This is the project I did for last week’s One Month To Win It challenge. It gave me so many problems that I almost included a “rest in peace” wreath when I sent it off to the judges.
Shockingly, this project won for the week. (In spite of my son telling me it looked like a blue alien that might try to grab him…)
May I just start off by saying that I normally don’t have a tablecloth hanging from my patio cover, but I could not get my “Outdoor Craft” to show up in photos without creating a blank background of some kind.
That being said, I made a Blue Twig Chandelier. As the weather gets warmer, it’s nice to be able to hang out on the patio, host brunches, etc. I like to pair the whimsical with the traditional when it comes to setting a table, so here we are.Gathering up sticks and branches, I spray painted them with Rustoleum’s Lagoon blue. When dry, I used 28 gauge wire and hot glue to make a base with the larger branches, then began to layer on the sticks. Once I had a shape that I liked, (and got the darn thing level) I wired on votive cups and used Hubby’s fishing line to hang little beads.
(Note to self: return his reel to the tackle box…)
I knew I wanted to do a chandelier for my challenge. I started several different chandys but couldn’t get it right. Once I got “blue sticks” in my head I couldn’t get them out. While this isn’t photographing very well, it does look pretty cool. (Also, because it took me so long to complete this, I wasn’t able to get a photo of it with the candles lit. Sorry.)
And seriously: you do believe me when I say there usually isn’t a tablecloth hanging there, right? Right…?
Please head over to One Month To Win It to vote on the final challenge: Repurposing an article of clothing or an accessory.
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I loved your chandelier. I can only imagine how much trouble it gave you.
Hey Viv, I;m your newest follower. Iheart the chandelier. Love the color,too. Cheers
I knew it! It really was the most appealing and creative project. Congrats on staying in the contest ๐
I love it. And I think the color is what really makes it. Really beautiful. Off to vote!
Congrats on final 3!! ๐ Gorgeous blue! ๐
I love the chandelier! It is so pretty. Great idea on using the tablecloth to get a good picture.
Have a great week!
Pam
The fact that you came up with such a unique idea says a lot and I think it turned out great!! I always start to make something and think it looks like death and wish I never even photographed it– but there’s someone out there who will love it.. and this goes to show… you have more talent than you thought!! Looks like something out of a wedding magazine to me… off to go vote!! ๐ good luck!
YEAH!!! Congrats!!! Love it!
xoxox
Kelly
How gorgeous is that!!! And the votive holders… perfection ๐
So Great! Awesome job, I LOVE the blue that you chose!
The blue looks wonderful with the white back drop, sweet idea!
Loved it, voted for it. Very pretty. I don’t have any trees near my house where I could hang it from and my patio isn’t covered.
Very cool! I think the blue was a fantastic choice. Found you @ All Things Fee
This is so beautiful! You really have quite the talent!
I think this one of the coolest twig projects I have seen. I LOVE the blue! I can see lots of happy summer parties out there. Enjoy!
This is one of the coolest projects we’ve ever seen. Amazing job! Thank you so much for using Rust-Oleum to create such a creative chandelier ๐
We love it so much, we just featured it on our Paint Ideas Facebook page as the project of the day.
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– Rust-Oleum Scott
I love it!!! And you added beads!? wow. So detailed and pretty and yet with a cool/modern flair to it! ๐
That looks great! I’m thinking of making one for my patio…but I’m afraid the squirrels will think it’s a swing for them to play on.
I thought that white sheet was a movie screen.
Hey you! I was looking for your e-mail but no cigar..
I was wondering if you wanna blog swap or guest post?
xoox Kelly
http://runwithglitter.blogspot.com/
Congrats…it’s TERRIFIC your chandalier! So ingenious, just great! Love it…what a job!
Have a nice week.
FABBY
Wow! That LOOKS like it would do someone in! My hubby just rolls his eyes when I describe all of the ‘ideas’ rolling around in my head because he (like me) is wondering HOW they’ll really turn out! THIS is amazing and no matter how trying it was to create – it is stunning!
I love it! It is so cute.
Benita
Ummm…you could sell those! That is awesome! I absolutely love it, and want one for myself. Great job as always!
Thanks for linking it up to my Making the World Cuter Monday-you are a rockstar!
hugs-
Tiff
OMgosh so creative.
woah, very cool looking!! ๐
Oh, this is so cool! Beautiful job.
I LOVE it!!! It makes such a great statement!
I like the big blue alien! Very creative idea. Im glad you didn’t give up on it
I knew it!! Looks great. Good luck in the final round!!
I love this! This is definitely going on my to-do list. ๐
Saw this on one month to win it! Absolutely stunning! I would love to have you link up at my party!
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This is gorgeous! I love the color!
This is really such a cool idea!! I LOVE the blue! I sure hope it doesn’t turn into an alien and grab any of you lol! I think its to pretty to turn into an alien! Thank you for linking up to my first link party! =)
I knew it was yours.. and I voted for it .. I feel special ๐
and it has inspired me to think about my own for my outdoor dining area that I am suppose to be doing ( keeping losing my mojo for this project) .. I have atad concern about fire saftey so might use the little faux ( so much nicer than fake) tea lights or candles… still pondering.. Thanks for the inspiration!
