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Decorating With Ladders

June 26, 2012

I have been searching for a ladder for my kitchen.Not to display fabric on.But to place on top of my two cabinets.Oh I love using them for displaying fabric.But I already have two of those.Finding a ladder was not easy.I needed the right size.And I finally found one.

Love how this joins my two cabinets together.Ignore the inner cabinets.I still have not finished that.I will when my daughter goes back to school.
See that old milk cooler/tin?

I added these stick on letters and numbers.Sanded them down and added some antiquing.

My light fixture was originally a brass fixture with glass inserts.I took all the glass off spray painted it and added a little bling.Cost was 10.00.I had to shorten it a bit too.

To make the holders look like candles I added some hot glue drips and antiqued each of them.Cost was free I had everything I needed.

A wood box filled with dried hydrangeas and an old plate.Next to it a white bowl and pitcher.
I may have to adjust my window.Not sure yet.Still playing around.
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Anne

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  1. Sharon says

    June 26, 2012 at 5:08 pm

    That is absolutely adorable! I love the title of your post…such a cute play on words!
    Sharon
    Found you at cowboy up
    hope you’ll stop by for a visit!

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  2. Blondie's Journal says

    June 26, 2012 at 7:38 pm

    I LOVE the new ladder, I have been looking for just the right one, too! And you did a wonderful job on the light fixture! Yay!

    XO,
    Jane

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  3. KATHY says

    June 26, 2012 at 8:57 pm

    Hi Anne, That looks so good!! Perfect spot for your ladder. I love the box on top too!

    Kathy

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  4. Ceekay-Thinkin of Home/Doublewide Decor says

    June 26, 2012 at 10:08 pm

    Oh I love the ladder like that…perfect!

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  5. Lynn@ The Vintage Nest says

    June 26, 2012 at 10:56 pm

    Anne, I am just lovin’ that white ladder. How clever of you! And girl, …. I never would’ve thought of hot glue drips…..What a GREAT tip! 🙂 HWW

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  6. Petite Michelle Louise says

    June 26, 2012 at 11:00 pm

    i think it’s ever-so-clever…loving it!! (and all of your beautiful touches). Visiting by way of White Wednesday! 🙂 nice to meet you!

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  7. Sharing Shadymont says

    June 26, 2012 at 11:35 pm

    Lovely idea! It would also make a great pot hanger, although I like your way better. Your light fixture is so pretty too!

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  8. Carolyn says

    June 26, 2012 at 11:47 pm

    I have the same light fixture! I am amazed at how you transformed it!! will you do mine?? Geez, now I want mine to look like that!

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  9. Erin~Just*Grand says

    June 26, 2012 at 11:54 pm

    That ladder is such a great, original idea! Love the finish and how you have added that great light fixture too. I’ve been a kitchen designer for 24 years and I am very impressed! Visiting from Faded Charm. I am your newest follower.

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  10. Rosemary@villabarnes says

    June 27, 2012 at 12:17 am

    Another cool idea. It adds great architecture.

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  11. Cathy @ My 1929 Charmer says

    June 27, 2012 at 12:37 am

    I love ladders and really love how you used a ladder above your cabinets, what a creative idea. I also light that you added the light fixture. Really cool! Now following you on Facebook!

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  12. chateau chic says

    June 27, 2012 at 12:41 am

    What a great idea putting a ladder to connect your cabinets. I’m sure you’ll have fun with that. Love it!
    Mary Alice

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  13. Kelly says

    June 27, 2012 at 12:50 am

    I love the idea of using a ladder like that! How creative you are to think of that. It adds such a unique touch. That light fixture caught my eye too. Love the way you changed it up.

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  14. Sandy says

    June 27, 2012 at 1:25 am

    Great ideal. You have a wonderful kitchen, lots of very clever ideals.
    Sandy

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  15. Kris Vogelsang says

    June 27, 2012 at 1:28 am

    Super idea! Love the ladder. You have got some great talent and ideas!

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  16. Inspired by you says

    June 27, 2012 at 1:38 am

    Looks great! Love it!

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  17. Ivy and Elephants says

    June 27, 2012 at 2:41 am

    What a clever idea! Love the way it looks, and you’ve added just the perfect accents. If you’d not said anything I’d have thought the light fixture came that way! Amazing, you did a fabulous job!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  18. Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures says

    June 27, 2012 at 3:03 am

    What a wonderful idea, it adds so much interest. It was well worth the wait to find just the perfect ladder. Love your light fixture transformation.

