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From "ick" to "slick"...Sconce Rescue

September 18th, 2008 in member junk     
ALVN ALVN of WhisperWood Cottage, contributor
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AFTER...slick!
BEFORE...ick!
AFTER...slick!

AFTER...slick!
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I found these two outdoor sconces under a table at a garage sale...covered in grime, with broken glass and missing parts. My junker's instinct took hold and said, "Here's a diamond in the rough." So, I removed the tops, removed the glass, gave both a good scrubbing, reassembled them without the glass, and added some votives. Voila! Two fall/Halloween-inspired lanterns. Great for a tablescape or hung from a hook in the entry or on the porch to welcome trick-or-treaters (careful with the flame, of course!).


Pattern or design used: My own design - ALVN of WhisperWood Cottage
posted in: member junk, metal, seasonal, cottage, centerpiece, industrial, candle holder, outdoor spaces, black, entry, dining room, light fixture
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Comments (4)

suewhitney writes: Very nice...wonderful for Halloween. Thanks for sharing your idea. I also enjoyed the title!

Take care,
Sue Posted: 9:00 am on September 20th
MimiToria writes: You are braver than I would of been. I would of passed them by, and lost out on a great value. You have turned something dirty and grimey to a great addition to outdoor decorating. Good eye girl! Posted: 11:24 am on September 19th
CottageElements writes: Love the title, Amy! Who would have thunk they would turn out so cool when looking at the before picture. Trying to get a hold of you 'bout next weekend. Can you e-mail me?

Lani Posted: 9:28 am on September 19th
Countryinthecity writes: Good eye! These are great as is and they can easily be changed out for the seasons. Way to go! Sue Posted: 8:47 pm on September 18th
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