did the trick. Remember when I wasn’t exactly sure what I wanted to do with these sconces in our entry foyer?
Then after you all came through in a major way with all of your wonderful suggestions I gave them a mini- transformation just by reinventing the candle sleeves.
Well, even after the mini transformation I still felt like they weren’t quite working for me. Sometimes it just isn’t right until it’s right. You know? I learned about the awesomeness that is rub ‘n buff from the extremely talented Janell of Isabella & Max Rooms. The main thing that wasn’t sitting well with me was the super shiny finish. I like gold. There’s no doubt about that, but something about the shiny gold of these fixtures just wasn’t working here. So, I ran not walked to my nearest Hob Lob and picked up some rub ‘n buff in gold leaf. (Before I used it on my sconces, I experimented with it on some cabinet hardware.) I just rubbed and buffed each sconce. I didn’t even take them down from the wall. Yes, I am a rebel; thank you very much!
Here’s how they look now!
Much better, no? Still goldtastic but in a not so flash back to the 80’s kind of way. I also changed the candle sleeves again! White greek key ribbon this time. I like this look much better. I’m actually sort of obsessed with my little tube of rub ‘n buff now.
The hubs is sceeered! I can’t help myself; it’s like the greatest thing since Coke Zero!
I mean look what Andrea did with the stuff!
From this…..
Amazing right?
Are you obsessed with rub ‘n buff too? It’s a tiny little tube that makes a BIG impact.
– Don’t forget the Pawmetto giveaway is still open! Your fur people will be so proud of you for entering!
*Linking up to Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style, Thrifty Decor Chick
I've been wanting to try this! We don't have Hobby Lobby's here so I'll have to research where to find it. Likin the transformation!