Using Found Objects To Make A Chandelier

When you think of a chandelier, undoubtedly delicate crystals or intricate iron works come to mind. You can use nearly anything to make a chandelier. If you want to continue a motif within your home or if you have a collection, the custom crafted chandelier is a great idea. Your chandelier can be elegant and graceful or perhaps you want to build a whimsical chandelier for your child’s bedroom. With just a tiny bit of electrical know-how, or with assistance from someone who has it, you can create a custom chandelier that will ideally suit your area.

“Found” Things
As you think about making a chandelier from found objects, part of the fun is choosing the objects that you want to include in your lamp. You can make a chandelier out of literally anything, including plastic milk cartons, kitchen utensils, old hardware and small pieces of wall art metal. You can choose items that are translucent, shiny or simply colorful. Locating the best materials for your project is part of the fun of creating a custom chandelier.

Baubles and Beads
If you simply look around your home, you can find all sorts of things that will work to make a beautiful chandelier. Another great idea for embellishments is old costume jewelry or unstrung beads. A trip through your kitchen can sometimes be beneficial in helping you find elements for a beautiful chandeliers. Possible embellishments can include everything from plastic cutlery to contemporary metal art or handcrafted wall sculptures. Or use old teacups in a Victorian inspired lighting fixture. You just need to use items that won’t melt or crack from the heat given off by the light bulbs; or place delicate pieces further away from the bulbs on your fixture.

Vines and Bones
Consider using driftwood, grapevine, or tree branches to create a chandelier for a rustic country space. For a rustic country ambience, you can also use animal bones and antlers. Again, you want to be aware of the heat that your light bulbs are emitting, and you want to make sure that your lamp is properly wired to be safe.

Antique Toys
A chandelier made from vintage children’s toys is a fun addition to a child’s bedroom. You can choose a single type of toy like a jack in the box, or you can simply mix and match the toys for a fun effect. You can start with a chandelier you already own as a base and then mount your toys on it, or you can build the entire chandelier yourself. As you are creating your chandelier, you may find that you will already have an idea for your next one.