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  19. Vickie @ Ranger 911 says

    June 27, 2012 at 3:16 am

    The perfect way to connect your 2 cabinets! I’d lower the window, unless it obstructs your view. But it’s a window, so you can see through it! :@

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  20. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    June 27, 2012 at 3:25 am

    How fun, I love it. Such a cute idea. The ladder is fabulous and so is the light. Hugs, marty

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  21. NanaDiana says

    June 27, 2012 at 4:42 am

    I absolutely LOVE it- what a great idea- xo Diana

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  22. Daniela @Frugal Aint Cheap says

    June 27, 2012 at 1:27 pm

    I like the ladder with the cabinets! it adds interest!

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  23. Passionate for White says

    June 27, 2012 at 2:25 pm

    Love the look of the ladder….and EVERYTHING else!! Just became one of your newest followers and I’m looking forward to going through your archives for sure.

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  24. Linda @ it all started with paint says

    June 27, 2012 at 3:00 pm

    I think I love that ladder across the cabinets … and I think I’m peeking into my very own kitchen and wondering if I could find a ladder to straddle the cabinets that straddle the sink …

    🙂

    Linda

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  25. Kate says

    June 27, 2012 at 3:16 pm

    Anne that is absolutely so beautiful. Your photos are magazine perfect!!! How lovely and such an inspiration to me today. Have a terrific week!

    xoxo
    Kate

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  26. Meg says

    June 27, 2012 at 3:17 pm

    I love this Anne!! If I could find a ladder I would do this over my sink! Now I’m on the hunt for a ladder! CUTE!!

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  27. Swede Dreamer says

    June 27, 2012 at 4:11 pm

    Now that is creative!! I love this idea! I am your newest follower~would love for you to pop over for a visit! Angie

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  28. A Cottage Muse says

    June 27, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    I just love it Anne!

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  29. Ivy and Elephants says

    June 27, 2012 at 8:14 pm

    You did an amazing job. The ladder was the perfect touch. Love it!

    Paula

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  30. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living says

    June 27, 2012 at 11:25 pm

    Lovin’ the ladder! Your kitchen is so cute!!

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  31. Full Circle Creations says

    June 28, 2012 at 12:01 am

    This is so adorable. What a wonderful idea. And it looks great. Thanks for sharing at the All Star Block Party.

    Holly

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  32. Liz - Imageremix says

    June 28, 2012 at 2:21 am

    Can’t imagine ever thinking to remove the glass and reuse an old fixture like that. That’s great and the whole area looks very cool.
    Liz

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  33. THE FARMHOUSE PORCH says

    June 28, 2012 at 1:50 pm

    I love all of your creative ideas…you have an eye for style!
    ♥Linsey

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  34. Cynthia says

    June 28, 2012 at 4:18 pm

    What an amazing project. I love this idea. It looks great!

    Cynthia

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  35. Shasta Farrar says

    June 28, 2012 at 5:42 pm

    I really like your use of the ladder. I looks great and ties the two cabinets together. Thank you for linking up to our All Star Block Party. I’m going to feature this today on my facebook and twitter pages.

    Shasta @InTheOldRoad (new follower)

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  36. à la parisienne says

    June 28, 2012 at 8:27 pm

    Anne,

    What a pretty kitchen!
    I love how you’ve repurposed the items in your kitchen-the ladder, milk tin, and light fixture, and made them perfectly unique to your design.

    Mandy

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  37. jennspeacornpopnuts.com says

    June 28, 2012 at 11:09 pm

    That’s a great idea (bunches of great ideas as a matter of fact). Where would I begin? It’s all very creative and really neat. I have a little light not too far from yours – I like your idea enough to see about taking it to new looks … mine’s in the hallway … it could use some sprucing up!

    Great post – came by way of Liz’s Time Travel Thursday – Enjoyed my visit, Thanks

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  38. Carri says

    June 29, 2012 at 1:19 am

    I super love this… I pinned this I love it so much… I might go this way with my kitchen when I get to that part of my house rehab… I LOVE IT!! What an awesome way to decorate….

    Thank you for linking up to the ALL STARS BLOCK PARTY!!!

    Carri
    simplydonewright.blogspot.com

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  39. Rhonda says

    June 29, 2012 at 3:38 am

    What a great way to use a ladder as a focal point! I wish I had cabinets close enough to link with a ladder…

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  40. Megan @ Megity's Handmade says

    June 29, 2012 at 4:47 am

    I really love this!!

