Wednesday, October 24, 2012

A broken pendent light leads to a quick & inexpensive update

Last weekend the hubby had to take the pendent light down over the kitchen sink and rewire it. 
That got me to thinking!?!
We put these lights in 10 years ago when we moved in. I think they were in need of a little update! So I took the ride to Home Depot with the hubs, and while he went and got what he needed I went and found these new globes. They remind me of milk glass with a white vain in it. It's hard to tell from the pics.
The two pendents and the fixture over the kitchen table all got a new look.
He's the Before...
And the After...

An easy, inexpensive update! Thanks so much for stopping by!
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46 comments:

  1. RonOctober 23, 2012 at 8:29 AM

    Looks great, Martina!

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  2. AnonymousOctober 23, 2012 at 8:29 AM

    Morning, Martina! Such a subtle difference but such a difference. I love this. Wish I had a sweet light over my sink!
    Have a blessed day and you're always a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsOctober 23, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    A little update, but they look great, Martina! I love the longer shape.

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  4. chateau chicOctober 23, 2012 at 8:48 AM

    I like how easy that was to give your lights an update! You probably feel like you have a whole new light fixture.
    Mary Alice

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  5. AndreaOctober 23, 2012 at 8:59 AM

    big difference for such a little change! Great new look!

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  6. Linda October 23, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    Yes I can see the white vein. Love the update.

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  7. UnknownOctober 23, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    That was easy! I like the new longer shaped globes. Great update.

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  8. Alison @ The PolohouseOctober 23, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    You are so smart!
    What a great difference and you did not even have to replace it for a completely updated look.
    Great tip, Martina!
    xox
    A

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  9. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsOctober 23, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    They look great! I love the milk glass look.

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  10. ANNEOctober 23, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    So much prettier!

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  11. DeseraeOctober 23, 2012 at 10:02 AM

    Looks great....very pretty!
    ~Des

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  12. KellyOctober 23, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    It's always nice to be able to do inexpensive updates, isn't it? I like how yours look. I look around my house and ALWAYS see something that could use updating it seems. Ha!

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  13. DawnOctober 23, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    Nice new shape, it sure updates the piece.

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  14. CynthiaOctober 23, 2012 at 12:02 PM

    What a big difference, they look great.

    Cynthia

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  15. Something Nice and PrettyOctober 23, 2012 at 12:04 PM

    Great idea Martina! Less expensive than buying a whole, new light fixture!

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  16. Blondie's JournalOctober 23, 2012 at 12:40 PM

    Very pretty, Martina! A small change makes a big difference! I am loving your place mats...do you remember where you found them?

    XO,
    Jane

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  17. Sonny GOctober 23, 2012 at 12:56 PM

    the new globes really updated that fixture.. great cheap fix with max impact~!

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  18. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementOctober 23, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    They look great Martina!
    Nice update!
    Pam

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  19. CindyOctober 23, 2012 at 2:25 PM

    Your light fixtures now look wonderful! I love them. I also love the view out your sliding glass doors, very pretty!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  20. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapOctober 23, 2012 at 2:29 PM

    the little things really do make a difference!

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  21. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsOctober 23, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    I love the new shape of the globes...I am sure that you are enjoying your new light fixtures...beautiful Martina!!

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  22. GinaOctober 23, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    They looks so pretty. You can't go wrong with a simple update that gives great results.

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  23. xinexOctober 23, 2012 at 5:48 PM

    Very pretty, Martina. Really like them...Christine

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  24. AnneOctober 23, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    Martina that changed the way your fixture looks!I really love the way it looks now! I liked it before too but is always fun to change isn't it!
    xx
    Anne

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  25. Andrea at Opulent CottageOctober 23, 2012 at 7:39 PM

    I was eyeing those at Home Depot too! They're really pretty.
    xo, Andrea

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  26. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLROctober 23, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    Now, how easy was that? Love the new globes! Don't you just love simple changes like that?

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  27. OliveOctober 23, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    You know I am into lighting-love it.

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  28. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️October 23, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    It's a beautiful update.

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  29. JudyOctober 23, 2012 at 9:02 PM

    I love little changes that make a big impact. Great job.

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  30. Ann from On Sutton PlaceOctober 23, 2012 at 10:11 PM

    Small updates like this sometimes make such a difference. Looks great!

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  31. Finding HomeOctober 23, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    Subtle change - big impact! Take care, Laura

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  32. KarenOctober 23, 2012 at 11:29 PM

    Nice update Martina, its funny how small changes can make a huge impact.

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  33. Wendy AnnabethOctober 24, 2012 at 12:17 AM

    Very pretty blog! I'm a new GFC follower :)
    xo
    www.domesticsweetheart.com

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  34. Christy @ Our Southern HomeOctober 24, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Love your blog...now following!

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  35. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingOctober 24, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    Hi Martina,
    Very nice update in fixtures!
    I bet you notice them every time your in the kitchen.
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  36. Leslie HarrisOctober 24, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    what a pretty kitchen shot, so amazing how little things can make a difference.
    Leslie (aka Gwen Moss)

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  37. At The Picket FenceOctober 24, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    Those quick fixes are the best and it looks lovely Martina! :-)
    Vanessa

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  38. Anita at Cedar Hill October 25, 2012 at 7:52 AM

    So pretty, and your views are the real show stoppers. Love looking out your windows.

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  39. PamelaOctober 25, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    Great little update Martina!

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  40. DebbiedoosOctober 25, 2012 at 4:10 PM

    Perfect new look Martina!

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  41. Yvonne @ StoneGableOctober 25, 2012 at 6:07 PM

    Martina, So nice! Very clean and updated. I love your table and the pendant works so well with it!!! Don't you love the little changes that make our homes feel so like new!

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  42. melissa @ daisymaebelle.comOctober 25, 2012 at 9:04 PM

    I love the update! The globes make such a difference! Life to the full, Melissa

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  43. Nellie's Cozy PlaceOctober 26, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    Hi Martina,
    Am coming over from Kim's to tell you that I love your livingroom. So pretty and welcoming. Very nice touches, and I see you like Thomas
    Kincaide as well. Was so sorry to hear of his passing..........

    Love your blog, very nice and fun!
    Loved checking out all your other posts as well. Cause I love decorating too. Your light fixture change looks great, so amazing how small changes like that make such a difference.

    Have a great day, and I am your newest follower.
    blessings, Nellie

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  44. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.October 28, 2012 at 9:05 PM

    Little updates can make a huge difference!

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  45. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.October 28, 2012 at 9:05 PM

    Little updates can make a huge difference!

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  46. Patricia @ 9th and DenverOctober 31, 2012 at 11:21 PM

    Subtle...but nice!
    I love easy projects.
    Pat

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina