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FIXTURES <$200: EBAY

Monday, April 20th, 2009

eBay is a great source for inexpensive lighting!   Many of the links to the fixtures may have expired by the time this read because eBay is a time-sensitive auction site.  This serves more as an example of the wonderful pieces available for discounted prices and how to customize with kaarskoker candle sleeves.  Also, I am not promoting specific eBay Sellers.

These Georgian-inspired sconces and 3-light chandelier would work well together in any bathroom or dressing room.  The sconces will nicely frame a mirror or vanity and the chandelier is a great classic piece. I would recommend Gold & Silver Cone or Sahara Y-Knot to tone down the polished brass and create an elegant piece.  Blue & Gold Basket will play on the gold brass and create a beautiful conversation piece.  Any of the solids, particularly classic colors such as Navy Solid and Forest Green Solid will complement its Early-American style. These pieces retail on eBay for $29 and $97.90, respectively.

The brass scone and brass chandelier below also play on the same Georgian theme and pair nicely with the above mentioned sleeves.  DIY lighting with kaarskoker candle sleeves to give these classic fixtures a bit more of YOUR personality.  This 10-light chandelier retails for $399 but can be found on eBay for $89.99.

Or this large crystal 1920s French chandelier Buy It Now for $189.  Doesn’t it just look sad with those white plastic sleeves?  Imagine it with Pink & Silver Clover or Sage & Silver Basket!

These next two fixtures can be found on eBay for $197.99 & $56.99.  The black wrought iron plays well with the crystal accent, giving them a European feel.   Check out the kkCOLOR SCHEME-black page because would work with iron to create a romantic yet look.

This bronze 19th-century French chandelier is exactly the type of light fixture that needs an alternative to its current candle covers.  WITW would a piece like this suffer with the same cheap details as a fixture from a hardware store?  Orange & Brown Cone is my hands-down pick!

Fixtures <$200: Shades of Light

Friday, April 10th, 2009

Shades of Light is the home to all things lighting and retail their products through stores in Virginia, a catalog and a web store.  The company offers antique and exclusive light fixtures as well as lampshades, bulbs and, most recently, kaarskoker candle sleeves.  Many of the chandeliers and sconces offered on the website nicely accommodate kaarskoker, add the right bulbs and Shades of Light is a great resource for do-it-yourself lighting.  Below are my picks of fixtures under $200 with suggestions on how to complement with kaarskoker.

Shades of Light offers some great ‘Shabby Chic’-esque options, which a pictured below and range in price from $59-169. With or without a shade, pair these sconces with kaarskoker Cane or Solid candle covers.

Retailing for $99, the creamy white of this four light fixture provides the perfect background for kaarskoker Houndstooth sleeves.  Place it over any vanity and replace those terribly generic metal and frosted glass lights!

I was in awe when I saw this pendant.  Incredibly unique and the perfect place to nest any style in kaarskoker Marble collection.  The colors of the antique-marbled paper sleeves instantly complement the traditional lines of this piece creating the perfect example of the kaarskoker motto- tradition redefined.  Available for  $175.

One finish I utilize whenever possible is verdigris as it creates instant history to any piece.  Pair this $99 sconce with Mallard Cone or Fancy Feather and call it a day.

This sconce and chandelier, although they differ greatly in style, are great examples of Shades of Light’s commitment to great detail at an affordable price.  As all of the above featured fixtures, they would look fabulous with kaarkoker sleeves.  They retail for $79 and $99 respectively.

Alright, I know that I’ve been focusing on lighting under $200 but this final piece- its clean lines and romantically graceful details- I could not resist.  I especially find it compelling sans shades et avec Coral kaarskoker. Considering its quality and unique character it is priced right at…..