Dressing it Up

3.08.2012

I shared my master bath chandy's transformation with you the other day. Well, right after I had changed that one I decided to update the one in the sitting room too by changing the candle sleeves. It is such an easy change.

This is the before shot at Christmas in 2010. This was right after Mr. Savvy had hung it up. If you look closely you can see the dark metal candle sleeves.

I  removed the metal ones and also removed the shades and am using them somewhere else that I will share another time. Here you can see the new candle sleeves that look more like real candles with wax dripping.

Here is a closer look. I ordered the gold color for this one so it would have more of an old world feel to them in this room.



Excuse the aluminum foil laying in the chair. I took them off the back of the sofa to take pictures and dummy me set them in the chair and there they are. Oops. I use foil to keep Bailey off the back cushions of this sofa. I don't want them permanently indented.

You can purchase these candle sleeves on line at Lumiere Candles. Their company is actually located only a couple of hours from me in the north Ga. mountains. They can also do custom sizes.
Paul is offering my readers 10% off any order with no minimum purchase required. Simply use the code SAVVY when checking out. This offer never expires.

Have a super day. It will be 75 and sunny here today. Woo hoo!


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41 comments:

  1. Anonymous3/8/12, 7:20 AM

    I like the change, Kim. Those sleeves are great.

    A new chandy to replace the ceiling fan in the hearth room is on my to-do list this Spring. It's been on the list awhile. Maybe it will happen in 2012.

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  2. Lori3/8/12, 7:21 AM

    haha, love the foil tip. Great new look for the chandelier too. I love this room. Red it one of my favorite colors.

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  3. Anne Boykin3/8/12, 7:29 AM

    I have the candle sleeves too and they make such a nice difference in the quality of my light fixture. I, too, love this room of yours and I sure understand why Bailey wants to sleep in there!

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  4. NanaDiana3/8/12, 7:45 AM

    oh-Thanks for the link, Kim. I do need to replace some old white ones and I only found them in a couple of sizes and none that would work. I will have to measure my own and get them ordered. Yours look great-nice mini redo! xo Diana

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  5. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting3/8/12, 7:50 AM

    Perfect Kim! I love this room!

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  6. Debbiedoos3/8/12, 7:55 AM

    That is a great change Kim! Love the look it fits nicely in the room.

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  7. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions3/8/12, 8:12 AM

    What a nice and simple change, Kim! I like the gold; it really looks good against the rest of the chandelier.

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  8. Rooms by Ann3/8/12, 8:47 AM

    What a differnce, The chadelier looks beautiful, Make's a statement in your beautiful room. You are so talented and have such an eye for detail. Thanks for sharing

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  9. Barbara Bussey {The Treasured Home}3/8/12, 9:05 AM

    So pretty! I know ceiling fans aren't the prettiest, but that's what alive got! I'd like to change them out but hate the though of losing the extra air circulation. One of these days...! The aluminum foil is a great tip too!

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  10. Tammy @BeatriceBanks3/8/12, 9:06 AM

    I love the new look of your chandy! Gorgeous!

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  11. The French Tangerine3/8/12, 9:08 AM

    girl, you have got to get the silicone lightbulbs! Read my post on them:
    http://www.thefrenchtangerine.com/2011/07/light-bulbs.html
    The only drawback is getting the wattage, but they could not be more charming and beautiful!! I think they would take this chandy to the next level!
    XO
    Jan

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  12. Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things3/8/12, 9:13 AM

    Small change HUGE impact! I love the difference.

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  13. Christine @ Stonehouse Living3/8/12, 9:17 AM

    Hi Him,
    Great change, love the new sleeves!
    It really has made a big difference.
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  14. Jana@Transformations From the Heart3/8/12, 9:19 AM

    Lovely room. Funny, I use the foil on the ledge outside my kitchen window to keep Charlie the cat away from the screen. It's not a pretty sight, but it does the job. I'm sure most people wonder why the foil is there. ha,ha.

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  15. Amy Chalmers3/8/12, 9:27 AM

    Those little details make a big difference. I love that chandy in there~

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  16. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life3/8/12, 9:27 AM

    Your new candle sleeves are perfect. I like the color. Looks so pretty in your room. Hugs, Marty

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  17. Cynthia3/8/12, 9:40 AM

    I love the sleeves on the chandelier. I have them on one of mine. Looks great.

