Friday, October 8, 2010

BREAKING THE RULES...

I found this sweet lamp stand at a Garage sale this summer and just never could decide on the right shade for it...Then I remembered picking up this shade skeleton for another project and sat that on top....of course one thing leads to another....
This little pink hat was just perfect.....
Who says you can't have two lamps on a table?...




The trick is to use PINK lightbulbs....
Gives a dreamy glow to the room....I'm all about the dreamy.






Fun to think outside the box...and break a few rules!
Happy Friday sweeties!



Posted by KATHY @ Sweet Up-North Mornings...

23 comments:

  1. La Table De NanaOctober 8, 2010 at 10:08 AM

    There are NO rules.. Except the Pretty Rule..

    And you have that down pat..:)

    Cute cute cute!!

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  2. Sherri B.October 8, 2010 at 10:31 AM

    Pink lightbulbs, you are 'brilliant'!

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  3. xinexOctober 8, 2010 at 11:13 AM

    What a great idea! It looks very nice too...Christine

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  4. Tracey McBride ~ Frugal Luxuries®October 8, 2010 at 11:17 AM

    I agree with Monique/la table de nana...she says it best "there are no rules except THE PRETTY rule"...and this is so pretty and clever Kathy!
    Love,
    Tracey
    x0x

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  5. Marguerite (Tina) Smith HartOctober 8, 2010 at 12:12 PM

    I love it Kathy, it is so romantic and feminine. Great idea!
    Thanks also for stopping by my blog and leaving the lovely comment!
    Have a wonderful weekend...
    Tina xo

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  6. It's meOctober 8, 2010 at 2:14 PM

    Happy weekend darling......love Ria....

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  7. Kathy@ Gone NorthOctober 8, 2010 at 3:26 PM

    Just TOO CUTE!! ( I noticed it before.. :)
    & VERY creative....
    A perfect "Up-North" weekend. Trusting that you will enjoy it. The drive up was unbelievable with color.
    ( I will be making a stop at our favorite store in Manistee :)

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  8. Sissie's Shabby CottageOctober 8, 2010 at 3:34 PM

    Hi Kathy,
    That hat lampshade is perfect. I love it. Hey, I say put as many lamps as you want on the table!

    hugs
    Sissie

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  9. Blondie's JournalOctober 8, 2010 at 5:05 PM

    Very pretty, Kathy...you have that magic touch!

    XO,
    Janie

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  10. Ms Bingles Vintage ChristmasOctober 8, 2010 at 5:17 PM

    Wow... Cute, cute!
    Hats off to you!
    Have a terrific weekend!
    Leticia

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  11. MariOctober 8, 2010 at 7:28 PM

    HELLO KATHY,

    LET ME START BY SAYING THANKS FOR DROPPING BY MY BLOG AND LEAVING ME A SWEET COMMENT, AND OHHH YES WE ARE SO GOING TO GET ALONG :) I SAY THE MORE LAMPS THE MERRIER...HAHA LOVE THE HAT TURNED LAMP SHADE TOO DARN CUTE :)
    SO NICE TO MEET YOU AND ILL BE BACK OFTEN :)

    XOX~MARI

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  12. Celestina MarieOctober 8, 2010 at 7:43 PM

    Hi Kathy,
    Oh I love it all and that lamp with the hat shade is so pretty. I say, cluster lamps together. It's all good right? I just love your blog and all the pretty treasures here.
    So enjoyed my visit and thank you for stopping by and your kind words and following.
    I am a happy follower here now too.
    You are so talented. Happy Creating.
    Have a great weekend.
    Hugs, Celestina Marie

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  13. Celestina MarieOctober 8, 2010 at 7:51 PM

    Hi again Kathy,
    I forgot to say, I am originally from Dearborn, Michigan, born and raised. We moved away in 1979. It's a small world. I know where Cadillac is too. All our family still live there and we get back at least once a year.
    Hugs, Celestina Marie

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  14. Kathleen GraceOctober 9, 2010 at 5:03 AM

    I noticed that cute lamp in your last post and thought to myself, "darn, how cute is that lamp with a hat on it?" Rules are meant to be broken!

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  15. UnknownOctober 9, 2010 at 12:58 PM

    Kathy,
    I love this, and all your photographs are so pretty! Your home looks warm, cozy and inviting.
    Mary

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  16. DebbieOctober 9, 2010 at 3:49 PM

    Hi Sweet Kathy....your lamp is adorable!!
    I had to stop in and catch up on your posts.
    Loving your decorations for Fall. The EEEK sign is just too cute.
    Looks like you are keeping busy.
    Hugs to you and Dave.
    Debbie@houseatthelake

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  17. TerrellOctober 9, 2010 at 9:03 PM

    I couldn't agree more, sweets! I am so excited to be following you back and so glad we found each others blogs! can't wait to see what you have in store next! Hugs to you!
    ~Terrell @ Frou Frou Decor~

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  18. Carrie @ Cottage CozyOctober 9, 2010 at 11:10 PM

    ...and if there are rules we can break them! That looks lovely!

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  19. STILLMAGNOLIAOctober 10, 2010 at 6:08 AM

    I love the pink lightbulbs. It does give it such a dreamy look. Loved your post on the vacation too. I grew up in South Florida and learned to surf at Satellite Beach and am married to a Civil War buff...Charleston, Tybee, and Savannah are three of my favorite places to visit.

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  20. Cher' ShotsOctober 10, 2010 at 11:16 AM

    I love your style ~ your home is dreamy. Cool lamp idea. Our home is more of the eclectic country, but it fits our needs. Not only do we have our state in common, but I'm also a thrift and garage sale junkie. I love taking old and referbishing it - giving it a whole new life. Thanks for visiting my blog.

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  21. myletterstoemilyOctober 10, 2010 at 11:39 AM

    i have never heard of a hat shade or two lamps
    on a table and LOVE how creative you are.

    i'm glad dave is doing well and will be praying
    about the fine tuning of treatment.

    blessings,
    lea

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  22. Tales From My Empty NestOctober 10, 2010 at 10:20 PM

    I am convinced that there are not decorating rules. It is whatever makes you "HAPPY"!!! I love the little lamp with the hat for a shade. So cute!!! Love & blessings from NC!

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  23. {Bellamere Cottage}October 12, 2010 at 1:04 AM

    Yep, I agree... If one lamp is good a friend for it is even betta! And, dreammmmmy it is!

    Huggies,
    Spencer

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Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with me...I am always encouraged by your kind expressions and thoughtful comments....Know that you are loved....xoxo Kathy.

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