Showing posts with label Lighting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Lighting. Show all posts
Thursday, April 14, 2011

The lovely Cox & Cox Spring catalogue


    What a treat – the Cox and Cox spring catalogue has just appeared on my doormat. And it's full of affordable treats to spruce up the home for spring. A few highlights to inspire...

    How cute are these apple bookends? Perfect for the stylish small person in your life (if only children actively chose attractive vintage books, too... perhaps they could go on a nice high shelf – or is that a bit wrong?!).  Mmm. Maybe. Still, they're only £12.50 a set – why not get two pairs?



    What a pretty way to display hyacinths. You really feel like spring has sprung with the heady smell of these babies filling the house... They cost £18.50 for the trio 



    As regular readers know, I can't resist a nice bit of a canine accessory. This 'bullseye' lamp, made from poly-propylene plastic, would make a great nightlight, or just soft living room floor glow. He's available from the end of the month, and doesn't come cheap – he's £90. But a dog is for life... 



    I'm a bit over wall stickers... but these pretty bird window stickers give the whole idea a fresh twist. And they're so friendly-looking  – they're meant to be for children's rooms, but I'd be very happy to wake up and find these little tweets hanging out. They're available from the end of the month too and cost £12.50 for a pack of ten.






    Who says fairy lights are just for Christmas? These ones are most definitely summer-friendly; the tiny Moroccan-style lattice-cut lanterns give off such a pretty glow. And just to prove it, the Maroq Light Garland Maroq Light Garland(£36) isn't available until late June... but we think it's worth the wait.

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The lovely Cox & Cox Spring catalogue


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Monday, March 28, 2011

Clever upcycled jam jar lamps


    I just came across this pretty chandelier, above, made from jam jars on Etsy (and, below, there's one made from amber punch glasses, right, and a a night light made from a tissue box, left).

    Sadly Boots n Gus, the shop behind this clever creation, only delivers to the States, where it is based. (And not surprising, as this mama would weigh quite a bit to post.) But for those with craft aspirations or, even better, actual skills – the images of all the ingenious things the owner has fabricated out of, essentially, rubbish, are super inspiring. *UPDATE: have heard from Fritz Fryer antique lighting, in the UK, who say they can fashion customers similar lamps, and for around the same price - $130/£80 * The lamp made from glasses, below, is super simple – as there is just one single light source in the middle... I'd love to see your own creative endeavours so please drop me a line and a snap if you'd like to share.

    For more lighting inspiration, read my recent 'how-to' lighting tips in the Independent on Sunday.




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Clever upcycled jam jar lamps


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Thursday, February 10, 2011

Animal-themed interiors


    The wonky-legged pup was being particularly charming today – and it doesn't take much to make me come over all animal-y. That did it. So thought I'd do a round up of some favourite four-legged items for the home. A couple of things I've had my eye on for a while...

    1. This Bitossi dachshund  (or 'Hound No. 44' as he's affectionately known) is part of the Rimini Blu collection created in the early 1950s by Aldo Londi who was, at the time, art director of Bitossi ceramics. There's a whole menagerie available alongside him at SCP but he is one of the cheapest – he's £30.71 and measures 24cm high – and, I think, the best.

    2. Oh 'Urban Fox' how innocent and wholesome you look on this sweet Lisa Jones bone china mug. Nothing like the rangy and mange-y specimens that prowl the city streets round these parts, bin riffling, courting deafeningly and cat scaring. £12.50 from Hunkydory Home.

    3. It is only as I type now, that I see I have osmotically been drawn to a double dachshund situation. That is what happens when I spend time with my 99-year-old granny and we talk about bad husbands and the short-legged succession of expensive dogs she always much preferred (spouses and canines, I should add, all hers). This 50x50cm cushion is just a tenner from Habitat.

    4. Want this lamp. Want this lamp. Want this lamp. Why oh why is it £79 (from Liberty)? The long lasting joy it would bring its owner would surely justify the cost. But, just in case, I've also found that Good Gracious sell almost as nice versions (and in different colours) for just £39.99. They're currently out of the white ones though (just red, pink and green). But Caravan have them at £49.99. * NEWS: GG have white rabbits back in stock – and they are, I'm reliably informed, the very same as the Liberty ones!

