Here's a post from CasaSugar Community member h2urHome from the Su Casa group: I'm not one to give up. So when I bought one of those gold light fixtures from the Goodwill and failed at my first project, I tried again! Of course, it took me four months to figure something new out . . . The before (left) and the not so good after (right: it just looks like a black outdated light fixture!). To see Read more

Portland lighting company Schoolhouse Electric, known for its replicas of some of the best examples of true American lighting design, has debuted a new collection of modern light fixtures that are bound to please you contemporary creatures! From the globe-shaped Luna Rod ($209), a doppelganger for West Elm's Globe Pendant, and Ikea's Fado Pendant — to the Satellite Light ($389), which Read more

The Pottery Barn Columbus Day Sale has set sail and select items from dining room furniture to rugs to accessories have been reduced up to 50 percent off in stores and online. I'd hang this Calhoun Glass Pendant ($119, reduced from $149) in every room in my home if I could. And I'm also getting a kick out of this Cake Mold Pendant ($63, reduced from $79). I've got my eye on plenty of other Read more

I thought I was over the whole capiz shell craze until I came upon West Elm's latest interpretation: gray capiz lamps! The slate hue gives the beachy accent a pretty, moody makeover that's oh-so-appropriate for Fall. West Elm's Long Hanging Capiz Pendant Lamp ($259) features floating circular tiers of translucent, hand-cut round shells for a girlish, glamorous look, while the Large Rectangle Read more

Designed by Cecilie Manz in 2005, the Caravaggio Pendant ($775) is a beautifully restrained, modern light fixture. With elegant curves, smooth, hi-gloss paint, and an industrial steel suspension and aluminum shade, it balances femininity and masculinity in a versatile, timeless way. I can think of a handful of places in my home where I'd love to hang it. But unfortunately, at that Read more

Oh how I love me some mason jars. Among preserving jams, pickling tomatoes, shedding garden light, and showcasing healthy blossoms, the time-tested glass container has one more job to add to its already impressive résumé. The crafty folks at Pigeon Toe Ceramics have a different take on the old classic. Familiar with their ceramic ways, the artists cast a large mason jar in porcelain and turned Read more

In the comments on my recent Show Me Your Casa post, AJH asked, "Where can I find that incredible pink hanging pendant?" It's a good question! I've been in love with the light fixture ever since I first saw it as well. Wondering where you can buy it? Then read more Read more