Hey Guys, we’ve been busy finishing up our projects for the master bedroom. Today we are sharing how we updated a chandelier that we found on Facebook Marketplace. But, before we dive into that, a special shout out and welcome to all of our new followers this week. We love new friends, please give us a Hi in our comment section and be sure to sign up for our weekly newsletter so you don’t miss any of our latest projects. We always love to share what we have been working on during the week.

I don’t know about you, but do you get flack from your significant other about little tweaks that need to be made? For example, the light fixture in Stephanie’s master bedroom was not centered on the Bed or the Board and Batten Wall. The light fixturewas a builder’s grade boob light, which we knew had to replaced with a fabulous chandelier. 😍 We also knew that once the chandelier was hung it would stick out like a sore thumb if it wasn’t centered on the bed and wall. After some coaxing we got my hubby, Steve to help us. We knew that is would involve going up into the attic to relocate the electrical box and Steph’s hubby was not going to do it. So, we just arranged to do it while he was out of town.😉 Isn’t that what you would do? He really didn’t mind, he just didn’t want to do it.

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hole in the ceiling from adding electrical box

So with some encouragement, Steve got up into the attic and cut a new hole and installed a new electrical box for this fabulous chandelier. The arrow is pointed to the saw blade cutting the hole from inside the attic. If you’re wondering how we repaired that hole in the ceiling, click here.

inspiration for orb light

This was the chandelier that Steph had been eyeing on Wayfair. It was on sale for only $380! But, as luck would have it she saw this exact chandelier on Facebook MarketPlace. She dropped everything and ran to get it. It was only $40! Yes, you read right, $40! What a bargain!

holding up new orb light

Now this chandelier is heavy! We needed to stand on the bed to install the chandelierand with Steph’s bum ankle that left it up to me to hold it up while Steve attached the wires and hung it up. Look at the sacrifices I make for my daughter. 😉

installed light fixture without rope

Finally it was hung and we ❤️LOVED ❤️ it!  The aged finish and coloring was just what Steph was looking for.

light fixture hanging

After the light was hanging for a bit, Steph decided she wanted to add a little coastal style to it. Now this would have been so much easier 🤪 if it was done before the light was hung, but you know the coaxing we had to do to get it hung in the first place and how heavy it was, we were not taking it down to add the jute.

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jute
jute

Steph picked up this chunky jute at Hobby Lobby. It is about 1/4″-3/8″ in diameter.

starting to wrap jute around light
starting to wrap jute around light

We began at the top of the center rod, using a hot glue gun we began to secure the juteto the rod. We first glued down a 1/2″ tail and began to glue and wrap the jute around, covering the tail piece. 

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wrapping light with jute
wrapping light with jute

We continued to glue and wrap covering the entire center pole.

jute around light
hot gluing jute on the light

Using the same method we continued to glue and wrap the arms of the chandelier. We did take turns doing this, it was hard balancing on the mattress and having our arms up in the air for so long. 😅

almost done wrapping jute around light

Once all of the arms of the chandelier were covered, we began to cover the center piece where all of the arms connect. On this section we began at the lower edge, hiding the tail as we continued to glue and wrap.

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finished light with jute wrapped around it

Steph chose to leave some of the chippy, rusty black elements of the chandeliershowing. She really wanted that aged look. This project took us less than an hour and it took one full spool of jute and about and additional 5 feet. She bought 2 just incase. It really is an easy project and would be even easier if it was done before installation! 🤣

Another great way to update any light fixture is with paint.

One of my favorites is a pair of large vintage brass lamps that we transformed with spray paint and wax!

close up of finished light with jute
finished light with jute wrapped around it

Isn’t it beautiful? Embellishing it with the jute gave it that relaxed coastal vibe, just what Steph was going for.

light fixture hanging

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I have always had a passion for transforming spaces and creating organized, functional homes. Even as a child, I loved rearranging furniture and decorating my childhood home. In fact my dad would comment he was afraid to come home from work and sit, for fear the furniture would be rearranged. I enjoy the challenge of turning ordinary items into extraordinary pieces, whether it’s a piece of furniture or an entire room. My creativity and attention to detail drive me to find unique ways to breathe new life into any space.

As a wife (to a supportive and patient husband, Steve), mother of three, and grandmother of five, I balance my love for home improvement with family life. I enjoy spending time outdoors, hiking, and exploring nature. I also frequent yard sales, thrift stores, and vintage markets, always on the lookout for my next project.

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