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Animal-themed interiors


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Tuesday, October 19, 2010

New Lighting Inspiration

    While in New York I met the very talented designer, Lisa Luby Ryan in the Arteriors showroom. Arteriors is a line I use frequently and I was thrilled to find out she had partnered with them to create a line. I loved everything she made and it was great to discuss with her the various pieces, she is so kind and engaging. The pieces, inspired by her numerous travels, are stunners with great details. I thought I would share a few...
    All the lamps feature fabulous shades...
    Accesories can be hard to find, I love this one for a table or bookcase...
    Congratulations Lisa, the collection looks great!

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New Lighting Inspiration


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Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Vintage style lampshade from the Peanut Vendor



    LOVE this new but old-style ceramic pleat pendant lampshade, with a distinctive green and black cord, from The Peanut Vendor


    "New, but a vintage item of the future" they say. Quite. £95 - not cheap, but in that context an investment - surely?



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Vintage style lampshade from the Peanut Vendor


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Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Shine On Me...

    I L-O-V-E, love, love this light by Ironware International...

    They have other pretties too....
    You there, get in the cart with the first light....
    More @ Ironware International

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Shine On Me...


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Thursday, July 22, 2010

Chanel Light For One Please

    Love. Love. Love.
    Thank you Blydesign for bringing this light to my attention!

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Chanel Light For One Please


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Wednesday, June 16, 2010

A Bright Light & The Dark Side

    This image makes me want to paint something BRIGHT....
    Although while looking on West Elm I was drawn back to the dark side...this rug is on my short list...hmmm, so is that lumbar pillow...and the far side table too...
    And I love this light even more in gray....I just can't help myself!
    Love this room, the whole look, very cool light...
    All images West Elm

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Monday, May 31, 2010

I'm on the hunt....

    ....for some gorgeous pendant lights for my newly-zhushed kitchen. But it's so hard to find lighting that's beautiful and affordable. As the lovely A-M lamented recently (pop on over to read her post here), it's really difficult to track down something that's both good-looking and within the realms of possibility price-wise. This is the look I'm after...






    ...but it's nearly impossible to find. Regardless, I need to find something I like asap. Why? Because my hideous pine ceilings are about to be painted! I'm ridiculously excited - I've wanted to do this for years. I ran into a builder friend on the weekend, who actually enjoys painting (!) and he offered to come and help me with the ceilings - how good is that! So if I'm a bit scarce on the blog front, don't worry - I'm not sure I'm good enough to swing from a ladder, paintbrush in one hand and laptop in the other! But you can be sure I'll be posting all the goodies as soon as I possibly can.

    Oh, and I also have some very exciting news to share with you all...so stick around, I'll spill the beans in the next few days!

    Have a good one,


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I'm on the hunt....


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Thursday, May 20, 2010

Quick Lighting Update

    Remember this light...It is now up in its new home in a Nashville nursery. I was having serious camera issues that day, I promise more complete pictures later....
    I have to say that is not the only lighting in the house I LOVE.....this is in den right when you walk in...
    Needless to say I enjoyed helping with this house.

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Quick Lighting Update


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Thursday, May 6, 2010

Simple Inspiration

    In the search to find this picture to show a client....(we were looking for a light similiar to this one)...
    I found this kitchen, which brings me back to my favorite color...
    Sigh, hello gray cabinets, you will live in my home one day.

    Image House Beautiful

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Simple Inspiration


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Saturday, March 20, 2010

Lighting Fixtures Ideas

    Lighting Fixtures

    Lighting Fixtures
    Lighting Fixtures
    Many times the house you just can not seem like home until you've got those perfect details that you have always dreamed of. Some of the data are easy to add, like sofa pillows in the right shade, or curtains that complete the look of the home. But did you know that is not the right lighting fixtures can really hurt the look of your home? It is true, so you can be sure that you are simply adding a regular, so that you can have perfect room with lighting fixtures.

    Lighting Fixtures
    Lighting Fixtures
    Firstly, you need to think about the room that you have lights that are currently there. For example, if you have the baby's room, is there a large, bright fluorescent lighting fixtures bulbs on the ceiling? Is this really the type of lamp that is best for this room? Typically, only the locations where fluorescent light bulbs are really working jobs such as kitchens or garages. For any other room you'll want to do to get the tone and lighting fixture that really eye with the rest of the room.