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  41. Art and Sand says

    June 29, 2012 at 8:22 pm

    I have always known that Life Isn’t Fair, but that you have found not 1, but 3 ladders is amazing. I have been looking for a ladder for the longest time. I LOVE what you did with the ladder. I actually want one to hang high across the top of my closet to hang my purses.

    I love your entire look!

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  42. Whimsey Creations says

    June 30, 2012 at 8:14 pm

    I love love love that ladder! I’m a ladder freak too and use them wherever I can. Your whole area there looks really pretty and that chandelier is to die for! Wonderful job!

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  43. Tammy says

    July 1, 2012 at 1:08 am

    I absolutely love this!!! Pinning it. What a great tip with the hot glue! I am your newest follower. I hope you can visit me sometime 🙂 Also, I would love for you to share this over at my Linky Party that is live now called Rustic Restorations Weekend.
    http://homespunhappenings-tammy.blogspot.com/2012/06/rustic-restorations-weekend-9.html

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    • Tammy says

      July 2, 2012 at 4:10 pm

      Yay, I am so glad you came by and linked this up to Rustic Restorations Weekend! Thank you!

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  44. Alabaster Rose Designs says

    July 1, 2012 at 2:03 am

    It looks just beautiful Anne!!! I love the box with the hydrangeas!
    Hope you have a lovely night!
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  45. Lorrie says

    July 1, 2012 at 5:36 am

    A very clever idea! I just may steal… I’m pinning!

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  46. Stacey says

    July 2, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    The ladder is an adorable addition! So stinkin’ pretty! I love the entire vingette – looks great! Thanks for linking up this week!
    Stacey of Embracing Change

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  47. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    July 2, 2012 at 5:27 pm

    What a cool project! It looks unique and amazing!

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  48. Betsy@ coastal-colors says

    July 3, 2012 at 2:09 am

    Love this, Anne! Congrats on your feature! You’ve have an amazing eye!

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  49. Revi says

    July 3, 2012 at 4:27 am

    Hi Anne – LOVE the ladder, and the look of your kitchen. I just wanted to say congrats on your feature at Cowgirl Up!
    -Revi

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  50. Jeannine says

    July 3, 2012 at 5:55 pm

    I think it looks fantastic! Great job!

    Jeannine @ The Concrete Cottage

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  51. Ann says

    July 3, 2012 at 11:41 pm

    This is an incredible idea. The ladder is so clever, as is the light redo. Wow! Is the window hung from the ladder. It looks great! I’m pinning this. And I’m now following.

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  52. Sherry says

    July 4, 2012 at 12:58 am

    Brilliant! Love this! Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  53. Ms. Redo says

    July 4, 2012 at 1:02 pm

    What a great idea, I’ve been looking at my entry light since we moved here 3 years ago, wondering what I could do with it. I love your idea and will do a copy cat. Hugs ~ Mary

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  54. ✿ⒹⒺⒺ✿@ A Lapin Life says

    July 4, 2012 at 2:22 pm

    Oh wow! I love the ladder. It looks amazing above your cabinets. Your updated chandelier is beautiful.

    Dee

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  55. Cindy says

    July 4, 2012 at 2:55 pm

    Amazing, love it all!! I have a huge space above my cabinets and have had to get creative with the decorating. I currently have several vintage windows up there.
    Love your “make do” with the brass light fixture – very clever!!
    – Cindy

    p.s. I’m following you 🙂

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  56. Sally says

    July 5, 2012 at 7:05 pm

    What a brilliant and creative idea! LOVE the ladder!

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  57. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says

    July 8, 2012 at 4:06 pm

    Very pretty and what an original spot for your ladder.

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  58. Becca says

    July 11, 2012 at 4:53 am

    I just LOVE this! You did a beautiful job with it. I had to pin it, so I could remember it always!
    Thanks for the lovely post!
    xo Becca

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  59. ALM says

    August 30, 2013 at 3:51 pm

    WOW! I LOVE it!!! What a great idea and so creative! I’ve been looking for something to put across my cabinets like that, and now I am going to be looking for a ladder, as well! It is just adorable!!! Ana

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  60. International decor says

    December 6, 2013 at 7:08 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous. You really know how to put a beautiful ideas, thanks for sharing it with us 🙂 !!!

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