Sunday, September 6, 2009

~A THING OF BEAUTY...

...is something you have searched for and fits a purpose in your life, no matter how small.


Thanks to Susan @ BETWEEN NAPS ON THE PORCH for hosting this fun event! Go by and peek at the amazing difference a bit of change makes.



I have been looking a while for a good candelabra. Something heavy and solid that I could paint...and Saturday I found it! A bit smaller than I had envisioned..but I love it!






The candles are pumpkin colored instead of Halloween orange and I really like them.
The large pumpkin tureen is a bit large...but..I'm still working on things..just wanted you to see how cute it turned out.

So.. :) do you like it? Too "gothic?" Oh please don't say that! That thought just passed through my mind. Yikes! Do you think so? I really liked it. It's just that your opinion is important. :) No...honest...it is!!!

So..happy Morph Day! :)

Love and hugs,
Mona
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53 comments:

  1. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2009 at 8:51 PM

    I think it looks spooky and wonderful! You did a great job. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful week.

    Charla

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  2. ConnieSeptember 6, 2009 at 8:56 PM

    I love the candlabra, it looks so great. I also love the idea of pumpkin colored candles. Very nice post.

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  3. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeSeptember 6, 2009 at 8:58 PM

    Oh, I love the candlabra. It is just beautiful and painting it black was such a great idea. The vignette with the pumpkins is also very pretty. Hugs, Marty

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  4. Rebecca NelsonSeptember 6, 2009 at 9:01 PM

    You silly girl...I love it! You are toooo funny! That is why I adore you!

    xoRebecca

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  5. Sue @ Not the Good Scissors!September 6, 2009 at 9:01 PM

    I really like the candelabra. It is very stunning in black. It makes everything pop. Great centerpiece.
    Take care ~Sue

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    So beautiful! I think you're going to have a ball using it with all of your seasonal decor! And we'll all be waiting for you to share the pics each time you move it around!

    Grins! Pamm

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  7. Country Wings in PhoenixSeptember 6, 2009 at 9:26 PM

    Love the candelabra. Painting was a great idea. Looks so beautiful with the pumpkins, and I so love the crocheted table cloth. Thanks for sharing this beautiful post. Country hugs, Sherry

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  8. ShirleySeptember 6, 2009 at 10:39 PM

    Yes, it looks spooky. Like something they'd pickup and carry up the rickety stairs in a haunted house : ))

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  9. RachelDSeptember 6, 2009 at 10:58 PM

    I love the colors, Mona, especially the pumpkin candles. Our littlest, who is two, got a Box of 96 for her birthday, and she picks up "pumpkin" and says "AWWWWWinge." I say "pump-kin." and she parrots it.

    I can't wait til we buy some real ones at the farm market to carve. Babies love to put their hands in the squishy seeds and to peek through the eyeholes into the magic cavern.

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  10. Rainy Day FarmSeptember 6, 2009 at 11:04 PM

    Love the table decorations. Get me very excited for fall. Great job!

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  11. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)September 7, 2009 at 4:28 AM

    Good Morning Mona,
    I just love it!! Honestly, when I saw it painted and put on that gorgeous table I gasped it looked so good! You have that touch my dear. I was in New Hampshire once on our way to Maine. New England is so gorgeous isn't it? Neat story about your brother's apple farm, I bet it's so charming. Hugs to you, Cindy

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  12. ImagineCozySeptember 7, 2009 at 4:37 AM

    What a great piece to add to the table. Your decor is perfect for fall. I love it.
    -Angela

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  13. Mid-Atlantic MarthaSeptember 7, 2009 at 5:38 AM

    Oh yes! I love it -- and it just looks a tad bit spooky (I think because we're all thinking ahead to Halloween) -- it will look totally different in another setting. Your table is gorgeous with it's Fall dress on!

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  14. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsSeptember 7, 2009 at 6:07 AM

    I love it! It turned out perfect.
    Hugs,
    Penny

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  15. blushing roseSeptember 7, 2009 at 7:19 AM

    G'morn, Mona ~ Silly! It is gorgeous ... beautiful inviting decor. TTFN ~ Marydon

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  16. AnonymousSeptember 7, 2009 at 8:47 AM

    What?? Music on your blog now?? YOU GO GIRL!!!!

    Snappy Di

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  17. PATSeptember 7, 2009 at 8:49 AM

    It turned out beautifully! I love your fall table!

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  18. MelindaSeptember 7, 2009 at 9:01 AM

    I love it! It's just the right size.
    Great table scape.
    Melinda

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  19. cinnibonbonSeptember 7, 2009 at 9:22 AM

    I love it. I think it's perfect. I love how you decorated the entire table. Good for you!!

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  20. Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise)September 7, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    I think it is absolutely studding. The work Gothic never entered my mind while admiring your setting. Have a blessed Labor Day!!!

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  21. DawnSeptember 7, 2009 at 10:13 AM

    I thinks it looks great. Perfect for Halloween now but think how elegant it will look with red candles at Christmas!
    Dawn

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  22. Debbie at the Shabby BungalowSeptember 7, 2009 at 10:40 AM

    Wow what a transformation I love it - it all looks fantastic together :)

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  23. The cottage by the CranelakeSeptember 7, 2009 at 10:47 AM

    I think that candelabra fits perfect with those pumpkins! It´s a very nice candelabra in every way.
    Have a great day now!
    Christer.

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  24. Blue Creek HomeSeptember 7, 2009 at 10:52 AM

    I love the candelabra painted black. It adds a distinguished look to the standard fall fare.
    Lovely centerpiece.
    Rhonda

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  25. bjSeptember 7, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    Perfect...it couldn't be better.
    I am on the hunt for a fabulous chandy for my bedroom. Not found even one as yet...maybe I'll have good luck like you did finding this adorable candle holder.

