No matter
the weather
my mood
a good hair day
a bad hair day
a sleepless night
or early morning....
My blogging
friends ~
YOU are MY
sunshine!
So, when
CSN Stores
contacted me
about whether
I'd like to
hold a giveaway
for a $60 CSN
gift card,
I didn't hesitate
one moment....
Yes, Please!
And,
I'm hoping
you will
help me,
with a
dilemma!
I have a design
decision to make
and clever readers
and designers
and artists
and creative-types
that you are,
I figured YOU
would be just
the ones
to
help.
I want to
replace a
pendant light
in our
powder room
with something
that you'd see
in a beach
house in
Kennebunkport.
{No, we don't live
in Maine, but I
love this area
and style!}
Our house is
a two-story brown
cedar-shingle style
with white trim
on the outside....
And sort of
English country
cottage on the
inside.....
Here are some
inspiration photos
from Kennebunkport:
And here is
the light to be
replaced:
And this is
where it
hangs:
How can
you help
and enter
the giveaway, too?
Simply click
to go to the
listing of CSN
Lighting's pendant
style fixtures.....
Then, come back
and leave me
a comment with
your suggestion
for my powder room!
Let me know
if you are
one of my
sweet followers
in a separate
comment.
If you
would like an
additional
chance to win,
post it
on your blog
and come back
to let me know!
{If you don't keep
a blog, please
leave me your
e-mail address.}
I'll use
random.com
to select a
winner {yay!}.
The contest ends
at midnight PST
on July 15th.
I can't wait
to see what you
think I should choose...
Thanks for shedding
some
{sun}light
on my choice!
Good luck!
Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead.
[images: flower, help & footprint: flickr ~click
for attribution; Kennebunkport homes: Google;
rest: P&H]
97 comments:
Hi Suzanne,
Well, there's a lot to choose from but I say the Kichler Meredith on pg. 9.
I, too, love the homes on the coast in Maine - they have a look and feel all their own. You have a good start with the shingles and your bathroom is beautiful - love the blue and white...very coastal.
Hope we're all of some help to you. :)
Sarah
I just found your blog and have been looking at several older post. Great Blog! You said coastal theme so I went and looked at CSN and I like the look of Kichler Seaside, brushed nickel or Kenroy Home Harbor brushed steel. They also come in other finishes. Good Luck!
hey honey ... you KNOW how much I love the thrill of the hunt!
Does the light have to be from CSN or could it be something wonderful ... like an old bucket( uh hum like what I just posted about )... hubby can make these and is very good at it!
let me know
I can see something techy or industrial ... what about an old funnel?
I have one with red paint on it
oh btw ...I'd love to win yoyr giveaway, but I'd just as soon rather find the perfect lighting!
Hi Suzanne, I like the Landmark Lighting schoolhouse pendant in chrome on page 13. This is simple and classic, just like seaside cottages. Please count me in for this giveaway!
You certainly spread sunshine wherever you go.
xo,
Anne
Love the images you posted, Suzanne! I'd love a home with a huge wrap~around porch! Your bathroom is cute and I think a seaside theme would be wonderful. I'm off to CSN to have a look and I'll comment back. I am a follower! {And I know I am not doing this in the right order...lol!}
xoxo
Janie
Do you know that there are over 11,000 pendant light?!! Wow...how can you make up your mind?! I was looking at the mini pendant lights as I thought you might have one on each side of the mirror and I like the Pacific Coast Lighting pendants in Bamboo, which could give you a bit of a seaside feel! Good luck shopping!
xoxo
Janie
We have very similar taste because my bathroom has white bead board half way up the wall with the exact same blue painted above. I like the Vaxcel Da Vinci Mini Pendant and the Kichler Seaside Indoor 1 Light Incandescent Olde Brick mini pendant.Good luck picking just the right fixture!
Hi Suzanne,
I narrowed it down so it would not be so overwhelming. Still had a hard time selecting but here are some options:
* Progress Lighting Melbourne Etched Glass Pendant in Expresso - P3606-84
* Kichler - 3431DBK - Pomeroy Three Light Pendant in Distressed Black
* Progress Lighting - P3814-77 - Cantata Pendant in Forged Bronze
It is so hard to choose. I have been looking for lighting for my home too. Not easy!
