes as well. Not so blarring. Great job!!
    txjennywren@blogspot.com

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  39. Sonya@Beyond the Screen Door says

    July 27, 2011 at 4:04 AM

    I am so impressed that you wired and hung the light fixture by yourself! Way to go! Love the new color as well as the medallion. I say shades!

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  40. Youaretalkingtoomuch.com says

    July 27, 2011 at 4:34 AM

    Girl…you are leaving traditional in the “dust” and making your way to something new! I am soooo behind : ) I love your blog….but mostly i love your message……Love, Me http://www.youaretalkingtoomuch.com

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  41. Debbie says

    July 27, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    I love it in a big way and think it’s particularly perfect with the medallion. For me? I would probably like shades, but what do I know? I still have an ugly brass thang in my dining room waiting for a change.

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  42. michelle says

    July 27, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    It is beautiful Heather!! I love the new finish and the light looks like it came with the medallion! I am very impressed that you did the electrical, I would very afraid. 🙂 I say no shades but it depends on how the light is cast or if it is too bright.
    Have fun!
    xoxo

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  43. Christine says

    July 27, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    This is really beautiful! I didn’t like it with the shades on. Maybe with lighter shades? Love the glow it gives off now. And that medallion is fantastic.

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  44. Becca says

    July 27, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    FAH-BUE-LUS!! I’m so impressed with your new chandie. You did an amazing job … you must smile every time you look at it!! Well done!!

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  45. SavannahGranny says

    July 27, 2011 at 9:02 PM

    Congratulations on the successful six months. I certainly enjoy your posts.
    The chandy looks great, I like it without the shades especially in the kitchen. I am seriously thinking of taking the shades off my kitchen chandy. One can always add them later.
    Hugs, Ginger

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  46. Debbie--https://refreshrestyle.com/ says

    July 27, 2011 at 10:06 PM

    Awesome! You did an amazing paint finish and electrical job! I love the new look!
    Debbie

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  47. Miss Kitty says

    July 28, 2011 at 1:55 AM

    Heather, I LOVE what you did to the chandy! When I started reading your post, I was like “Wait, that is my foyer chandy EXACTLY”. AND I am ready to give it a paint job too! Thank you so much for posting this tutorial. I like the shades on it myself. When I repaint it, I will need to get new ones.

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  48. Pamela says

    July 28, 2011 at 5:58 AM

    Just fabulous Heather!! I just paid $27 for our dining room medallion and I had to paint it! You got a steal of a deal!

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  49. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    July 28, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    Love it, Heather! What a difference having a ceiling medallion makes, too. Great color. What does it look like with the shades on? Maybe if you do go with shades, something along the color you have over by your sink {just to tie the two areas in}.

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  50. Mary Ellen says

    July 29, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    A little light shed can make all the difference!!! Great job!

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  51. The Joyful Thrifter says

    July 29, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    great great great!
    Smiles,
    The Joyful Thrifter

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  52. Gail says

    July 29, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Looks truly like its made out of bronze. Go nekeed in the summer and dark shades in the winter.

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  53. Rhonda @ The Yellow Brick Road says

    July 30, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    Love the new look! Good for you! Looks great and I think I’d go for a simple shade….maybe a drum shape. Just a thought!

    Reply
  54. Alison @ The Polohouse says

    July 31, 2011 at 3:16 AM

    Gorgeous!
    Love what you have done with this and adding the ceiling medallion was such a terrific idea!
    I vote for shade, but that’s just me.
    🙂

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  55. Sandy says

    July 31, 2011 at 10:56 PM

    What a wonderful transformation. I’m saving your instructions and I’m doing mine.. I’ve been looking at it for quite sometime, paint it or buy another one? Well… you just solved my problem… thank you so much! I’m interested to know if you get the shades?
    Beautiful!
    Sandy

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  56. Karena says

    August 2, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    Heather I am amazed and I too often would rather brush the paint on than spray! It really is perfect!!

    I am feeling the shades would be the right choice, however all you need to do is try them and,look at them a few days, what is important is how it looks best to YOU!

    xoxo
    Karena

    Art by Karena

    Do come and enter my Giveaway from Dr Perricone!! It is very exciting!

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  57. Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says

    August 3, 2011 at 4:50 AM

    Hi Heather, The new finish on the chandy looks wonderful! Thanks for sharing this at my open House party.
    xo,
    Sherry

    Reply
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    January 13, 2012 at 2:30 AM

    Wow! Just discovered your blog and love it! Love the transformation of your chandy too! I have the same chandelier that I purchased from Lowes a few years ago. I had the pleated shades then I covered them in a red plaid (my kitchen was red and yellow then) Now I have white shades on them. Who knows one day I might try what you did but for now it will do!

    ~Sandy

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Happy weekend! The rainy and gloomy weather here i Happy weekend! The rainy and gloomy weather here in the Willamette Valley has me feeling less frustrated about my migraine forcing me to just snuggle up indoors and these flowers in my kitchen are lifting my spirits. What are you up to on this holiday weekend?
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The day after Christmas I found myself laundering The day after Christmas I found myself laundering and folding all of the linens we used the previous night as we hosted my husband's side of the family for dinner and other festivities. As I laid out each cloth napkin and folded them one by one, I couldn't help but be struck by what a simple, yet meaningful, task it was. It's such an honor and privilege to be the hostess and, at this stage of my life, I realize that this has almost one hundred percent become my role now. Our parents are in their 70's and have either downsized significantly or simply don't have the energy to take on hosting duties for a large group. I could resent this. I could feel overwhelmed by it. But, instead, I'm choosing to embrace it knowing that, someday, I too will pass the hosting torch and I hope that I will be welcomed with love and attentiveness. So, I fold the linen napkins, taking pleasure in the way all of the creases line up and how neat and tidy they look in the drawer of my dining room buffet. These seemingly simple chores are part of the lifeblood of homemaking and my attitude towards them can either be one of gratefulness or grumbly-ness (yes, I'm making up words now). 

And I’m choosing gratefulness. 

“This job has been given to me to do. Therefore, it is a gift. Therefore, it is a privilege. Therefore, it is an offering I may make to God. Therefore, it is to be done gladly, if it is done for Him. Here, not somewhere else, I may learn God’s way. In this job, not in some other, God looks for faithfulness.” (Elisabeth Elliot⁣)
Welcome to Tip Tuesday! I’m so excited to be kic Welcome to Tip Tuesday! I’m so excited to be kicking off the year with a brand new series! Each weekly installment will feature a tip for everything from your home to faith to parenting to family life and so much more. My goal for 2023 is to have far more personal interaction with this community while continuing on with the mission of weaving together all things heart and home. I hope you enjoy this first tip and I’d love to hear from you about whether or not you decorate for winter! 
#tiptuesday #organizing #winterdecorating
“He has made everything beautiful in its time. H “He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.” 

Here’s to beginnings. Happy new year friends! May you experience the majesty and sovereignty of the Lord in 2023 like never before! ✨
Oh how I love this week each year! It’s my favor Oh how I love this week each year! It’s my favorite for sure. Everything is still festive and decorated but there’s none of the stress of the cooking and wrapping and making preparations. It’s the week where we get to take everything slowly and simply enjoy being together while the house still has twinkling lights and we can just be cozy.

What about you? How will you be spending this week? ✨
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