I don’t need a bigger house but, oh to have space for more chandeliers.  The chandelier was once just two beams of wood holding a mass of candles to create more than just a single light source; a luxury for the wealthiest.  Now chandeliers are objects of desire enjoyed by many and here are the ones I am coveting.

Rock and Royal’s quirky designs include this custom-made ship, as featured in a gorgeous interior by Jonathan Adler.  For a more understated, timeless option, I would choose Ochre’s artic pear or an oversized traditional crystal number as seen in Chateau De Moissac in France.

Made from over 6000 hand crafted beads from African clay and held together by an handmade wire skeleton, I love the rawness of the Mud Chandelier.  I found the picture on the right, on Pinterest ages ago and it reminds me of a magical fishing net filled with precious crystals.  I don’t know who designed it, but if you know, please share the information.

Obviously, the chandeliers above have taken much time and skill to make but perhaps they will inspire your own version.  Start by bending wire into the appropriate shape and if that sounds like hard work, you could find an old chandelier or lampshade at your local flea market.  Strip the chandelier down to the bone and then decorate with meditation beads, buttons, lego bricks, vintage jewellery, old mementos; anything goes.  The point is adding a personal touch can make even the most basic carcass come to life and there is no right or wrong, so give it a try and if you have children, involve them too.