A Second Look at the Spun Glass Sphere Chandelier

Flipping through my Mom's Better Homes and Gardens I came across this sweet bathroom. I loved the serenity of it but what truly caught my attention was the lighting fixture.

Of course I went on the hunt to find the source, Shades of Light along with specifics. While doing this I learned a great lesson. The photo of the Spun Glass Sphere Chandelier on their website did not represent what I loved from the lighting in the room. It didn't have the same crisp bulb or light weight feeling which is what I was drawn to in the first place. Now I know there are stylist and lighting tricks for photo shoots but I think you get what I am saying!

If I had first come across the website photo I am not sure I would have taken a second look. So the lesson learned is to Google the heck out of any product you might see and are not quite sure you like. Find magazine or blog photos and get a second look, you might just fall in love like I have!

Shade Change

Want to know a quick and easy way to change up a room for fall? Change out your lamp shades. Trust me, I recommend it to clients all the time. Your friends will walk in and instantly wonder what you have done differently. Especially if you are changing from a solid shade to a graphic print one. Take a look at this fun Bamboo Trellis Drum Shade from Shades of Light The details: 16", available in chocolate, kelly green and yellow and only $79. My Favorite detail? It is a linen fabric shade, love that! I have had enough of the "paper shade". So what do you think? Would you try this in your home?

(images from Shades of Light)