Archive for June, 2009
Jun
30
Now more than ever, it is important to focus on products that are manufactured in America. The production of light fixtures in America not only supports the growth of our economy, but also results in unique and beautiful fixtures. We offer a large selection of lighting fixtures made in America, including handmade copper outdoor lights, handblown artglass pendants and ceiling fixtures made of natural, eco-friendly materials, just to name a few. These products are unmatched in quality and are individually crafted by highly skilled artisans who are dedicated to creating quality products and unique designs. We work with these artists to create exclusive and often one-of-a-kind lighting fixtures that you can only find at Shades of Light!
Our double cube brass lantern was designed by us and made exclusively for us by metal craftsmen. It provides a timeless design with an updated twist for a foyer or kitchen!
Double Cube Brass Lantern- 2 Finishes
Our Vortex Pendants are handblown by local glass blowers forming a unique design on each and every pendant. They make a unique statement when paired together over a kitchen island or other task oriented area!
Vortex Pendant 96″ – 4 colors
Our Wrought Iron Vine and Leaves Chandelier is hand forged in America and features hand applied rustic finishes and a unique design, inspired by nature!
Vine and Leaves Chandelier
Our Richmond outdoor Wall Lantern has been a longstanding customer favorite. It is crafted from real copper by local metal craftsmen just for us!
Richmond Outdoor Light
Tags: American Made, American Made Lighting, American Made Products, Hand Made in America, Latest Trends, Light fixtures made in USA, lighting, Made in America, Made in the USA, Outdoor Living, Products Made in USA
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Jun
25
There are so many trends in home decorating right now! Our favorites are still pulling strong.
Stripes! Stripe Rugs are great for 2009!
Stripes give a wonderful nautical feel to any room.
Chic Indoor Outdoor Stripe Rugs: 6 Colors Available
Anchor’s Away Pin Stripe Braid Rug: 3 Colors Available, Trendsational Stripe Rugs
Antique Reproductions!
Our Antique Reproduction Oushaks area rugs are influenced by Persian designs. They are double hand-knotted of lustrous wool, creating an extra thick pile. A new process give an antiquing effect to the finished rug. They complete the decor in a formal or casual space. Finish or start off your space with one of our Antique Reproduction Rugs!
Vibrant Oushak Rug,
Antique Reproduction Washed Green Oushak Rug, Antique Reproduction Green & Peach Oushak Rug
Indoor Outdoor!
Great for indoors, or create your outdoor sanctuary. Our indoor/outdoor rugs are easy to clean and look great under a covered porch!
Paula Deen Indoor/Outdoor Rug: 2 Colors Available
Indoor/Outdoor Braids Rug: 4 Colors Available, Vera Bradley Indoor/Outdoor Rug
Tags: Antique Oushak, Antique Reproduction Rugs, antiques, antiwue oushak area rug, casual rug, hand -knotted rug, Indoor/Outdoor rug, Latest Trends, Nautical Rug, Outdoor Living, Porch Rug, rugs, Stripe Rug, Trends
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Jun
23
2009 is the year of natural and organic when it comes to home lighting design. Organic updates to make our home a peaceful and enjoyable place to be.
From rustic materials, such as twigs and branches to natural coastal elements such as shells and mother of pearl, all things nature are becoming very popular design elements. Some of our favorite pieces combine these natural elements with smart design and beautiful style to make them perfect choices for creating a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere in your home.
Natural Bamboo Table Lamp, Mother of Pearl Bath Light
Crisp, clean colors are an easy way to add understated luxury to your home.
White is a huge color trend right now, along with soft, neutral tones that create a peaceful and tranquil environment in your home. Adding a neutral chandelier or crisp white table lamp is an easy way to update your home décor without changing your whole color scheme.
Grasscloth Italian Quadrate Chandelier
Studded Ceramic Table Lamp, White Architectural Sconce
Urban Living and Updated Traditional has continued to gain presence as a design trend in home décor and lighting design.
Lighting that combines traditional finishes and design with modern twists is a great way to update your look without redecorating your whole house!
Soho Chandelier- shown in antique brass
Modern Classic Sconce – shown in bronze, Urban Loft Ceiling Light
No matter what your design style may be, a great way to stay on top of trends and add updated style to your home is to add a new light fixture. We continue to add new items that are current and fresh, so be sure to check out our New and Exciting Lighting Items on our website!
Tags: Architectural, ceiling light, Ceiling Lighting, chandeliers, Contemporary Chandelier, Flush ceiling Light, Home Décor Trends, Home Lighting, Home Lighting Trends, Latest Trends, lighting, Modern Chandelier, pendant Light, rustic, sconces, table lamps, Trends in Lighting
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Jun
22
10 Easy Update Ideas for Your Kitchen
- Paint one wall a color. Or try a gradated color on the ceiling (going lighter towards the center).
- Change your pendants with larger hip pendants (or convert your recessed lights to pendants).
- Add a large shade over the chandelier above your eating table. Shop here.
- Add LED lighting above your cabinets. This will make a low ceiling seem higher.
- Add a rug. The new & improved “outdoor” rugs work really well in the kitchen because you can hose them off! They now look like tufted carpet!
- Add a bordered sisal rug and repeat the border fabric on your barstools!
- Recover your barstools in an updated fabric.
- Change your knobs (See Top Knobs Nouveau section here and here).
- Paint your outdated tile backsplash with epoxy paints in a random checkerboard pattern in various hues of the same color interspersed with a neutral (gray, white, beige, etc.). Here’s how!
