China, Doors and the $1,000 Chandelier

I had no idea what a Capiz Shell Chandelier was until after I purchased "Lady" (previous post). It was a craigslist find. I'm pretty up to speed with designer labels. For clothes, shoes, handbags and cars, that is. I have never bought a chandelier. Until now. So, I had no idea "Lady" happens to be a very expensive chandelier. Go figure. I just thought it was so pretty. It wasn't until after I picked her up and a friend text me asking me if I had any idea what I had bought. Why of course. A very pretty chandelier for my studio. Pretty, alright! I snagged a $1,000 chandelier for $40. Talk about a bargain! Either one or two things. The man who sold it has no idea how much it's worth or is a complete moron for letting me walk away with such a beauty for nothing. Either way, he's not very smart. 

I walked away with "Lady" and found "Victoria". 

This is definitely not as expensive, but I'm loving it! As soon as my mom and I picked up "Lady", we visited a local craft store and look what was waiting for me. A hanging candelabra chandelier, channeling a very cool shabby chic look. I'm thinking deep cranberry candles for this lil' beauty. My plans for this piece is right in the middle of my studio, hanging fairly low, but not low enough, where people are beheaded by it. I'm not too worried about myself, considering I'm 5'2. I'm in the process of looking for a round coffee table, which the color of choice has yet to be decided. A little something like this...

I'm not too fond of how it folds down, but a solid piece would be awesome. My plan is to have a vase of fresh flowers, fashion magazines and a couple old books. On days I'm expecting visitors or clientele, I figure a glass pitcher of water with mint leaves or orange slices would be nice. And "Victoria" will hang prettily above.

I posted a picture of the birdcage I found on craigslist in a previous post, but unfortunately it didn't work out. It just wasn't what I was expecting. I was bummed about this and finding an antique, shabby chic looking birdcage is a bit difficult. Until I found this...

I can't think of anything prettier. I'm still contemplating where I'll be using this. I'd like to hang it from the ceiling or even on a hook from the side of the wall. Still playing around with ideas. 

My last find of the day was seriously the best find I have ever found (that's alot of "finds" in the same sentence). I have always wanted this particular piece, but didn't feel like making my own and had no clue where to begin searching for one. And of course, it's usually when you're not expecting it, it's there. And so, that's how I found this magnificent, fabulous and incredible piece.

I still squeal when I see it! The totally awesome thing about this piece is it's an old door imported from China. I found it a little neat, considering my dad does alot of missionary work in China and I live in a city where Chinese is the majority. I'm thinking this will look darling against the "bridal rose" wall. What's even more awesome is I can take this with me on trunk shows and shows. It's fairly lightweight and it does wonders for a display.

My new finds. I pick up a few more tomorrow and I'm still in a big search for more cabinets, even dressers. We still haven't had a chance to start painting. Ahhh. Let's hope we can get this underway within the next two days. January 15th is approaching quickly. 

Until next post, enjoy!

xoxo

Charity @ Dainty Button