One of the major DIY projects I took on for our Orlando home is the breakfast counter, complete with hanging lamps. It started with the need for food prep space in the kitchen. We noticed that the chest-high divider between the kitchen and the dining area could serve as the base for a breakfast counter. The handcrafting blood in my veins just flowed from then on.
Kitchen Area in 2007
The picture on the right (the “Before” photo) was taken a month after we moved in. Note the divider ledge.
Here are the stories and photos of the whole process — the breakfast counter and the Japanese hanging lamps — in my Multiply site and eHow tutorials:
How to Make a Japanese Hanging Lamp
Kitchen area before project.
Project completed in 2009.
Added the Kabuki banner.
Hey I just love the Lights you have created! Great design! Enjoying your writing too! You really are multi-talented! I’ve always admired your jewelry designs in the Stringing magazines, but did not know you have many more interest as well! Keep up the good work! A Fan of yours! Sandra G from Orlando Fla