Let There Be Light...

This week we made a few simple changes in our kitchen that made a big difference! Our kitchen is quite bright, with white cabinetry. But my sink workspace is always dark or shadowed...

This post is done in collaboration with Parrot Uncle.

For privacy, we have this window shuttered...and we have a shade that we never pull down...it is just used as a valance.

And we have this old light fixture, that is usually not working, because it is such a pain to climb up there and change the bulb.

And it just isn't very pretty...

We cut off all but the top of the valance, which let in a lot more light...and hung this fun new Industrial Style Pendant Light With Umbrella Shade from Parrot Uncle!

I had Edison bulbs, but chose an LED here as I really need good task lighting...and it is doing the job wonderfully!

And doesn't it have great style?

It looks a little farmhouse...a little industrial...perfect!

Parrot Uncle has beautiful lighting in many styles...

my favorite is their Vintage Industrial Pendant Lighting.

The whole kitchen feels brighter,

and has much more attitude now, too!

I love my new light fixture!

Thank you Parrot Uncle for adding light and style to my kitchen!

Parrot Uncle provided product used in this project...all opinions (and the happy smile) are mine!

Until next time...

23 comments

wife2wonkaMarch 31, 2016 at 10:22 AM
Lighting is so important and it makes such a vast improvement. It always amazes me how a new fixture cozies up an area. I like your shutters and new pairings.
Angie @ Knick of TimeMarch 31, 2016 at 10:42 AM
The new light makes such a difference, Linda - I love it and it's perfect for your space!
KrisMarch 31, 2016 at 11:02 AM
Beautiful! I love it! Amazing what something so simple can do!
XO Kris
SusieMarch 31, 2016 at 11:33 AM
Linda, I really like your make -over for the sink area. Much brighter too. I like the light. Blessings, xoxo,Susie
My thrift store addictionMarch 31, 2016 at 1:20 PM
Love the fixture you chose, Linda!
Courtney@Golden Boys and MeMarch 31, 2016 at 2:36 PM
Love your new light fixture! It will be great to have all of that light by the sink. And I agree, although the Edison bulbs look pretty, they don't do a great job for task lighting.
camp and cottage livingMarch 31, 2016 at 4:03 PM
Love your new lighting, Linda. What a difference it makes!
Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMarch 31, 2016 at 4:52 PM
Love the new fixture! Great choice. Looks like you gained some great natural light too. I need lots of it.
GARAGE SALE GALMarch 31, 2016 at 6:11 PM
It really opens up your kitchen! You are so creative! Nice light fixture too!
warmly,
deb
Vickie @ Ranger 911March 31, 2016 at 8:58 PM
That light fits your style perfectly, Linda! It looks vintage which is an added bonus. Love it!
handmade by amaliaApril 1, 2016 at 1:00 AM
It's made a big difference to the room, Linda. Lovely.
Amalia
xo
Curtains in My TreeApril 1, 2016 at 12:36 PM
How nice Uncle Parrot gave you a new light.
Now you can see those dirty pots and pans better
Leslie HarrisApril 1, 2016 at 3:28 PM
Linda we have the same sink I swear. We have an overhead patio that cuts off all the sunlight to my sink window---I hate it truthfully but it's not going anywhere soon based on what the hubby says so I've thought of putting up a light fixture in the exact place. I'll have to check out Uncle Parrot---it goes perfectly in your kitchen.
xo
Leslie
Sharon @ Blue Willow HouseApril 2, 2016 at 11:21 AM
What a difference just those couple of changes made. I love the Uncle Parrot light fixture too. sb
Debbie - Mountain MamaApril 2, 2016 at 11:49 AM
LOVE IT!!!! I bet you were glad to see that boob light go, huh? :)
http://thankfullga447April 2, 2016 at 8:05 PM
I need to know where you got the shutters? I only see the bigger ones!
gasuski@mac.com.
MelanieApril 2, 2016 at 8:52 PM
Love that light! It is perfect in your kitchen. We have an ugly light above the sink too, and yes, it sure is a pain having to change the lightbulb.
Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceApril 3, 2016 at 9:41 AM
What a fun light and so much better!
Deanies StashApril 4, 2016 at 2:35 AM
That light just is the perfect touch for your kitchen. I love it!

xo Dianne
Cathy @ My 1929 CharmerApril 5, 2016 at 10:24 AM
Its amazing to see how small changes can really make a difference! Shortening the shade and the new light made the space look completely difference. I love the shutters and want to do the same for my work area window!
Connie in HartwoodApril 19, 2016 at 4:39 PM
The new light is awesome ... but I would SOOOO open the shutters. I see that your neighbors appear to be pretty close on that side, tho.