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Where to Put Little Lamps

June 11, 2013

I’m always up for a challenge.  Especially when it has to do with cute lamps.

 

mini lamps

 

Chelsea of Yours Truly recently opened an online home accessory & furnishings shop on Joy & Revelry and asked me to be part of a “white box challenge.” She chose a surprise item from her shop and sent the same thing to me and several other bloggers, asking us to show how we would use it in our homes.  Mine arrived first.  It’s always a good day when a pair of lamps show up on your doorstep. 

 

decorating a mantel with lamps

 

 

These lamps are small—16 inches tall—and compare in size to a wall sconce.  So, I decided to use mine in a similar way.  I carried them around the house trying them in different places before they landed on the mantel (for now, anyway).  The previous homeowners made a lot of good decisions when they built, and putting an outlet on the mantel was one of them.

 

outlet on fireplace mantle

 

 

The size makes them really versatile.  If/when I ever find a small table for our powder room, I think they’d be perfect in there.  They’d also work on a desk, or a kitchen or bathroom countertop.  For now, mine are happy here:

 

living room lighting

 

 

To learn more about Chelsea (she’s also the mom of twins) and her personal style, you can watch a short video on her site here.  And, if you’d like to do some shopping, she’s offering 10% off with this promo code: YT_WHITEBOX_10 (expires Aug. 1st, 2013).

 

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  1. Esther says

    June 11, 2013 at 12:01 pm

    The lamps are darling, Emily! But, truly, what makes them work is the black and white ginger jars. I love it!

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  2. Naz says

    June 11, 2013 at 12:09 pm

    I love the look of those lamps. Then again I’m a lamp addict lol. It was very smart of the previous owners to install a plug on the mantle.

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  3. [email protected] says

    June 11, 2013 at 12:39 pm

    Very cute little lamps indeed! xo Kristin

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  4. theanatomyofdesign.com says

    June 11, 2013 at 12:46 pm

    love the size of those lamps! and i love that they add another black element to your home.

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  5. Bethany [at] Powell Brower Home says

    June 11, 2013 at 2:00 pm

    i LOVE those little goobers. so cute!

    Reply
  6. Melissa W. says

    June 11, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    Love the lamps! Love even more how you incorporated the black & white throw in the picture! It all blends perfectly!

    I am a mom of twins. I call them “the destroyers!” How you keep blankets and pillows in one spot!?

    Reply
  7. Melissa from the Blue House says

    June 11, 2013 at 2:22 pm

    Love the touches of black in your room. Also that paint color… what is that?

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  8. Alexa says

    June 11, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    They are seriously adorable! Love the shape of them!

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  9. Karen Albert says

    June 11, 2013 at 3:07 pm

    Emily I adore these special little lamps. They are perfect with your decor! Super impressed with the outlet on the mantle. There are two spots, including that one that outlets would have been a blessing in my home! Builders take heed!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena
    Giveaway from Splendid Sass.

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  10. Amber B (Simple Dwellings) says

    June 11, 2013 at 5:34 pm

    How fun! I love that you treated them like sconces… genious idea! I absolutely love them on the mantel. I also agree they would look great on a counter, if you ever want to change things up later on.

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  11. Maria Morley says

    June 11, 2013 at 11:23 pm

    They look so cute on your mantel! I love that you repeated the black and white in the jars next to the lamps. Looks great!

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  12. {Hi Sugarplum!} says

    June 12, 2013 at 3:49 am

    Ha! I did the white box challenge with a gold vase/bowl, and it ended up on my mantel, too! I’m becoming more obsessed with your mirror everyday. That’s all.

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  13. dervla kelly says

    June 15, 2013 at 2:48 am

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  14. dervla kelly says

    June 15, 2013 at 2:49 am

    ooooh i love this idea! I need more lamps in my home and hate overhead lights.

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  15. Meredith says

    June 27, 2013 at 11:19 am

    The mantel is perfect!! Love the lamps and jars together.
    On another note, I’ve been looking for a brass lamp exactly like that…. would you share where you found yours?

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    • Emily A. Clark says

      June 27, 2013 at 11:49 am

      I found that one at HomeGood in the clearance section but it’s been several years ago :)

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    • Emily A. Clark says

      June 27, 2013 at 11:49 am

      “HomeGoods”

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    • Meredith says

      June 28, 2013 at 5:58 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  16. Julia Konya says

    June 27, 2013 at 5:53 pm

    Just saw Kirstin’s and I love yours on the mantel. You are lucky to have an outlet!

    Reply

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