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July 29, 2013

DIY Pendant Lights

Throughout the journey of updating our home, I’ve come to realize how important lighting is. Hence the reason for DIY Pendant Lights. I think lighting can often be forgotten when updating a space. I’ve seen it over and over again, someone updates a plain jane room into a beautiful space but leaves the basic builder grade light fixtures. By just taking it one step further the room could be completely transformed and it doesn’t always have to cost a lot of money. At least in my opinion.

DIY Pendant Lights – New Look Without Breaking The Bank

Today, I’m going to show you some DIY Pendant Lights that won’t break the bank and will give your space an entirely new look.

DIY Pendant Lights - Lighting Fixtures

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 Kate gives her floral studio an industrial look using old exhaust fans. The space was beautiful to begin with but the added lighting changed the whole feel of the space. (via Design Sponge)

DIY Pendant Lights – Color Tin Cans


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Want to add a pop of color to a room? Try making these bold pendant lights out of old tin cans. (Via Shelterness)

DIY Pendant Lights – Globe Pendant

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 When designing a space, especially one with a very specific style, it is so important to think one step further to the ceiling lights. Changing out a basic builder’s grade light fixture to something unique like this globe pendant can really bring a whole space together. (via Apartment Therapy)

DIY Pendant Lights – Beautiful Orb

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 Jessica shows us how to make this beautiful orb pendant light out of embroidery hoops. This would look fabulous in an office, kitchen, or just about anywhere. (via Dear Emmaline)

DIY Pendant Lights – Twine Chandelier

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 This DIY Twine Chandelier completely makes this space. The texture goes with the wicker table and chairs and creates a beautiful ambiance. (Via 10 Rooms Design )

 

DIY Pendant Lights – Fabric Garland Chandelier

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Want to make a real statement in a small space? Try this oversized Fabric Garland Chandelier. (Via A Beautiful Mess)

DIY Pendant Lights – Basket Ceiling Light

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 I personally love these industrial basket ceiling lights, they can add a farmhouse chic look to any space. (Via The Painted Hive)

DIY Pendant Lights – Chandelier

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 This DIY ceiling chandelier adds a whole new dimension to this understated dining space. (Via Love and Renovations)

DIY Pendant Lights – Modern

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 This industrial modern pendant lights really tops off the look and feel of this bedroom space. (via Cleverly Inspired)

DIY Pendant Lights – Geometric

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Here is another great example of how changing a basic light fixture into something that fits the style of a space can really bring the whole look together. (Via Vintage Revivals)

Have you tackled your own DIY lighting before? What are some of your experiences with changing out builder’s grade lighting for something with more character?

I originally shared this post on Mohawk Flooring’s Blog At Creative Home. 

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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  1. Tracie @cleverlyinspired says

    July 29, 2013 at 6:05 am

    Thanks girl for the shout out !! :) Great round up!

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  2. Chaney says

    July 29, 2013 at 8:57 am

    Oh my goodness, so many beautiful pendants! Lighting does really make difference, doesn’t it? I DIY’d a pendant light for over our dining table and it has been the perfect addition to that space. (http://www.mayricherfullerbe.com/2013/05/wood-shim-pendant-light-installation.html)

    Thanks for the round up of pretty lights!

    Reply
  3. Becca says

    July 29, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    A adore that hex pendent. I don’t think I could make it on my best day! lol Lovely round up!
    xo Becca

    Reply
  4. Jessica @ Dear Emmeline says

    August 19, 2013 at 7:41 am

    Thanks for including our light fixture Taryn! :) So many great ideas! Really drawn to Tracie’s. The punched metal is the perfect touch!

    Reply
  5. Garry says

    June 24, 2014 at 11:06 am

    This is my first time visit at here and i am really pleassant to read all
    at alone place.

    Reply
  6. cocoweb says

    February 10, 2017 at 11:03 am

    This is great. The Wooden Openwork Cube Pendant, and the globe pendant lights would look great in a kids bedroom, upon other places.

    Reply
  7. Emma Wilson says

    August 18, 2020 at 4:12 pm

    I love the aesthetic of Cleverly Inspired’s pendant light! It’s both modern and stylish. I’ll definitely add it to my DIY list.

    Reply

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