"Did you get a new lamp?"

I've had to laugh because the last few times my sister-in-law has been over, she's asked, "Did you get a new lamp?"  I guess I change lamps about as often as I get my hair highlighted!  But since Home Goods sells lamps for about $40, it's hard not to indulge in a pair every so often.  But I REALLY like my new ones, so they may be here awhile.



We started with this lamp from Pottery Barn, but the glass lamp shade broke and I haven't been able to find a replacement.

So I replaced it with a light blue/aqua bubble-shaped lamp.

Then, after the drapes were hung and new pillows (Ikat from Crate & Barrel) were added, I swapped the blue lamps for silver, but wasn't crazy about the shape and they were too lightweight and I was afraid James would knock them off the table.

Enter new lamps!  Love the curves and how sturdy it is.  Also, the tan linen lampshade goes well with the drapes.

My new lamp reminds me of this one from Pottery Barn, which is $200, just for the base!

Do you find yourself switching out things like lamps and pillows too?

Great News, Good News, Bad News

Are you the type of person that likes to hear your good or bad news first?  I’d always choose the good news, that way, the bad news might not sound so bad.  But today, we’re going Great, Bad, Good to finish on a high note:)

Great News

The winner of the La Posh giveaway is

 

I was thinking that y’all are like me and would love to win one of those dresses- would sure put a spring in my step and get me looking forward to some warmer weather!  It’s also encouraging me to continue working out!  Thank you so much for entering and leaving your comments!  Elizabeth, please email me to hear how to claim your prize!

Bad News

We had an unfortunate incident with one of our living room lamps the other day.  James’ little friend tripped over the lamp cord and the lamp fell off the table, shattering the glass lampshade.  Thank God no one was hurt.

The lamp is from Pottery Barn but I don’t think they sell it anymore.  I’m not sure I can find a replacement shade.

Good News

Of course, the lamp incident required a trip to Home Goods to look for some new lamps (gotta see the silver lining!)  In fact, I’d been wanting some blue lamps for the living room anyway.  I spotted these right away for $49 and was sold. 

I like it so much better!  Now, I’m off to the fabric store (round 2) to pull some sample fabric for drapes!

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Do you know Brittany {Pretty Handy Girl}? I got to meet her at Blissdom and I’m so glad I did.  She is so talented and a really genuine person.  I previously posted about the closet-turned-reading nook she created for her son- AMAZING!!

She invited me to participate in her series

and my post will be up on Friday, February 11, 2011. 

Have a Great Weekend friends!