Archive for the ‘Lights’ Category

LED Bulbs

Posted by Trendy Chick on June 2nd, 2009

So even Buckingham Palace has switched to using LED Blubs..!!!  using less electricity is what everyone is talking about.   So should we all jump on board..??  lets look at the pros and cons.
The Good :
They are as good as my elliptical and most importantly they do not contain mercury and thus does not require one [...]

Handmade Paper Lights

Posted by Trendy Chick on April 18th, 2009

I came across Portland-based Hiih Gallery’s handmade paper lights and was really impressed.  Thought i would share it with all of you.  The lamps are really handmade from the beginning to finish.  Natural materials are used and local beeswax and walnut dye.
One can also place special orders for the design they like but there are [...]

Patio Lights

Posted by Trendy Chick on March 3rd, 2009

Some patio lights?  Summer will be here sooner than we think it would, although just about now is great.  Some great looking and effective outdoor lamps i found will be useful and a talking piece with friends and family. Like Forscarini said, it would be a bold statement to your patio or garden.  Hanging vertically, [...]

Star Wall Lamp

Posted by Trendy Chick on December 24th, 2008

A star wall lamp for the kids who comes to visit or a sleepover is a great thing to have.  At $8.99 from Ikea .. one can definitely afford it.. and it’s easy to put up.. and nothing special, just a screw for hanging and you are all set.  Gives out a soft light and [...]

Black Tree Tea Light Holder

Posted by Trendy Chick on November 28th, 2008

What a pretty ornament ! and is actually tea light holder.  Although black is not my favorite color.. i’m sure .. a lot of people are gonna beg to differ.  Great for fireplaces.. gives one the romantic feeling without crowding the man’s room. Oh.. good news.. it’s available in green too.. but then .. i [...]

Flower Fairy Lights

Posted by Trendy Chick on November 26th, 2008

This is definitely my current favorite for my house.  So pretty and unique.. you can use it in your study or the tv room.. or even your bedroom.  I think it works well with my bedroom.. although i don’t know what the man will think.  But it is definitely elegant.. and just lovely decor .. [...]

LED Lighted Up Coat Hook

Posted by Trendy Chick on November 6th, 2008

I wonder how much this is.. pretty cool eh.  Battery operated for 60 hours but a wired version is also available.  I think this is a great way to hang your coat.. and teach the kid to do it too.  Fascination is another way to teach your kids… to be neat eh.
So simple.. yet so [...]

Duckie Night Light

Posted by Trendy Chick on October 27th, 2008

You all know how i feel about buying expensive stuff.. because i think they are just over-rated, and we are just paying for the advertising of that particular company or store.  But when i saw this duckie night light.. i knew i had t get it for my daughter’s room.  Afterall, she ain’t gonna stay [...]

Lights

Posted by Un-SloppyMom on July 25th, 2008

So many to choose from.  But we all know lighting is very important to every room. .and each room can tell a story just by the lighting placed.  If you want a warm and cozy room.. then you will have to choose wisely.