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  18. SImple and Serene Living3/8/12, 9:41 AM

    Isn't it amazing how such a small thing can make such a big difference?
    Love it.
    Laura

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  19. Bliss3/8/12, 9:47 AM

    So I read about candle sleeves and leave with a tip about keeping pets off the couch! You are good!

    ~Bliss~

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  20. Deserae3/8/12, 10:26 AM

    What a difference removing the shades and adding lighter candles sleeves make!! Are your new candle sleeves wax? I have been thinking about ordering some for my chandys....
    ~Des

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  21. Dawn3/8/12, 11:12 AM

    I like the chandy both ways, but I prefer with no shade. Sure does give it a whole now look. Perfect for your room:)

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  22. Okie Chic3/8/12, 11:22 AM

    I looks like a brand new one. Love the change.

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  23. Haworth3/8/12, 11:59 AM

    Those sleeves are lovely, Kim! It really makes such a difference. And so does removing (or adding) the little shades! I added silk shades to a crystal chandelier in my dining room and it really toned down the "Let them eat cake!" style and made it more homey.

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  24. Cindy3/8/12, 12:42 PM

    Hi Kim,
    I love the new candles, they look so real.
    Your living room is beautiful, and the chandi is gorgeous in there.
    Have a lovely day.
    Cindy

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  25. Pamela3/8/12, 12:54 PM

    That looks awesome Kim! It is 68 and rainy here. The in laws just left tho smoking to head our way and to enjoy a week filled with storms!:( Thanx for the code. Off to look.

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  26. Pam - @diy Design Fanatic3/8/12, 1:50 PM

    I didn't know they sold such fancy sleeves for chandeliers. They look great!

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  27. Lou Cinda @ Tattered Hydrangeas3/8/12, 2:22 PM

    This is such a pretty room Kim...I love it too! lol I think I love all the rooms in your house! lol

    I will be checking into ordering some of these candle sleeves....love the look of the dripping wax...

    love that sofa too...

    just sayin'

    Lou Cinda

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  28. Nothing But Blue Skies...3/8/12, 2:51 PM

    Awesome chady update! I love the new candle sleeves, and really like the way it looks without the shades. You've inspired me to try this on one of mine! Thanks, Kim! xo-Lisa

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  29. Carrie @ Hazardous Design3/8/12, 6:14 PM

    I love little details like this in a room.

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  30. Debra@CommonGround3/8/12, 6:31 PM

    amazing how something so simple really changes the look! just gorgeous!

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  31. Life on Lemon Lane3/8/12, 8:01 PM

    What a simple change for a big impact. You must be itching to get outside and play. Any big garden plans this year?

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  32. Kim @ French Country Antiques3/8/12, 8:02 PM

    I really like the new candle sleeves. What is the color of your walls in the room you have pictured if you don't mind my asking?

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  33. chateau chic3/8/12, 8:36 PM

    Those candle sleeves make such a big difference. I love the look of them on chandeliers.
    Mary Alice

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  34. Vickie @ Ranger 9113/8/12, 9:35 PM

    The candle sleeves add a nice touch to the chandelier in your cozy room.

    We had to put a magnetic curtain rod across the door screen to keep our dog from jumping up and tearing the screen. Whatever works!

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  35. Dear Lillie3/8/12, 9:37 PM

    Looks great, Kim! And I love the tin foil! =) I am always finding things I have moved in my pictures and then trying to crop them out - haha!

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  36. Shirley@Housepitality Designs3/8/12, 9:44 PM

    I just took the shades off all my chandeliers and I love the new cleaner/refreshed look...Really like your new candle sleeves...they really transformed the look beautifully!

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  37. At The Picket Fence3/9/12, 11:03 AM

    I love those and really need to get some for my dining room chandy. They look great Kim and we appreciate you sharing this with us at Inspiration Friday! :-)
    Vanessa

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  38. Robyn Story3/9/12, 1:12 PM

    Kim, we've been so busy at the store but I just love popping by your blog for inspiration! Always so beautiful! Thanks for sending chalk painters our way!!

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  39. Honey at 28053/9/12, 9:57 PM

    The new candle sleeves look great! Thank you for sharing at Potpourri Friday! I always appreciate your posts and participation!

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  40. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles3/10/12, 12:46 PM

    Such a lovely room. Your chandy looks great and I love how you have the little blue table in place of the coffee table. I have a table like that too and would have never thought to put it there.

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  41. SHERRY HART3/12/12, 12:20 PM

    I love the chandelier without the hats!!!! And...the wall that the sofa is on looks great now...I know you have changed it a lot :) but I really like how it is looking now!!!

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