Thursday, February 16, 2012

Farmhouse Inspired Lighting


Hello everyone!

You may recall, in a previous post, that I said I ordered a new light fixture for my kitchen.  Well, it arrived today and my husband graciously hung it for me.  Yay! 

Here it is..............


I like how it flows with the rest of the decor.   The black and white color is bold  and really enhances the color scheme and  farmhouse feel I'm trying to capture.


It's also painted with chalkboard paint, so if I ever get creative and want to write anything on it, I can.  Not quite sure if I'll do that.  I don't want it to look strange.  ha!  But, don't be surprised if I post something written on it.  You just never know.  Ha!


The light came from Wuslu. 

The kitchen light is not the only one my husband hung for me.  He also hung this one in my powder room.


This is actually an outdoor light!  My sister came up with this great idea and suggested it to me.  Thank you Kim!!! Not only does it enhance the farmhouse feel of this bathroom, but it was VERY inexpensive!  I got this at Lowe's for only $25.00.  Now, I just need to replace the brass faucet in here and this room will be done.


I'm considering a faucet that looks like this.

This one is from Overstock.com.  I like the porcelain cross handle with it too.  My sister picked this one out.   She's great with suggestions for my bathroom.  She has alot of experience with doing her own, so I trust her advice.

Well, hope you liked my new lights!  I can't wait to see my kitchen light lit up at night. 

Thanks for stopping by!

~ Kelly ~

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51 comments:

  1. TeresaFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    love both the lights, great choices!

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  2. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    Oh, how I love both of them. What a great new look in both rooms!! Yay!

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  3. chateau chicFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    Your black pendant light is perfect for your room. Good choice! Love the one in the bathroom too.
    Mary Alice

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  4. At The Picket FenceFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:39 PM

    LOVE that new kitchen light Kelly and the bathroom one is fantastic too! Don't you just love having a sister with good taste? ;-) I know I do! Thanks for sharing this at Inspiration Friday!
    Vanessa

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  5. Rosemary@villabarnesFebruary 16, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    I love that photo of your bathroom, Kelly. Both light look great. Bringing the outdoor light in was a great idea. Sis rocks!

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  6. BlissFebruary 16, 2012 at 5:31 PM

    I suppose you could chalk on your light "turn me off" but be careful because someone else might come along and write turn me on!

    ~Bliss~

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  7. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRFebruary 16, 2012 at 5:49 PM

    Kim, that's a really good look! What a neat idea for the bath, as well. Your home looks great!

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  8. Debra@CommonGroundFebruary 16, 2012 at 6:04 PM

    Love what you have going on here, great farmhouse look in your kitchen and breakfast area. very cool! thanks so much for linking up to VIF!!

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  9. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 16, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    Great lights, Kelly! Oh, you have to write on it! Things like "sitting down to a 'light' meal" or "you light up my life". : ) That new faucet would look great in your bathroom. I like that old-fashioned look and had a similar one in our powder room in my old house.

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  10. ℳartina @ Northern NestingFebruary 16, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    Kelly I love them both and you definitely have the farmhouse feel going on!

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  11. AndreaFebruary 16, 2012 at 6:56 PM

    great lights, and I love that faucet you are thinking about!

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  12. UnknownFebruary 16, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    What a great look you have in your dining area.

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  13. Anita DiazFebruary 16, 2012 at 7:28 PM

    Kelly, love your light fixtures!! Oddly enough, I have a very similar antique fixture on the outside of my great grandmother's little guest house like your new bathroom one! This one was actually handcrafted my dad told me yesterday as I was trying to figure out how to use it myself.

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  14. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsFebruary 16, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    Your new dining light is awesome! I have two of the ones you have in your bathroom. When we bought this house, they were hanging in the walls in the back stairway!

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  15. Brenda PruittFebruary 16, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Love the lights! Love the old-time feel of them.
    Brenda

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  16. DeseraeFebruary 16, 2012 at 8:37 PM

    Your new lights are fabulous!!! Can't wait to see your new faucet too :o) Have a great weekend!
    ~Des

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  17. Ann from On Sutton PlaceFebruary 16, 2012 at 9:04 PM

    Everything is looking so good. That Farmhouse look is definitely present. Very warm and cozy too. I love your dark doors. Are they black?

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  18. Judy at GoldCountryCottageFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:02 PM

    Hi Kelly: What a great style you have. Everything put together perfectly. Really great lights that are so perfect for your farmhouse. Thanks so much for stopping by GoldCountryCottage. I'm so happy to see you....Judy

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  19. Hidden Haven HomesteadFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:20 PM

    Love the new lights... especially the bathroom one!

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  20. DebbiedoosFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:28 PM

    You got the look you were going for Kelly. Looks awesome!

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  21. Carolyn@Sweet Chaos HomeFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:37 PM

    Love the lights, Kelly! I would totally write on the kitchen one... something like, "no dessert unless you eat ALL your dinner." When my kids ask me 10 times if they've eaten enough, I could just point up :)

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  22. imsteelefullofscrapFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    Your home is so welcoming love the light and would have never thought to use a crate on the table so unique

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  23. TannaFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    LOVE both of you lights, Kelly!! Especially the $25 one!! blessings ~ tanna

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  24. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingFebruary 17, 2012 at 7:43 AM

    Hi Kelly,
    Nice light fixtures!
    They are both perfect for that farmhouse feel...
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  25. summersoulFebruary 17, 2012 at 9:23 AM

    That one in the bathroom is wonderful!. I love them both. Such a great addition.