~ Tracy
I am a very happy follower!
~ Tracy
I posted about your giveaway on my sidebar with a link back to this post.
I love the homes of coastal Maine. Kennebunkport is one of the places I visit when I go up there to see my parents who live in Camden. It is such a beautiful state but I still prefer living here in Florida.
~ Tracy
Quite the dilemma.
The one I think that might look good is Kichler Raindrops Mini Pendant in Brushed Nickel
Oh dear...they have soooo many...I think you need something industrial ...got to page 9 and could not see one that jumped out at me...anthroplogie has amazing fixtures.
xoxoxo
I would be glad to help, as soon as I wipe the drool off of my keyboard! That bathroom is off the charts girl! I love it. Now I went to CSN and having over 11,000 pendant lights to choose from, I narrowed it down to.....zero. See? I'm a big help aren't I. LOL! I think something simple is in order here. Not too fussy. GOod luck!
xoxo,
Kim
I don't have the time right now but I will be back to try and help.
I don't know how the CSN store can have so many giveaways...I've been seeing them on so many blogs. I don't even know what CSN is...I guess I will find out when I try to help you:)
I asked my hubby the electrician for advice on this one. He works in old coastal homes all the time here in Maine. He said they usually have the old schoolhouse style pendants in them. The CSN site had a bunch of them, but the one I'm in love with is called Old Dominion and is from a site called schoolhouseelectric.com
Good luck,
~Elissa
Hi Suzanne, I like quite a few at the CSN site. My favorite for your room is Sebring One by Sea Gull Lighting. Gorgeous stainless steel with a nautical flair.
xo, Sherry
Hi Suzanne, I am a follower.
Hi Suzanne!
Well I just think of all of those pendants I like the Fresnel Lens Light!
Looks very beachy/Maine-ish to me!
What a FAB giveaway!
I would ADORE winning a gift card!
That would make my life so sweet...
just like YOU do!
Thanks Sweetpea!
And of course I FOLLOW you Sweet Girl! xo
Wow Suzanne, your powder room is gorgeous! There is a simple pendant with clear seeded glass that I saw on the CSN site called "Uttermost Galeana Mini Pendant in Antique Saddle" that I just adore. The options over there are endless! Thanks for the chance to win this great giveaway, I had so much fun looking! ~Lili
And I feel compelled to say I am one of your "Maine" followers! :) ~Lili
OK Miss Suzanne-
I like the Robert Abbey Beehive Pendant and the Hinkley Light 400 3CH.
What a great giveaway!
Laura
White Spray Paint
Your powder room is lovely.
I am also a follower,
Laura
WOW!!!
I'm writing each and every one of
these down and then I'm going to meander through CSN and see all of
the great choices you all have selected.
I'm loving this....
THANK YOU for your help!
xx Suzanne
Okay darling one, I am now dizzy from looking at a mere tiny fraction of the 11088 pendants lights CSN has! Kichler Meredith Mini? But do not trust a dizzy person. ♣♣olive
I follow, I follow.
My dear, dear friend! For some reason, my iPad doesn't like to leave messages on your blog, but I'll continue to try! My favor light is the New England Piccolo Pendant in Brushed Nickel - NA1510BN. Just the right touch of New England flair, but not too over powering or fussy. Love it! Love you! Mary B. from the Ice Box!
If you're looking for something a bit smaller, Seaside Indoor 1 Light Incandescent Brushed Nickel Mini Pendant - 2621NI might just be the ticket! Of course, you can always use a smaller bulb in the light I recommended earlier! :) Mary B. from the Ice Box!
oh what fun!
