illumination post the autumnal equinox

When temperatures drop and the days get shorter, like many I tend to hibernate. And when I hibernate, I get crafty. And when I get crafty, one of two things can occur - a. I get a little carried away and disaster strikes, or b. Something magical unfolds. Either way, we end up with a home full of odds and ends just waiting to be transformed into something beautiful... someday.

Well someday was yesterday for one particular project. And I am happy to announce I am thrilled with the results! Blending my personal styles of modern and boho chic, I concocted the perfect kitchen hanging light piece (or as I like to call it - our "chandelier"). This particular masterpiece went through about 4 highly intricate models before realizing its final form (an ultra-simple silhouette).

And it wasn't too difficult either. I was able to find everything I needed around our home (which goes to show exactly how many odds and ends I collect): woven basket, light strand, lampshade frame, extension chord, and chain... and Vooua-lah!

Easy Breezy... of course my beau, Ben, had the difficult task of installing hooks in our 11ft ceilings!

And one of my favourite details: the growing vine we've guided over a nearby door frame instantly began wrapping its tendrils around the chain... so come spring, I can only imagine how beautiful the fresh blooms will look weaving their way along our new light!