    MC

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  26. Amy ChalmersFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    It really looks fantastic!! It fits in so well and makes a statement without being overpowering. Perfect!

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  27. UnknownFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    Love your new lighting, goes beautifully.
    Michele

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  28. UnknownFebruary 17, 2012 at 3:47 PM

    You really have an eye for lighting! I have heard of Wuslu, now I am going to have to check it out! I am hosting my first link party today, and would love for you to add this along with anything else you like!
    http://www.mom4realky.blogspot.com/2012/02/4-real-friday-link-party-1.html

    Jessica @ Mom 4 Real

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  29. thistlewoodfarmFebruary 18, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    Love your new light and the outdoor one in the bathroom is a great idea. Isn't is wonderful to have a sister who is creative as well!

    blessings,
    karianne

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2012 at 5:24 PM

    I love the new light fixture Kelly. It is absolutely perfect for your kitchen.

    J's bathroom has outdoor lights. I was going to change them as I thought the room wasn't brightened enough, but after it was painted last month, the lighter walls reflect the light beautifully. I was happy about that as the outdoor lights are just right for the room as is yours.

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  31. Debra@CommonGroundFebruary 21, 2012 at 12:50 PM

    Hi Kelly, just love how you do the mix in your decor. You have such great ideas and transfer them so well into your home. I'm going to feature this post on VIF Thursday, thanks so much for sharing all your inspiration! xoxo

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  32. PamelaFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    Love your farmhouse lighting! I am going to have to run to Lowes tomorrow and see if I can find the one in your bathroom! It is perfect for our half bath that I am trying to redo!

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  33. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:50 PM

    Kelly, Both lights are fabulous and fit in perfectly with your lovely home. Hugs, Sherry

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  34. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingFebruary 22, 2012 at 10:04 PM

    Don't know which light I like better. They're both adorable and work very well with your farmhouse theme. Great job!

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  35. SuzanneFebruary 23, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    Everything looks lovely. I love the new light fixtures. Couldn't help but notice the black door in the background. Looks great.

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  36. GenevaFebruary 25, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    I love ALL the farm house elements you're putting into your home. Great Job!
    Blessings!
    Geneva

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  37. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    I love your new light fixtures...really gives the rooms the feeling your going for!

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  38. UnknownFebruary 26, 2012 at 10:10 AM

    Love both lights! I'm your newest follower-stop by for a visit!

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  39. BrandiFebruary 28, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    Hi Kelly! Just stopping over from Kim's blog to say hi and tell you how much I love your new lighting choices!

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  40. Vickie @ Ranger 911February 28, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    I love your dining area with the black painted doors and the light fixture looks wonderful!

    I've got the same aluminum fixture picked out at Lowe's for an industrial look in a semi-finished basement bathroom. AND we installed that same faucet in our pedestal sink in the main bath. I'm very happy with it.

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  41. Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops}February 29, 2012 at 3:08 AM

    I LOVE your new lights! I think I have a slight obsession with lighting ;) You have a beautiful dining area!

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  42. Beth @A Little Country HouseFebruary 29, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    I love your style! I follow Kim and just found out about you! I will be back!

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  43. A room with a viewFebruary 29, 2012 at 12:43 PM

    You have made great choices with both light fixtures and it shows how the smallest updates can make such a big difference. I love the pop of pink flowers in the powder room.

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  44. TracyMB @ Crows Feet ChicNovember 11, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    Gorgeous fixtures and Get Well Soon! (sent by Bliss)! :)

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  45. Janel from NellieBellieNovember 11, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    You must leave a message for Bliss on your light. Wouldn't that be just too funny!! Came over from Bliss' blog...can't wait to see what you have up your sleeve!! Get feeling better!

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  46. Kathryn J CainNovember 11, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    Memories,made here...Hopes you are feeling better,But I think you need to chalk up a fun Bliss post....

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  47. Patricia @ 9th and DenverNovember 11, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    Such a pretty light...
    in "LIGHT" of your present illness... you could write
    "Wash you hands" OR
    "Say No To Germs" OR
    "Does this look infected to you?"

    Sorry to hear your under the weather, get well...
    ~via, Bliss Ranch- Pat

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  48. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmNovember 12, 2012 at 8:49 AM

    LOVE your new lights! I stopped over from Bliss Ranch...hope your feel better soon :(

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  49. Jean @ www.thebackyardbungalow.comNovember 12, 2012 at 10:09 AM

    Love that chalkboard light! Visiting from Bliss Ranch.

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  50. Pia @HiddenCharm.netNovember 12, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    Coming from Bliss blog.... I'm sick in bed clutching Gatorade (well not really clutching as that implies some amount of strength) and reading blogs, too! Just wanted to say I hope you feel better soon and to congratulat you.... The bliss blog post made me laugh so hard and reminds me of a few friends who would so do this too. Thank God for funny and awesome friends!!!

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Thanks for letting me know you visited today. Kelly