The making of a light fixture.

You might be tired about reading about the shore kitchen by now but I wanted to answer some of the questions I received about the light fixture before I moved on to anything else.

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In case you missed it, Pickett Furniture created a custom light fixture for me after I couldn't seem to find the right thing. I departed from my usual bargain basement hunting and splurged on something very special for a few reasons. One, it was the centerpiece of the room. Two, it was a permanent choice - I won't be replacing it when we eventually renovate down the road. Three, it was something handmade by a craftsman rather than mass produced in a far off factory.


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A lot of work went into this fixture. First Jeremy took some of my suggestions and made a multitude of sketches until it was just right. (click here to see more on that) After making a couple of paint selections, he came to meet me to show me color and sheen samples. (The winner was Benjamin Moore Evening Dove if you are curious.) All the while Jeremy kept me updated with snapshots of the fixture coming together.

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Once Jeremy told us it was ready, I couldn't wait to get down there and see the finished product.

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His studio happens to have an amazing view of the Statue of Liberty so bonus.

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I have to tell you that having some completely custom made just for me was an incredibly fun experience. It was definitely more time consuming and expensive than picking something ready made but it was well worth it.

I hope that answers everyone's questions about how it went down. And I promise, no more of the shore kitchen until I finish those curtains!

9 comments:

  1. Julieann/CreateGirl9:14 AM

    Wow this is so cool and I love that it is one of a kind!!

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  2. Joisvezia5:09 PM

    That chandelier is lovely! : )

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  3. That is so very cool. I absolutely adore that fixture. It makes the room!

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  4. I love it! And what fun to have something so bestoke! :)

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  5. Janell Beals10:31 PM

    Now it makes sense, when you first showed it I commented that I had never seen anything quite like it, now I know why! An absolutely wonderful fixture! Janell

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  6. Megan {Honey We're Home}11:20 PM

    That light fixture is bananas- in a good way!!

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  7. What a gorgeous statement! I completely agree with you about the timeline and price point of custom-made being something unexpected but its refreshing to see someone going for it and having such a great experience. My husband builds custom furniture and its a constant battle having customers want/expect custom designed pieces for Ikea prices.

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  8. The light fixture is amazing! Definitely worth the time and expense!!

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  9. Maureen10:55 PM

    So unique and adds so much to the room..now get going so we can see the results of all your efforts!! ;D
    Maureen

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