Maddie- already voted this week too ๐
You did an awesome job!That aqua color with the crystals is amazing. Iโm your newest follower from Creative Bloggers Hop. Please follow http://sweetcalifornialiving.blogspot.com/
Wow, this is so creative & fun. The bold blue color really makes it. AND thanks for being honest when a project is difficult–it makes us all feel human when we think of projects that weren’t easy!
Warmly, Michelle
This is gorgeous – what a fun, creative idea!! ~Lori
I have to comment a second time because I see a STICK theme going on! – I collect sticks and I have only found one other person who collects them like I do… I’m going to have to follow your blog for all your great uses for sticks! ๐ ~Lori
I think it looks great! Love the shade of blue too.
Perfect outdoor chandelier for outdoor entertaining! Beautiful! Marcia
I love the blue chandy!! I think it looks wonderful in your outdoor living space! It will be so pretty at night all lit up!
Thanks so much for linking up to Terrific Under Ten!
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very cool, looks great. thanks for sharing this at my party!
That’s a great blue color! Love it.
Such a perfect chandelier for an outside space! Nothing good comes easy… obviously! ๐
xo,
Sena
I think this is so cool! My neighbor has a tree that hangs perfectly above her outdoor dining table and she hangs votives from it. I thought I’d have to plant a tree to copy the look, but I guess I can just gather some branches and create a chandelier! Thanks for the inspiration ๐
I think your chandelier looks amazing! ๐
That is beautiful! Great job!! Thanks for linking! ๐
This kind of chandelier is the IN thing right now ๐ Great job! Really appreciate you sharing this great post with us at the Creative Bloggers’ Party & Hop.
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I love it! I just finished painting a big branch and putting it in my living room and it also gave me a TON of trouble!
http://decoratingdiy.blogspot.com/2011/04/its-bird-its-plane-its-abranch.html
Kristen
Turning a House into a Home
Vivienne you are so hilarious! I love that you wanted to put a “rest in peace” sign on it but I think it turned out just fabulous! I seriously cracked up about your son saying it looked like an alien though. ๐ Thanks so much for linking up another fantastic project to our Inspiration Friday party! We always love having you join in the fun!
Vanessa
i love how this turned out…the shade of blue is a perfect pop of color against the white decor you have…i was just out walking last night and saw some blown branches and now i can go gather them to make my own chandy…thanks for sharing at fridays unfolded!
alison
stuff and nonsense
Wow, this is great! I love the color. Super creative.
-Stephanie
henry ย happened
Wow, I love this! I love the blue and I love the idea. I’m so glad you didn’t give up on the project because it turned out beautifully.
You’re more than welcome to link up at the Sunburnt Cow link party.
Cheers,
Tracy All Thumbs Crafts
What a fun idea! I love the blue!
It looks amazing Viv!! I love it- the pop of color is gorgeous- what a great idea! Thanks for sharing at FNF! ๐
a blue alien?-that’s what you get for living in a house full of boys! ah ha HAH!!
love it! thanks for linkin up!! xoxo
I see why you won! Its FAB-U-LOUS!!! I’m so glad you linked it to the Tuesday To Do party! Can’t wait to see what lovely you post next!
smiles!
Jami
That is just so cool! I love the blue and I can’t imagine the work you put into it. Just fabulous!
That’s pretty darn amazing! I love the idea of using twigs like that, but the color is GORGEOUS!! I think it would have been really pretty left natural, or painted white, but that blue color REALLY takes it up a few notches, and takes it from pretty to WOW!!
I can see why it won – it’s super cute! Congratulations and thanks for sharing.
What a lovely idea! Natural, chic and funky!
Congratulations on your win!
OMG! This looks frickin’ A-MAZING!!! I usually change up our chandy for Christmas, but I have been wanting to change it for summer to something beachy… This may be just the inspiration I needed! Thanks for sharing!! I LOVE IT!
YOU ROCK GIRL!
xo Lynda
I love to incorporate twigs and branches in my decor. Your chandelier is just fabulous, natural and funky!
Now that’s being creative!
Brilliant!
You are so smart. What a great idea. Thanks for sharing it at WUW.
I’m featuring your chandelier this week at Thrifty Thursday! ๐
Its so pretty. I love the blue.
Love the chandelier Vivienne!! I featured you today – http://www.flamingotoes.com/2011/05/crush-of-the-week-think-pink-features-5/
Hope you have a fabulous weekend!
I love this idea! I can just see one in red hung on my porch. . .problem is I can also see my hubs rolling his eyes at me. He’s not quite as adventuresome as I am. . .
It’s gorgeous! I love it! Thank you so much for sharing in the DIY Project Parade! I’m including a link back in tomorrow’s highlights! ๐
Roeshel
Hey girl! The chandelier is taking over blogland!! Love it. Hope you are doing well. What crafts have you been up to this week???
WOW! This is amazing and super easy to make! I’d love if you’d link up to Sew Woodsy!
This is so unique and fabulous! Love it!
Well, I think it’s gorgeous and you always amaze me, and this is a chandi that I can(try to)make. Thanks Vivienne!
Great job Vivienne!
this is soooooo beautiful