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MY CHRISTMAS CANDE'LABRE.......................




 I have posted before about my love of reusing and repurposing something around my home.

This year.....instead of putting up the BIG tree we put up a small one .... so I had tons of Christmas Balls left over.


Since they are so beautiful and sparkly I decided to incorporate them in my dining room chandelier.....added a bunch of ribbon and some beaded garland...and instant make over.


Yes.....those are old iron bed springs you see.  I love mixing up funky with grand....it always brings me a smile.

How about you?

Hugs to all,

Jo
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  1. Blessed SerendipityDecember 13, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    Those clear glass ornaments look like soap bubbles. So pretty Jo. I love how you mix the rustic with the elegant.

    xo,
    Danielle

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  2. On Fragile WingsDecember 13, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    I absolutely love this...

    those glass bulbs look like ethereal orbs
    or freshly blown bubbles floating on air.

    I love mixing different shapes and textures.

    The other bulb resembles a disco ball
    remember those ?

    such a creative spirit you are...

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  3. mxtodis123December 13, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    It's lovely and so creative. I love this.
    Mary

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  4. Julie MarieDecember 13, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Oh Jo, that is just fabulous!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  5. AbelaDecember 13, 2011 at 2:51 PM

    That original! xo

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  6. Jean Nelson Paintings and PhotographyDecember 13, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Love your Christmas chandelier - how very clever you are.

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  7. VictoriaDecember 13, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    Wow..super gorgeous shots Jo..they are dazzling and dreamy..so magical! Wonderful! I love to reuse/recreate things too! you are super- fab!!!
    HUgs and wishing you a wonderful week!
    Victoria

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  8. Carole ReidDecember 13, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    You are so creative! Love the springs!
    Have a great week.

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  9. SushDecember 13, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    OH if only I had a candelabra to hang the lovely balls from! How festive and unique!
    Happy Holidays~

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  10. Queenie BelieveDecember 14, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Very fun festive holiday cheer!!! I love your candelabra make over!
    Have a great day.
    Always, Queenie

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  11. ChristelDecember 14, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    oh Jo, you are a gal after my own heart! When I saw the spring, I was elated..just perfect I incorporated twine into my tree..love the lovely old things, and rustic. xoxo Christel

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