Cold weather has the same effect on me as it does molasses. I keep on going, but my pace is significantly slower. Unfortunately, that means that projects take longer which frustrates my urge to have everything done yesterday. A week and a half ago, I showed you this collection of misfit thrift store candlesticks.
Today, they're refreshed and are hanging out on the piano as a makeshift menorah. A psuedo-menorah AND a Christmas tree?? Yup, we're a mixed family. Neither Hubby or I are religious, however we love honoring the traditions we were raised with. Hubby knew that if he married me, I came with a Christmas tree. non-negotiable. Luckily, I'm apparently worth it. yay!
Anyway... yes, I am well aware that Hanukkah ended last night, but I assure you I had these up before... even though they didn't get lit.
Of the 9 candlesticks, 4 got cleaned/polished and 5 got spraypainted gold or silver. I always loved collections of mismatched candlesticks unified in some way. In fact, I dreamed of having them as my wedding centerpiece (sadly a venue with candle restrictions put the kibosh on that).
I really love the 2 brass ones. They polished up amazingly and will probably hang out in my non-holiday decor too. (You can also play "find the photog" in that pic thanks to a shiny ornament)
I have a few things up my sleeve for this week including a long overdue furniture refresh how-to, so stay tuned!