4.06.2010

a little project

Sometimes you just have to make do with what you have right? well, that's fine.....but that doesn't mean you can't 'spruce it up' a little!

So I took this ordinary hanging pendant over my kitchen sink:
and made a quick little shade for it!

it's so fresh! and it was so fun!! (I think I'm addicted to those linen roses now)

it is sewn out of white linen

I really enjoyed posting about this - do you guys want to see more of
my projects around the farm??

26 comments:

  1. MichelleTuesday, April 06, 2010

    I would love to see more of your projects. You have great ideas and I need some for my old house! I do love the curly brackets in this photo, so already and idea for above my kitchen sink! Love the shade as well!

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  2. mary pernulaTuesday, April 06, 2010

    VERY CUTE, YOU JUST GAVE THE LIGHT A LOOK OF IT'S OWN. THANKS SO MUCH FOR SHARING. XO MARY

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  3. TriciaTuesday, April 06, 2010

    I love it! I want to make some ruffled lamp shades using white linen...just need more time in the day! :)
    T

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  4. AnnieTuesday, April 06, 2010

    That's adorable! Of course we want to see more projects around the farm!

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  5. The Shiny PebbleTuesday, April 06, 2010

    Wow, that last picture is fantastic. Does it really look like that in the evening? Just use a really low voltage bulb, ok? I'd be affraid it migh heat up and cause a little accident.

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  6. MariaTuesday, April 06, 2010

    Hi!
    I love seeing your homemade & handmade things...
    Your homemade Easter basket treats are GREAT!
    Those bread bunnies are adorable!
    ~Maria

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  7. AnonymousTuesday, April 06, 2010

    That is so YOU!

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  8. AnitaTuesday, April 06, 2010

    Love it! It may potentially solve my problem of not being able to find the right light for over the sink...

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  9. Sharon StanleyTuesday, April 06, 2010

    of course we want to see more farm-y projects...silly question! and more of your clothes!!!come on...lets see some farm fashion too!

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  10. Gwynie PieTuesday, April 06, 2010

    I love seeing the things you are working on around the house and farm. You always inspire me to branch out and try new things here at my own house and farm :)

    Thanks.

    Gwyn Rosser @ The Pink Tractor
    www.gwynrosser.blogspot.com

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  11. AnonymousTuesday, April 06, 2010

    Clever girl... it's adorable!

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  12. traciTuesday, April 06, 2010

    that is adorable. yes, please keep showing us your projects.

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  13. Room to InspireTuesday, April 06, 2010

    This looks fabulous - I really like the use of the white linen. And YES, we (I am speaking for all of us in the blogging world) would love to see more of your projects!

    Chelsea

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  14. lalaTuesday, April 06, 2010

    Yes please, more projects!!!! The shade just perfect.

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  15. LauraTuesday, April 06, 2010

    Yes-
    Show us more, more, more.
    I would also love to hear about a typical day on the farm.

    Thanks Anne Marie-

    Laura

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  16. Anne LorysWednesday, April 07, 2010

    That is simply brilliant!
    I'm going to spruce up some of MY ugly fixtures with your fabulous idea. :-)

    Hugs,
    Anne

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  17. Molly Betsy @ Star CottageWednesday, April 07, 2010

    So pretty ;)

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  18. SheilaWednesday, April 07, 2010

    Sweet shade!!! Safety caution....make sure it doesn't get too hot. :)
    I celebrated another birthday yesterday....now today I am looking to make some changes around my house....maybe do some re-arranging....so I stopped by your blog for a little inspiration. :) I am having a little birthday give-a-way incase you might be interested....it is Redwork, but could be stitched in any color. :)

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  19. Chrissy...The Apothecary ShopWednesday, April 07, 2010

    Hey you.......thanks for checking in on me,I have missed you!! Love this post of course we want to see more,silly goose!! Talk soon,x0x0x0x

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  20. StephanieWednesday, April 07, 2010

    YES! I would love to see more. Your ideas are so creative and when combined with your sewing skills, well it's almost to good to be true. :)

    Stephanie

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  21. Jacqueline @ HOMEThursday, April 08, 2010

    Oh Anne Marie,
    You're just too clever for me!! I am always amazed at what you come up with and, everything done to perfection. Of course I want to see EVERYTHING that you do around the farm. I love seeing it all. !!!!

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  22. AndreaThursday, April 08, 2010

    I was wondering about homeschooling. I school our 4 children, always have. Was wondering what curriculum u use and how much time you spend on it. I suppose you spend alot of time on the farm with the kids learning. Also, as my kids are getting older, (8,6,5,2) just want to pick your brain on an average day... wish i could get to where I am confident I am doing enough...

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  23. Laura @ 52 FLEAThursday, April 08, 2010

    Hi Anne Marie,
    I love linen and I love this little shade that you have made! You are right...it looks fresh and different! I would love to see more of your projects! You are so creative and artistic and I thank you for sharing your inspiration!
    Take care,
    Laura

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  24. UnknownThursday, April 08, 2010

    I think your shade is as cute as can be! It's fun isn't it? Sprucing things up with a little simple sewing! By the way.....don't know if I've commented on it or not, but I just LOVE Elizabeth! So pretty in that yummy linen. And NOT so simple! I know I couldn't make anything close to so beautiful.

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  25. GreenmareThursday, April 08, 2010

    yes of course!! and we want to see them in person, so just wait right there while all your followers (stalkers) come right over for the grand tour!!

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  26. JenniferThursday, April 08, 2010

    Gorgeous! I love what you did.

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