I would choose the Kichler Seaside Indoor 1 Light Incandescent Olde Brick Mini Pendant for your powder room (actually I'd like it for MY powder room!!)
xx
and of course I follow you dear friend!! : )
I'll go with the Fresnel Lens Light or the Robert Abbey Beehive Pendant! So many great choices :)
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I follow you as DG through gfc
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Oh dearest, I am so late because we were preparing yesterday for a yard sale...all day we were hauling junk from the basement to our garage! O.K., now, I am going to go see the lighting and I will be right back! Kennebunkport was one of our favorite destinations for a quick get-away on the weekends while we lived in Massachusetts!!! Your style is fabulous....let's see what lighting will work...Anita
PAGE 4, MICA PICCOLO....I don't know if this would be too dark, but it has a more vintage look to it!!! We has soooo much to discuss next week! Anita
What a choice. Definitely a good
place to go to look for nice and affordable lighting. I am wondering
if it would be good to go with the
shiny chrome finish as your fixtures are that. I suppose the brushed would be OK too. Also, are you aware that incandescent lighting will be illegal soon? That's what I've heard. Not sure what the replacements would look like if exposed in an open style pendant. Maybe you could consider a real school house look, all closed in. I saw one and will go back and get the name. Check out that crazy new Big Brother law.
Checked out the law and it does seem that the old incandescents will be phased out. I love the Quoizel
NA1510BN and the various Landmark
schoolhouse fixtures 69020-1,
69021-1, or the smaller 69009-1. I would definitely recommend seeing these in person before choosing to make sure of the sizing. Can't wait to see what you decide on.
Yeah another Giveaway!!
How fun! I just saw the perfect pendant for you in the latest Wisteria catalog. It's a blue metal shade suspended on a rope. It's reminiscent of antique nautical lamps. It's on page 13 and costs $89.
I adore it and think you will too :)
If you don't have the catalog check it out online. It would look amazing in your space.
http://www.csnstores.com/Kichler-65266-ki5931.html
This is a link to a tiffany style light that I thought would add color and maybe it would not just hang.
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I follow your blog.
Oh my word... there's a gazillion!
I personally like Quoizel New England Piccolo Pendant in brushed nickle. (NA1510BN)
Good luck trying to make a decision.
I would get a bookcase for my daughter's room.
checking back ... I just know you're having fun with this post!!
By the way, I went to Sha Sha this last weekend and missed you! Next summer?
Hold on, let me get my design professional, A+ in lighting class hat on.
First, a consideration. Overhead lighting in a bathroom is not optimal. Perhaps consider sconces on either side of the mirror.
If you are determind for an overhead fixture I liked the SeaGull, Hudson and Quoizel Family of lights. Keeping in mind your faucet is silver I imagine silver.
I imagine that NO ONE else spent near the time that I did on CSN for this project. But you're my peep. :)
Sing with me. I will follow her, follow her wherever she may gooooooo...
What fun you are having! I am so busy right now and can't play along but I had to leave a quick comment to say hi and I can't wait to see a picture of your final decision! What fun!!!
Not so good at decision making! That Sonneman Roxy lantern is pretty cool but not so sure it's the style! The price Wow!
Can't wait too see you decision!
Elizabeth
yes indeed I'm a follower!
:] Elizabeth
Hi there! I think instead of a pendant, a CHANDELIER is in order!
Some ideas: Landmark Lighting Medford 3 Light Chandelier. SKU# AKL1625
Kichler Sabrina 3 Light mini chand. SKU# Kl7613
Minka Lavery. SKU# mkl1513
There were thousands, so that's where I stopped!
Now I want a new fixture : )
Violet
And I am one of your followers!
~ Violet
Suzanne,
Posing this question to a former lighting specialist has me dreaming up all the possibilities.
I'd go with the Kichler Seaside in the bronze/coppery finish. (It's a distressed finish as I recall.) I've done that it several homes in the past. Reasonably priced and I believe can be lamped with a 100 watt (You need to check wattage on whatever you choose so you get enough light in there!)
Also, Kichler provides several downrods with these fixtures but you CAN order a 6" piece additionally if you want to alter the length/shorter longer.
Put a dimmer in too, if you don't have one already. Saves $$$ and you can change up the light level that way.
The other idea which I don't have time to check on right now is an inverted pendant or semi flush fixture out of SEEDGlass.....you know the glass with little bubbles in it? Beachy/interesting texture and provides a lot of light.
Inverted lights and semi flush pendants, as apposed to downlights provide a softer lighting.
Progressive/Seagull and I believe Hudson Valley have all had seedglass fixtures if you want to check it out.
Well, whatever you choose, I'm sure it'll be lovely! Love the beadboard and your mirror!
Happy Hunting!