- Replace your center ceiling light with monorail track. This allows for task and accent lighting on artwork, special cabinet and hood features, etc.
Tags: easy kitchen updates, Indoor/Outdoor, Kitchen Ideas, lighting, monotrail track lighting, pendants, rugs, Sisal Rugs
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Jun
18
Our extensive collection of indoor outdoor area rugs ranges from braided rugs in stripes, solids and decorative designs to hooked rugs in an indoor outdoor polypropylene. Designs include floral, botanical, damask, palm leaves, garden, Italian ironwork and flower patterns. Colors include black, white, red, royal blue, navy blue, brown, green, yellow, khaki, taupe and a patriotic red, white and blue! Size ranges include rectangle, rounds, squares and runners. These are great rugs for kitchens and bathrooms, high traffic areas, porches, Florida rooms and kid’s playrooms. Easy clean, high performance rugs can be cleaned with an outdoor hose! These mildew resistant rugs work great outdoors (in a covered area or where there is good drainage for water runoff.)
Anchor’s Away Pin Stripe Braid Rug: 3 Colors Available
Vera Bradley Indoor/Outdoor Rug
Indoor/Outdoor Canvas Border Rugs: 9 Colors Available
Check out our complete collection here.
Tags: bath rugs, bathroom rugs, Indoor/Outdoor Rugs, kids room rugs, kitchen rugs, outdoor rugs, outdor sisal rugs, paula deen rugs, playroom rugs, rugs, sunbrella outdoor rugs, Vera Bradley Rugs
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Jun
16
Outdoor lighting is important for safety and is also a practical way to add instant curb appeal to your home!
Where you live, your design style and how much time you spend in your outdoor living space are all important factors when considering outdoor lighting choices for your home.
Our unique and functional lighting assortment offers many different ways to create your very own outdoor oasis, right outside your front door!
The most commonly used type of outdoor lighting is Outdoor Wall Lanterns. Our exclusive, handmade Copper Outdoor Lights are among our customer favorites.
Richmond Outdoor Light
***Remember this handy tip when selecting a new Outdoor Wall Light to hang beside a door: to choose the correct size outdoor wall lantern view our “Outdoor Lighting Solutions” section here. When hanging a pair on either side of a door or entryway, the scale can be slightly smaller.
Visit our Outdoor Wall Lantern section on our website, where we have choices for every design style.
Hanging Outdoor Lanterns are a great way to add a brilliant focal point to an entryway or porch area and are not only great for outdoor use, but make unique indoor fixtures as well!
Superior Moravian Star Hanging Light – Damp Location
Check out our collection of Outdoor Hanging Lanterns here.
Outdoor Ceiling Lights are another great source of light for porches with low ceilings or outdoor spaces where space is limited or no wall space is available. Our Nautical Outdoor Ceiling Lights are great for homes with a beach theme!
Nantucket Ceiling Light
For other unique Outdoor Ceiling Light styles, see more on our website.
We all want to do our part to save energy and be environmentally conscious and Energy Star Outdoor lighting is a smart way to start!
Energy Star Santa Barbara Outdoor Light – Small
See more of our Energy Star Outdoor Lighting options here.
Please visit our Outdoor Lighting Section on our website to discover more fabulous and functional Outdoor Lighting!
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Jun
02
There’s just something about the beach that makes us feel good! The good news is, you don’t have to live at the beach to appreciate nautical home décor. Of course, you can’t go wrong with typical nautical motifs and colors, but this summer we’re all about nature-inspired nautical lamps and rugs to decorate our homes!
Comforts of the coast such as seashells, sand, driftwood and coral bring a feeling of calm to our home that makes us feel like we’re on vacation! We also like incorporating classic elements, such as brass and wood that focus on clean and easy living and will last for seasons to come. Lighting is a functional way to help you capture the coast, no matter where you live and at Shades of Light the nautical lighting is always in style, so break out the sunglasses and big floppy hat, we’re headed to the beach! From rope-trimmed lampshades to colorful coral and beach chairs, our coastal table lamps will light up your home!
Check out some of our favorite nautical lighting products below…
Coral Craze
Coral Table Lamp
Coral Branch Cotton Chandelier Shade
Ship Shape
Antique Ships Wheel Chandelier
Captain’s Ceiling Light
Seashell Chic
Shell Pendant
Fillable Glass Table Lamp
Pretty in Pearl
Mother of Pearl Table Lamp
Mother of Pearl Disk Ceiling Light
Out of the Woods
Tuscan Wood Chandelier
Driftwood Cluster Table Lamp
Tags: Beach, beach chandelier, beach décor, beach décor accessories, beach decorations, beach home accessories, beach home décor, beach lamp, beach lighting, beach theme décor, beach themed lighting, boat décor, boat home décor, coastal chandelier, coastal décor, coastal decorations, coastal lighting, coral, coral décor, coral lamp, coral lighting, driftwood, driftwood chandelier, driftwood décor, driftwood lamp, driftwood lighting, Latest Trends, lighting, mother of pearl, mother of pearl flush mount, mother of pearl lamp, mother of pearl lighting, natural chandelier, natural home decor, natural lamp, natural lighting, nautical, nautical accessories, nautical décor, nautical decoration, nautical decorations, nautical designs, nautical home décor, nautical lamps, nautical lighting, nautical style, nautical theme, nautical wood, Seashell, Seashell décor, Seashell lighing, seashell pendant, shell décor, shell lamp, shell light pendant, ship, ship decor, ship design, ship wheel chandelier, ship wheel lighting, tropical chandelier, tropical décor, tropical lamps, Tropical Lighting, wood chandelier
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