Monday, January 18, 2010

Metamorphosis Monday – New Foyer Light

I have been waiting for a long time to change out the ceiling light in the foyer. The fixture was a large smoke glass globe, put in when the house was built in 1988. Here it is before the walls were painted a soft green.

The new one is from Lamps Plus.com and is a pendant glass fixture suspended with a three-prong holder.
It has a soft pattern etched on the glass.





A stained glass nativity set on the ledge (with its soft blues and other pastels) looks good against the light green paint of the walls.

This post is linked to Metamorphosis Monday, hosted by Susan of Between Naps on the Porch. Go there for a listing of more transformations.

It is also linked to Blue Monday, sponsored by our gracious Sally at Smiling Sally.. Visit her for lovely blues.

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21 comments:

  1. SherriJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:36 AM

    Wow! That instantly updated the foyer! Amazing how one thing can do that! Love the nativity set. Very original! Hope you have a great Blue Monday! Sherri

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  2. DiannJanuary 18, 2010 at 2:08 AM

    What a difference a light fixture can make!

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  3. C'est moi ClaudetteJanuary 18, 2010 at 2:26 AM

    Looks fab..and I love Nativity scenes. very pretty
    Happy Blue Monday
    Love Claudie
    xxox

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  4. CindyJanuary 18, 2010 at 8:08 AM

    Lovely!! What a difference in lights. The nativity is very pretty, I've never seen one like that.
    Happy Blue Monday! Cindy

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  5. SmilingSallyJanuary 18, 2010 at 9:15 AM

    It makes a BIG improvement, Carrie. Happy Blue Monday.

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  6. black eyed susans kitchenJanuary 18, 2010 at 10:16 AM

    Very elegant new light in the foyer! It is like instant style..gorgeous.
    Susan

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 18, 2010 at 10:37 AM

    Oh how gorgeous. I love the new fixture. It is just stunning. Hugs, Marty

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  8. Barb January 18, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    Love your nativity.

    Happy Blue Monday.

    Barb

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  9. Mary BergfeldJanuary 18, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    I love your new look and the touches of blue you've added to the foyer. I hope you have a wonderful Blue Monday.

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  10. Tra La La Boom De AyJanuary 18, 2010 at 1:54 PM

    I would love to have a creche of pastel colors. The new lighting is wonderful. Many blessings to you this week, Cherie

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  11. CrystalJanuary 18, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    Isn't it amazing how lighting can change a room and the atmosphere? Your Nativity is just gorgeous in those pastel colors.

    Thanks for sharing!

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  12. Chubskulit RoseJanuary 18, 2010 at 4:02 PM

    You did great in putting that lovely light in the foyer area.

    Party Favors for blue monday!

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  13. MariceJanuary 18, 2010 at 4:21 PM

    thats lovely :)

    u may view mine here

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  14. Glenda/MidSouthJanuary 18, 2010 at 4:33 PM

    Very pretty! Nice choice.

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  15. Linda@Coastal CharmJanuary 18, 2010 at 11:14 PM

    Looks outstanding...love the updated look! Hope you have a great week:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  16. CarrieJanuary 19, 2010 at 4:45 PM

    Thanks, everyone, for your lovely comments!
    For more photos of the pastel stained glass nativity, see today's post on my other blog:
    http://carolanativitygallery.blogspot.com/2010/01/stained-glass-creches.html
    All my best,
    Carrie

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  17. AnitaJanuary 22, 2010 at 3:50 PM

    That is stunning.. amazing what one remarkable piece and some paint can do!

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  18. The MuseJanuary 26, 2010 at 11:30 PM

    Lamps Plus is a fantastic place to shop...I know!
    And wow, great taste on your choice of pendant!

    Now, did you sell that oldie but goodie...
    Or play taps and bury it?

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  19. CarrieJanuary 27, 2010 at 12:30 PM

    lol, Muse -- the electrician took it away for me!

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  20. tea time and rosesFebruary 8, 2010 at 12:25 AM

    Hello Dear Carrie!

    What a lovely difference and oh so beautiful!:o) Very pretty indeed.

    Enjoy a beautiful week my friend.

    Smiles...

    Beverly

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  21. Bargain Decorating with LaurieFebruary 14, 2010 at 1:33 PM

    What a difference that light makes! It's beautiful. laurie

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