Shell
Oh no! I'm out of my league. I've never visited the East Coast and have absolutely no idea what to recommend. Oh no! But I am a follower.
Goooodmorning lovely suzanne,
Afcourse I am a follower since I have disvovered your blog.
Making a decesion for a lamp is tough but I like this one:
http://www.csnstores.com/Kichler-2621NI-KI2166.html
The one you saw in my bedroom you liked is from Ikea.
Thanks for your visits an love to read your comments.
Good luck making a decision.
Hugs,
Rozmeen
seaside Indoor 1 in brushed nickel...
I am a follower and would love to win the giveaway. Thanks for being you!
SUZANNE!! YES, I can't wait to meet you on Wednesday! SOOOOOO MUCH TO DISCUSS!!!! Thank you for coming by today...I hope you enjoy your day. We have had the most glorious days, non? Today we are off to go walking and if it rains, then to one of the local malls to do more walking! When you meet Ruben my beloved, you will see he is a man that can't stand still for too long!!! So off I goooooooo.....
WEDNESDAY IT IS! Anita
i like this one, suits the style you are looking for just lovely!
http://www.csnstores.com/Kichler-2621NI-KI2166.html
i hope you are enjoying your weekend! hugs, susan
i'm a follower too :)
I think the Kichler One Light Tiffany Mini Pendant in Tannery Bronze with Gold Accent - 65216
http://www.csnstores.com/Kichler-65216-KI3391.html
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Kichler seaside in nickel or other finish-
pve
I have no idea what type of lighting this style calls for but I really like this fixture:
Vaxcel Bella Semi Flush Ceiling Light in Brushed Nickel - BL-CFU170BN I think it would look lovely anywhere! Hope you find what you are looking for. Those pics make me want that style too but don't think I'd find it here!
I'm your newest follower! I just found your blog and really like what I see. I look forward to going through old posts. Looks like you are a very creative person!
great give away...and school house pendant all the way!
Oh those are some gorgeous homes. I can't imagine having one like that on the beach. SWOON
Hi Suzanne! My pick for your powder bath is the Kichler Indoor Seaside 1!!! The color goes with your faucet -- and it has that nautical feel you're liking! But, I know you have a wonderful eye, so whichever you pick will be....perfect, sunshine!! :) xo Elizabeth
Thanks for your comments Suzanne. I think a Chandelier would be LOVELY,,would be MY first pick anyway! I was going to suggest that, but you seemed to be heading in a different direction!
Oh HOW FUN, you and Anita getting together this week?? Tell her "hi" for me! She won my first blog giveaway ever...a little crown I sent her about a year ago when I first started blogging!
Oh,,,,,and I have followed for a while! I'll add you to my sidebar (so MANY good blogger friends having giveaway's right now,,I forget what I did where! LOL And yesterday I was getting ready for work when I read/replied about your giveaway situation,,,,,,,can you say ADD??? )
Would love to see what you install! I'd Still do a dimmer, no matter what. And I am SO not a "lighting" snob, it's what suits YOU and makes you happy that matters! And,,like hair,,,,it can always be changed when the mood strikes!!
Okay,,,,,I'm out to post your giveaway and back and say I did it!
Have a great week Suzanne!
Hugs,
Shell
Hi Suzanne! I have been MIA for a while...so good to see you!
I so love the sunshine. I crave it when it goes away; although I do know sometimes we need the rain.
I can't wait to see the new light and I love your taste in homes. It is what's inside that is so beautiful.
I won't enter your giveaway this time around...I would really like someone else to win:)
Have a wonderful Sunday...
~Vonda
Those homes are GORGEOUS! Your bathroom has such wonderful detail. Love all the bead board.
Dear Suzanne,
First of all I am so sorry I have not been more blog alert lately. But I just want to run on the beach with my little ones this summer! But do know that I adore YOU and your blog and your always wise and thoughtful words. You will see much more of me in August!
For your powder room - an industrial looking light for sure! So current and yet timeless and it goes so well with the east coast style!
Here is my choice.
http://www.csnstores.com/Landmark-Lighting-66114-1-AKL1560.html?cv=
Personally, I would be super happy with a tea kettle from Cruiset!