    Lighting Fixtures
    Lighting Fixtures
    The best way to ascertain that good light fixtures in your room is to first think about the room and what you'd like to illustrate it. Want to be a room that is lit and pleasantly formal, or would like to be a room that is more exciting and vivid sense? All these things are important to you to think about while looking for those perfect lighting fixtures or wall hangings. You want to think about the style of the room first.

    Lighting Fixtures
    Lighting Fixtures
    Then I think about the kind of light that you will need. For example, you need lights that you can work with, for example in the kitchen? Do you need lighting fixtures that are bright enough to read by, in one day or another area? And Do you need lights that will accent certain things, like hanging art or specific areas of the room? These are all questions that you would want to answer until the start to shop for lighting fixtures. If you need a bright light for a place to work, you'll want to mount ceiling lighting fixtures, and they may even be fluorescent. If you need a reading lamp, you want to be with lamps, but you want to make sure that they are bright enough to read the still not very clever.

    Lighting Fixtures
    Lighting Fixtures
    If you want to accent things like art or other fields, you can always go with track lighting, because this way you can manually focus each bulb in the right place you'd like it.If first figure out what type of room you have the light, then think about what type of lighting fixtures will work best in this room, you can find the perfect lamps and lighting fixtures for your every need, and you will be able to install them at home.

    Pendant Lighting Fixtures
    Pendant Lighting Fixtures
    Adjustable pendant lighting fixtures, available in many colors, shapes and sizes, are designed to fit all needs and tastes. Pendant lights fixtures can provide just the right amount of lighting for every room at the same time enhance decor. For adjustable pendant lighting fixtures can be adjusted means that they can adapt to a particular individual rooms.

    Pendant Lighting Fixtures
    Pendant Lighting Fixtures
    Since the pendant light fixtures have certain requirements, it is always important to take time and read what direction to lighting. You might have problems with weight, with ropes, chains or other material that would not be aware if you do not read the instructions first. Be sure and measure the electrical hole where you plan to use the lamp, regulate the pendant lighting fixtures have either narrow or wide top of them and possibly your choice can not contact the roof cover.

    Check also:
    Wall Lighting Fixtures
    Home Interior Lighting
    Ceiling Lighting

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Friday, March 19, 2010

Ceiling Lighting

    Modern Ceiling Lighting

    Modern Ceiling Lighting
    Modern Ceiling Lighting
    For incorporation ceiling lights are a relatively new concept. However, seems to have changed significantly since the beginning. For incorporation ceiling lights were always a great way to add one unobtrusive modern flair to your home.The new projects are much smaller, so that these devices will merge into your home, even better. For incorporation ceiling lights can be used in different rooms and ways to add much needed modern lighting. You can find a vast array of lighting equipment, including recessed ceiling lights.

    Modern Ceiling Lighting
    Modern Ceiling Lighting
    For incorporation ceiling lights are the perfect addition to any room in your home. Depending on the fixtures you choose, they can provide task or down modern lighting. Some recessed ceiling lights allow you to manage the lighting by adjusting the movable bodies.Most people choose to have a professional install recessed ceiling lights for them. However, beginning it yourselfer can complete the task in about 5 to 6 hours. If you are familiar with the installation of modern lighting and other projects at home, you can complete the task in less than 3 hours.

    Modern Ceiling Lighting
    Modern Ceiling 
    Lighting
    Before you begin installation of your new recessed ceiling lights, should cover all your furniture and flooring with drop cloths. This will prevent dust from getting all of these things.Drill a small hole in the area where the recessed modern ceiling lighting will be installed on a rack and poke through it. In the hanger will need to go about 7 inches or 8 inches to be installed on each device.You can use templates provided by the manufacturer to outline the area to be cut for each recessed modern ceiling lighting. Cut the hole using a drywall saw. This is where the process gets a little messy.

    Modern Ceiling Lighting
    Modern Ceiling Lighting
    You should leave about 1 1 / 2 feet of wire hung over each hole. Then connect all the wires with wire nuts can raise any recessed modern ceiling light in his place, and installing trim.Now you can put light bulbs in fixtures. This is a good idea to have one electrician inspect your work before using the new lighting fixtures.If you are not comfortable with installing your recessed ceiling lights, play it safe and call a professional. You can find a large selection of modern lighting devices that will satisfy all your needs online.

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Ceiling Lighting


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