I picked up this vintage chandelier style light fitting at the thrift store...
I knew straight away that I wanted to up-cycle it,
into a candelabra for the back porch.
I knew straight away that I wanted to up-cycle it,
into a candelabra for the back porch.
And it is gorgeous, in aged brass glory.
I know brass and copper are quite popular in home décor right now.
And I'm probably going to cop a bit of banter when I tell ya all
I actually bought matte black spray paint to paint it black!
When nitty came to gritty.
I just could not do it!
I even posted a 'Shall I - shan't I' pic for debate on Hometalk!
With the consensus of the votes
to 'leave it be'.
Paint free.
Paint free.
In its original fabulousness.
And so I did!
The ceiling rose nailed up to the deck roof
and the chandelier hung.
Long slim candles were fitted where the bulbs once resided.
And I'm already loving it!
The candles were lit.
After a while
the wax began to melt
Creating beautiful waxy drips...
wax drips are an art form in itself!
made into outdoor candelabras.
Reminder: Never leave burning candles unattended.
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