Much fondness, Mon
Hi Suzanne; I love your powder room and the beautiful blue wall color. I fancied the Quoizel New England Piccolo Pendant in Brushed Nickel. I didn't realize CSN had such great lighting pic's! I hope you had a good weekend. I the Louisa May Alcott quote. A great way to start this new week. Take much care xxoo deb
I am definitley a follower & proud of it! xxoo
Hey Suzanne,
I like the kichler seaside indoor light. I think it would look super cute in your bathroom. Oh and you know I follow you girl!!
It seems like the Seaside is the fav so far ... I really like the one by Quoizel called Laurie Smith. I like that it is white and I think would be darling with the bead board in your powder room - which is SO cute!!!
I'm a follower!!! :)
Hi. I know nothing about Kennebunkport decor. So my suggestions will most likely blow your desired style.
Why are you tied to a pendant? A fixture with more than one light would give a warmer glow to the room. Since the room is so simple I think the fixture can be a little fancy without overtaking the room.
Grammy's observation was correct. The new light law will DIM all of our homes !
The bronze trim on the fixtures will pick up the bronze of your mirror. Silver trim on the fixture will pick up on the sink faucets. I'd go with the bronze.
I like: 1. Minka lavery. 1737-1-167 2. Quoizel. my2816ML.
Sorry. None scream Kennebunkport. .
Hi Suzanne,
I like the:
Kichler Seaside Indoor 1 Light Incandescent Olde Brick Mini Pendant - 2621OBSKU #: KI2167.
Gorgeous mirror in your powder room BTW!
Have a great week,
Zuzu
I only had a moment to look but perhaps the Dover Three Light or the Family Spaces Pendant?
How fun to have someone ask you to do a giveaway!
Thanks for entering mine!
PS - I am a follower. And LOVE that Maine look - can't wait to see what you choose!
I don't have a very good eye for this kind of thing and since I live in California, I'm not up on East Coast styles either, but how about the Quoizel Denmark Piccolo Mini Pendant in Teco Marrone - DK1508TM?
http://www.csnstores.com/Denmark-Piccolo-Mini-Pendant-in-Teco-Marrone-QZ4668.html
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I listed your giveaway on my blog
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I like the LBL aurora mini pendant or the Quoizel Laurie Smith Millenium pendant but of course my time was limited and I didn't get a chance to look at them all... but what a fun idea you have had!
I hope you find something that fits perfectly. You're so clever!
I kinda fancy the Kichler Wilton One Light Mini Pendant in Carre Bronze....
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Oh good another csn giveaway. I would choose the Pacific Coast Lighting Galery Island Cabana Pendant in bamboo for the coastal look.
I just joined as a follower.
Hey sweet friend!
I missed ya while I was away!
And now I come back to find that you're having a FAB giveaway, how exciting!
I snooped around, and I really like the Landmark Lighting Schoolhouse 27" Pendant in Antique Brass. But I'm sure anything you pick will look just wonderful. :-)
Big hugs,
Anne
And of course I'm a follower! And proud of it!
Hi Suzanne,
I really like the Kichler Seaside Indoor 1 Light Incandescent....I think it would give you a great beachy feel!
xo,
Shellagh
p.s.
I definitely want to get together when you come out!! :)
I really like this light:
http://www.csnstores.com/Minka-Lavery-4331-561-MKL3292.html
and think it might look cute in your awesome bathroom!
I'm a new follower and can't wait to come back and read more!
Of course I am a follower.
Kischler has a couple I think would be great in their Seaside collection. The first on page 3, and then on 9.
How exciting to have a giveaway and this is so fun!! Thank you!
Karena
Art by Karena
I am not much of a decorator (meaning I don't think I do a good job... he he) so don't take my advise... I did not find a seaside look that I loved... so I am going with this one:
LBL Lighting~ Aurora Mini Pendant - in blue! =) now I need to click on page 9 and see what a few ladies are talking about... maybe I didn't make it that far!?
and now I am your newest follower! just stopping by from Becky's comment section! =)
This is the one I would pick for your powder room based on what I know about your style:
http://www.csnstores.com/Laura-Ashley-Lighting-SLB21216P-XP5002-LAY1281.html
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I'm a follower!
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beautiful quote. good luck finding the right light. can't wait to see what you chose.
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