Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Good Impressions


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The vote is in from my last post. 
2 to 1 in favor of installing a new light fixture in the foyer. It'll have to be a bargain at this point. Guess I'll go look this weekend. Sorry to drag this thing out. I've figured out it's harder to make a small space look right than it is a large one.
I saved the above photo because I have a lantern light on my porch and a transom window above the door. Here they used the same style, yet different fixtures inside and out and it still looks nice.  I'm leaning towards something simple like the lantern.
If I wasn't selling the house, I'd go for something funky, like one of these chinoiserie fixtures or something in red.
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But I don't want to scare potential buyers when they walk in the door. Not even sure if it'd look right. Just a fancy I have. It'd be memorable though. "Remember the house with the red light fixture?"


We want good first impressions. I'd say these all fit that category. 
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Wish me luck.

22 comments:

  1. SSMFebruary 8, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    Happy shopping,Tammy!

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  2. Janette - The2SeasonsFebruary 8, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    Try the Habitat for Humanity Restore in your area, if it is a good one. Our Restore always has great foyer lights that could be really beautiful with an updated finish (ORB rather than shiney brass, for instance).

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  3. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRFebruary 8, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    Tammy, I'm sure you'll make an excellent choice!

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  4. Ann from On Sutton PlaceFebruary 8, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    You will make a great choice...you've got good taste. I thought the Restore idea was a good one. Ours has all sorts of stuff. Good luck!

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  5. GinaFebruary 8, 2012 at 12:16 PM

    Have fun shopping! I have no doubt that you'll find something great.

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  6. UnknownFebruary 8, 2012 at 1:21 PM

    As always, your choices are straight on...and in this case, you will fair well my friend! Luv

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  7. Amy ChalmersFebruary 8, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    The lantern itself will be such an updated look, it won't need to be funky. So I think you can do this blindfolded!!

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  8. podsoFebruary 8, 2012 at 2:04 PM

    hope you find just what you're needing!

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  9. The Polka Dot ClosetFebruary 8, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    Wishing you luck, I'm sure you can find something to transform...Yep, I am digging the red one LOL!

    Carol

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  10. HeatherFebruary 8, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    Yea! I'm glad you're going to try to find a new light fixture. What about Home Depot or Lowe's?

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  11. Pamela BatesFebruary 8, 2012 at 4:22 PM

    ok, i may not be much help here because i like them all. even the red one, it's great!

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  12. Brenda PruittFebruary 8, 2012 at 4:57 PM

    First impressions...extremely important when showing a house! I vote for the first one.
    Brenda

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  13. Faye HenryFebruary 8, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    I love all of your inspiration..
    I know you will find the perfect match for you..
    Blessings..

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  14. hong kong propertyFebruary 8, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    i really like the red chandelier! it's an eye catcher!:D

    Hong Kong property

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  15. michelleFebruary 10, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    Have fun! I know you will find something perfect.
    xoxo

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  16. Calypso In The CountryFebruary 10, 2012 at 10:31 AM

    I love the lanterns and I am sure you will find the perfect fixture! I love the inspiration photos! Have a great weekend!
    -Shelley

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  17. Pamela BatesFebruary 10, 2012 at 10:53 AM

    btw, did i mention i love the lanterns too? Maybe a red lantern? LOL!

    I tagged you in today's post on Mercantile Muse. If you feel like playing, great. If not, no worries.
    http://batesmercantileco.blogspot.com/2012/02/hi-its-just-me.html

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  18. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysFebruary 10, 2012 at 12:24 PM

    That last photo is my favorite. (BTW, I love red, as you may know.)

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  19. CindyFebruary 10, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    I don't know how I miss your posts, my dear friend, I am so sorry.
    I love the lantern type fixtures, I hope you can find one to look good with the one on your porch, that would be very nice, I think.
    Hugs. Cindy

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  20. KellyFebruary 10, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    A daunting but fun process. Have fun!



    Kelly

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  21. Mary Ann PickettFebruary 11, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    Good luck and BEAUTIFUL photos.

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  22. Decor To AdoreFebruary 12, 2012 at 5:40 AM

    Although I love the red I think that you are wise to stay within a neutral palette.

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