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7.21.2011

Speaking of Pendants...

I have been loving the look of wicker pendants lately.

My love affair started with this gorgeous dining room in June's issue of House Beautiful.

Isn't this room perfection?

I am in love with the contrast of dark against light, and the natural textures of the woven
materials in the lighting and on the chairs...it is refined, yet casual all at the same time.

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My love affair has grown since I first saw the image above, so I started searching for more inspiration on pinterest and fell deeper and deeper...








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Can you blame me?

So I went on the hunt and found some great options...



Recognize this from the photo above?


Ikea, Leran pendant, $39.99




Ikea, Boja pendant, $59.99




CSN stores, Royce pendant, $72.77



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Design Sponge even has a tutorial on how to DIY your own!

If only I had a place to put it....hmmm...


If you missed it Monday, I am hosting a mix and mingle linky party
on the blog this week. There are a lot of great blogs linked up... to join in the fun click here.


Now head on over and check out Michelle's blog, Chic Little Things.
I just finished the install on her new look last night.

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  1. Jenna LeeJuly 21, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    I think the first one really gets it right. I love the lighting but the chairs arent always the most comfortable. Beautiful picks!

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  2. jandjhomeJuly 21, 2011 at 6:26 AM

    They are pretty and the images you found are great.

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  3. KatJuly 21, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    I thought about doing a DIY one of these but alas, I've run out of places to put it! Do you have that same problem??

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  4. KatieJuly 21, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Great photos! I've been loving them too and have pinned the DIY Design Sponge one. I also have a vision of a bee skep pendant that I just can't get out of my head. Of course when I went back to the antique store to buy it (the bee skep), it was gone...

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  5. classic • casual • homeJuly 21, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    We used two of the Leran pendants in my daughters Lower Eastside apt. bedroom...very fresh and organic appeal.

    Wow, Elizabeth another great blog design!

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  6. ValerieJuly 21, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    I have been eyeing the Boja for months! I think it would look fantastic over my dining room table. The Leran is beautiful too.

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  7. A Delightful DesignJuly 21, 2011 at 10:51 AM

    I bought the large ikea pendant for my son's bedroom but my husband isn't sold on it yet. Sigh...

    I just love the way they look! They add an organic feel and the texture is fab.

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  8. EAKaHouseJuly 21, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    I like the look but I'm not sure I'm loving them paired with lots of other wicker.

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  9. KathysueJuly 21, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    Love the basket weave pendants from Ikea they have a fresh look to them and they are a great piece at an even better price!I love Ikea!!!
    Great blog design, love how well you do a graphic look,Kathysue

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  10. LilyJuly 21, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Love this look ! Really love the first image.

    xxLily
    goldandgray.com

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  11. Michelle Montgomery@Chic Little ThingsJuly 21, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Thanks Elizabeth, I absolutely ADORE the design you did for my blog and I am getting great responses from it!

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  12. birdie to beJuly 21, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    I love the first ones. What a great idea!

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  13. MeganJuly 21, 2011 at 3:35 PM

    Well placed wicker is always a favorite look for me... I wonder if these would also look good in a glossy, colorful finish?

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  14. HeidiopiaJuly 21, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Great post, Elizabeth! I dogearred the same page in my mag-- great minds. :) Leave it to Ikea to churn out a winning look at a killer price. :)
    Bloggy Boot Camp here in ATL in October-- we'll have to compare notes! :)
    Heidi @ Show Some Decor

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  15. hollyGJuly 21, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    I was just looking at the HB image today as well. I love these fixtures and the texture that they bring to a room.

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  16. Tiffany @ {Living Savvy}July 21, 2011 at 8:37 PM

    I have had the second image in my design file for a super long time... like way before pintrest!! Loving the wicker too! Great sourcing for affordable options!

    Tiffany

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  17. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful}July 21, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    Her blog looks *FABULOUS*!!! Of course (c; And I agree, those pendants just have a whole different feel to them and can really spice up a space...

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  18. Katie @Pinke PostJuly 21, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    My only thing about the wicker pendants is would they get really dusty? Love them though. I'm a new follower via Katie's On the Banks blog and love your style!

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  19. SHERRY HARTJuly 22, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    Love the Ikea Leran pendant. I have used it numerous times and even painted it! Those first 2 images are fabulous!!!

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  20. Cathy WallJuly 22, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    I have been enamored with those wicker pendants so this is a fabulous round up, thanks for sharing!
    Cathy

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