Kitchen Salvage = Extraordinary Light Fixtures

There are many things you can do with your unwanted and old items in your home. You just have to see the potential in them before giving them away or throwing them in the garbage. With the tools and a little creativity, you can actually turn your old kitchen items into some unique light fixtures to light up your home, gift, or possibly sell to make an extra buck. A lot of people love this type of quirkiness. Below are some great ideas to help get your creative juices going.





The light reflects nicely off these forks and spoons. Gives it a elegant look in a weird way.
Perfect for above a dining room table.
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I'm sure every kitchen has an old colander. With a little spray paint and love, you can create
any color or design you could ever imagine! Plus the glow of the light shining through each hole gives
off a cool design on the walls.
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This is so creative! I've never seen anything so awesome before. Why not use
all the old utensils in your kitchen and combined them together to create a
funky conversation piece.
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There are also a lot of vintage pieces of silverware that can be found in thrift stores and
antique shops. This piece would give your kitchen a old rustic feel.
www.gardenandgun.com/blog/houstons-finest



Again, the light shining through this cheese grater would be divine. Such a simple way
to give character to a room.
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This piece came from a really great website to give you more insiration. This lighting designer
specializes in fixtures made of kitchen items. It's almost an art form all its own!
www.interiordesignfiles.com/2010/12/beautiful-lighting-from-recycled.html




This is so awesome! This tea pot is definitely unique and the word creativity was
taken to a whole other level.
www.interiordesignfiles.com/2010/12/beautiful-lighting-from-recycled.html



Spoons and forks are definitely a popular item to use when making light
fixtures. This fixture stepped it up a notch and is made with all wooden cooking spoons.
Pretty imaginative don't you think?
www.decortoadore.blogspot.com/2012/07/utensil-storage-ideas.html