on my thrifting list...candles en masse

I thought it would be fun to start a new series...

'on my thrifting list'

I often see beautiful inspiration photos of items that I frequently come across while thrifting,

but...

 they don't look like the inspiration photos when I see them at the thrift store! 

 So I thought I'd share how my little mind works when I'm in thrifting mode.

In the spirit of the season, candles en masse is what's on my list this month,

and the goal is to collect a LOT to make a statement. 

Here goes.... 

How many times have you seen a lone brass candlestick at the thrift store for a steal?

What if you picked up ten, or twenty... 

cristaelyce.com

Ever see a candles in random odd hues for a steal?

What if you picked up ten or twenty?

 adropofpleasure.com

Or a glass hurricane? Everywhere for a dime a dozen...

 stylemepretty.com

Would you pass up one of these as too ornate or dated?

A collection looks classic...

courtney engstrom

More brass candlesticks...

desiretoinspire.com

You can never have too many simple inexpensive votives...
(I think my boys lit about 50 for me at my party last week)

villaonetwenty.com

Garage sales are awesome for finding boxes of tapers...

 

That's how it will work...I hope it's helpful and inspiries you to try your luck and
have fun thrifting - warning, it can be highly addictive!!

One more thing - Keep a 'thrifting list'

  I keep mine in 'Notes' on my phone, so I'm never without it. 

patio lighting...

I don't think it gets any better than al fresco dining in the summer time,

of course, friends or family are a must,

oh, and one more necessity...ambiance!

Here are some pretty ideas to give your patio a warm glow,

 and a simple one I did for our deck. 

Strands of miniature white lights...

chiccoles.com

Grapevine lighting...

Robin @ All Things Heart and Home

Grapevine orb outdoor chandelier

Check out her easy diy.

Lanterns placed in the garden...

blackcountrymetalworks.co.uk

I loved the idea of lanterns hanging on shepherds hooks, this one is too tall,  but I think

 it would look great inserted into a pot of flowers on the patio. I found the lanterns at 

TJ Maxx. Unfortunately, I didn't notice when I got them but the glass candle holders inside

 aren't removable, so they will be going back. They would be a nightmare to clean,

 but you get the idea. :)

Do you have lighting on your patio? 

ikea borrby lantern...

Another must-have on my list of Ikea favorites is the Borrby Lantern,
available in two generously sized choices

17" -  $14.99 or 11" - $7.99

in black or galvanized.

The Borrby Lantern couldn't be more versatile...

an accessory in the hottest Chicago apartment making the rounds on Pinterest this week...
  

alaina kaczmarski the everygirl

styleathome.com

as lighting on your deck for al fresco dining...

houseandhome.com

 

abeachcottage.com 

 

theknot.com

a pretty place holder for your favorite candle...

dotute.com

livethemma.ikea.se

or a unique planter...

thehavenmaven.wordpress.com

Not to mention the plethora of fun Fall, Halloween and Christmas ideas!

I gave all of mine away as neighbor Christmas gifts a couple years ago,

 but it's on my list for the next visit. 

groupings of candles...

One of my favorite ways to decorate for maximum impact is to group a collection

 of items en masse....the glow of candlelight is always my choice during the holidays.

A collection of ideas to inspire you...

traditional home

the-pastry.com

 

Ralph Lauren

bhg.com

 remodelaholic.com

bhg.com

bhg.com

There's nothing like the soft glow of candlelight to create a pretty atmosphere.