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  26. Signing OutSeptember 7, 2009 at 11:19 AM

    The candelabra looks fantastic painted black and with the pumpkin colored candles! I love your fall table, too. Great job!

    Jane

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  27. ~Lavender Dreamer~September 7, 2009 at 11:55 AM

    Your table is lovely! I think I have that exact candelabra....original so far! lol I love the black! WOW! How dramatic!

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  28. SherrieSeptember 7, 2009 at 12:54 PM

    I have been so looking forward to the fall decorating season! This is perfect! What a great find. I love the transformation to black!

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  29. bee'nmeSeptember 7, 2009 at 2:23 PM

    Hi Mona!

    It was a stroke of genius to paint the candleabra black...it looks wonderful with the pumpkin-candles and the fall decor that you so artfully arranged on your table - fabulous look!! Love it!!

    Thank you for your visit too...how nice to meet you!

    Have a great week!

    Blessings,
    Becky S.

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  30. Beach House 27September 7, 2009 at 3:58 PM

    So nice to meet you - love your blog.

    Great candleabra - I love playing around with things like that.

    Good for you for setting the example of really living a great life.

    I'll be back -
    Marsha

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  31. DeniseSeptember 7, 2009 at 5:26 PM

    Hi Mona,
    Gothic didn't cross my mind at all until you mentioned it, but I don't think it looks gothic at all :-) Love how it all looks on your table. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog. It's so nice to meet you.

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  32. xinexSeptember 7, 2009 at 5:26 PM

    I love it! So very pretty, beautiful fall vignette!....Christine

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  33. nannykimSeptember 7, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    I didn't even think of gothic until you mentioned it....maybe you thought of it because you were thinking of Haloween. Looks nice ;-)

    my post is here: http://spindlecottage.blogspot.com/2009/09/transforming-for-fall.html

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  34. Barb September 7, 2009 at 6:34 PM

    Hi Mona, I love it all.....wonderful. That soup tureen is making me crazy. I love it.

    Hugs, Barb :-)

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  35. JaneSeptember 7, 2009 at 7:00 PM

    Your table was lovely. The candelabra was perfect!!! I loved the total fall feel and the colors. Makes me want to get my fall decorations out!! Thanks for stopping by my blog today!

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  36. Smart Mouth BroadSeptember 7, 2009 at 7:05 PM

    I think they are perfect. But what do I know. LOL

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  37. From the Old InkWellSeptember 7, 2009 at 7:11 PM

    Definitely NOT Gothic! No need to worry unless you start painting your nails black! LOL! No kidding, I really like your black candelabra and your whole display of pumpkins! Very warm and autumnly!

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  38. GwenSeptember 7, 2009 at 7:32 PM

    I really really like it! When the holiday is over and you put it with other things, I am sure that it won't look gothic at all.

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  39. KimberlySeptember 7, 2009 at 8:12 PM

    Love it..how clever!!

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  40. LizOSeptember 7, 2009 at 8:54 PM

    It's not "gothic" it may only appear that way because you have it grouped with fall and Halloween decor.

    Black is great in that it goes with anything. Red candles with gold or silver mini garland (pretty shiny beads and tinsle like) can change it in an instant for the winter holidays.

    Great find!

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  41. Embellished BayouSeptember 7, 2009 at 9:23 PM

    I totally love it, you did a great job! That is a breathtaking fall tablescape.

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  42. StellaSeptember 8, 2009 at 5:08 AM

    I really like the candle holder painted black. I think if will look great at any season of the year. Love your fall table.

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  43. UnknownSeptember 8, 2009 at 5:55 AM

    There's nothing Gothic about it, Mona; it's all beautiful... the candelabra, the pumpkin candles and tablescape as a whole.

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  44. TiffanySeptember 8, 2009 at 7:16 AM

    It's very pretty. Just this one little visit to your blog is making me long for sweaters, apple cider, and pumpkin pie. I am ready.for.autumn.now. :)

    Thank you for coming by.

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  45. Jenny @ Words on WendhurstSeptember 8, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    Very nice. Perfect for Halloween, and very classic! Changing out the candles will change the mood of the candelabra every time, and you could always paint it another color if the mood strikes!

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  46. AnonymousSeptember 8, 2009 at 10:14 AM

    I think it makes for a great Halloween centerpiece!

    Thanks for your visit!

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  47. Brenda PruittSeptember 8, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    Nah! Looks a bit like my own table. Halloweenish and cute! Love that tablecloth!
    Brenda

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  48. AnonymousSeptember 8, 2009 at 3:38 PM

    Hi Mona,
    I think you did a great job on the candleabra!!!

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  49. Kate KublerSeptember 8, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    Thanks for stopping by my blog and commenting! Be sure to stop by tonight! I'm posting a giveaway!

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  50. KathleenSeptember 9, 2009 at 9:01 AM

    I love it! It will go with so many things!!!

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  51. The Raggedy GirlSeptember 12, 2009 at 4:50 AM

    That is the best makeover I have ever seen, I love it.

    The Raggedy Girl

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  52. English Cottage in GeorgiaSeptember 13, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    Mona, you are such a humorist - I am always laughing on your posts. Once again, I am being tempted to pull out my fall decor. I LOVE your gothic:-)fall tablescape.

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  53. Room to InspireSeptember 19, 2009 at 8:11 PM

    Hi Mona, The candleabra looks perfect black! It fits great with the current Fall tablescape and I think it could also look very elegant.

    Chelsea

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