Bright Ideas

Because of the economic downturn, the Yogini has put me on a strict budget. That means no Whole Foods, suffering through $5/bottle wine, and lots of meals at home. It also means getting creative with home improvement projects. We've recently updated the lighting at the cabin and did it on a shoestring. Here are two of the fixtures we created.




Island Pendant
Mortar Tray — We found this at Lakewood a few years ago and thought it was fun and crusty enough to use at the cabin. It sat on above our cabinets, unused, until a few months ago...$45
Under Cabinet Light — from CSL...$32
Nickel Chain — Home Depot...$5
Electrical Conduit Pole — Home Depot...$4
Total Cost: $86




Bed Room Surface Mount
Old Aluminum Warehouse Pendant — We found this at Scott Antique Market and loved it. It was just the shell of the fixture with none of the electrical remaining. I like how beat-up the exterior is; the inside glass reflector was in pristine condition...$65
Lamp Kit — Home Depot...$4
Chrome Reflector Lamp — Light Bulbs Unlimited...$3
Total Cost: $72

I DARE anyone to call me a spendthrift!