Sometimes thrifting can turn out to be a complete bore. But when you find an awesome light fixture during your shopping, that thrifting trip becomes a complete SCORE. This fun, upcycled thrift store light fixture project was great to work on in between some of my larger renovation projects.
Thrift Store Repurpose Light Fixture
This repurpose light fixture was a simple DIY project to knock off on my TO-DO list, and everyone likes to mark something off of that endless list, right? I love to DIY It, especially when the option to BUY It is soooooo much more expensive. Like a lot more expensive! Can you believe this beauty only cost me $38 from start to finish?
Today we’ll take you through all the steps necessary to DIY a boring old thrift store light fixture, into something you can’t wait to see the sparkle and shine in your home. This easy upcycle is bound to give you that energy you need to check something else off of your endless To Do list, maybe even a bigger project.
Let’s get started and enjoy this amazing transformation together!
Supplies for Upcycled Thrift Store Light Fixture
- Gold Spray Paint
- Premium Can Tool Aerosol Spray
- Crystal Garland Strands
- Chandelier Crystals
- Clear wire
- White Linen Clip On Chandelier Lamp Shades
- Light bulbs
- Loctite Epoxy Five Minute Instant Mix
How to Upcycle a Thrift Store Light Fixture
- Remove the glass bulb covers.
- Spray paint the fixture your color of choice. I love GOLD.
- Add a few small parts to replace the glass bulb opening you removed.
- Add the perfect light bulbs to give the look you desire for your upcycled chandelier.
- Then hang the light and string your crystals from the center. Add as many or as few crystals as you desire.
- Remember to just have fun with it.
Tips For a Great DIY
- Always look for inspiration to help you on your journey of an awesome DIY project. I found some great examples of stunning light fixtures online that were selling for prices that were definitely out of my price range. But they were sure pretty.
- Gather the look you desire, find your inspiration, and believe in yourself.
- You can always recreate a similar look if you are willing to think outside of the box a little.
Can You Hang a Chandelier Anywhere?
The answer to this is simple. Yes, you can have a chandelier light fixture anywhere you want. This Upcycled Thrift Store Light Fixture would look great over your everyday or special occasion dining room table. One could hang beautifully within the front entryway of your home.
Can you imagine the beauty it would add to your high-ceiling walk-in closets? If you have a room in your house for it, then what are you waiting for? Let’s make it happen. You won’t regret adding this touch of glamor to your home, all while staying within a budget, too.
Where To Find An Old Light Fixture
If you are DIYER looking for an old light fixture, then you will want to search the following places:
- Thrift Stores
- Flea markets
- Facebook Marketplace
- Estate Sales
- Consignment Stores
- Used Furniture Stores
With a little bit of searching and luck, you are sure to find the perfect light fixture to help you start your own DIY project.
What Is The Best Spray Paint For This Project?
I really love to use Rust-Oleum. You too really like the finish it leaves on your projects. I love to use gold in a lot of my DIYs, but you don’t have to. What color would you paint your light fixture with instead?
There you have it! How to upcycle an old light fixture into a stunning chandelier. Check out my Upcycled Thrift Store Light Fixture Video tutorial on the entire process. Be sure to tag me on Instagram in your finished projects so I can see how amazing they are! #howwedoandyoucantoo
