Antique Demijohn Inspiration

Nothing says "French Chic" better than a classic demijohn. Historically used to hold wine or water and encased in a beautiful wicker basket.... the demijohn was both functional and beautiful. Ranging from $125-475, they make great decorating accessories. I hardly ever see them when I'm out buying for the store. But a dear customer and close friend of mine scored three on a recent outing. She's awesome! When she called and ask if I wanted them, I didn't hesitate one second. Then she brought them by the store and I fell in LOVE with them. They all three have green glass bottles with woven baskets. One is huge and has double handles and would make a gorgeous lamp base. Needless to say, I kept all three for myself. Two of them found a home in my office on top of my "new" vintage cabinet and the other large one is sitting in front of our fireplace. At least, for now.

I think I have an obsession with bottles. I've made three of my DIY Bottle Lamps for our house and we have vintage bottles all throughout our house too. 

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I'm linking to French Country Cottage, Coastal Charm, Show and Share, Whatever Goes Wednesday, Vintage Inspiration at Common Ground, and Inspiration Friday at The Picket Fence

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DIY Bottle Lamp

I love the large clear bottle lamps from Pottery Barn, but they're a little pricey for me {$210-$350 each}, so I decided to make my own for a lot less. {$40}

Inspiration Lamps

First find a large wine bottle or jug. I found mine in a basement at an estate sale.

The story: I decided to stop and look around at an estate sale not far from our store after a customer of mine told me they had great things. After walking through the entire house and basement with my hands full from all the great treasures, I found a whole closet full of old wine in these beautiful bright green and clear glass jugs for $3 each. I took advantage of this great find and grabbed 10 or more. People just kept eyeing me and asking me, "Your not going to drink that are you?" I said over and over again, "I'm not; I'm just using the empty bottles." They couldn't see past the nasty old wine in the bottles, all I was thinking was these bottles will make beautiful lamps and vases when I get them cleaned up! You never know what you’ll come across; I’m constantly on a search for great pieces to repurpose.

Next you will need a bottle lamp kit which you can purchase in any craft store or hardware store. You can find a cork in your bottle lamp kit which is to cover the opening of the wine bottle. Bottles in different sizes are also applicable to most bottle lamp kits. If not, have your local lighting or hardware store assist you in the parts you may need. I decided to run the cord from the socket instead of the base of the lamp, so I didn't have to drill a hole in the glass bottle. Finally find or buy a lampshade, harp and finial of your choice to finish off your bottle lamp, now it's ready to shine.

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I'm linking up with House of Grace, Show and Share, Thrifty 101,

Stuff and Nonsense, Feathered Nest Friday, Meg and Mum, Common Ground,  

Thrifty Decorating, No Minimalist Here, A Bowl Full of Lemons, Southern Lovely, Girlish Whims, The Shabby Nest, The Shabby Creek, Very Merry Vintage Style, Primp, Wow me Wednesday at Gingersnap Crafts, Lil Luna, Clean and Sensible, Restore Interiors, Nifty Thrifty Tuesday at Coastal Charm, Tip Tuesday at Home Stories A to Z, Time to Shine, Thrifty Decor Chic, Trash to Treasure Tuesday, Nifty Thrifty Things, Liz Marie, and Not JUST a Housewife DIY Contest.

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