I’ve done a lot of succulent planters, and a lot of repurposed chandeliers, but this is my first succulent planter repurposed chandelier! It’s the second Wednesday of the month, so this project is my contribution to the Thrift Store Decor Team challenge. Be sure to check out all the other great ideas at the bottom of this post!
Repurposed Chandelier
Did you see the welcome porch post I made out of this black lamp post? Well, I considered marrying these two, but I decided to just do the post and save the chandelier for another project.
Dismantle the Chandelier
To begin a repurposed chandelier, you need to gut it, and remove all the wiring.
Remove Chandelier Light Sockets
First of all you will need to remove the light sockets where the wires are connected.
Patience is a must while dismantling all chandelier wiring. You will get better results if you follow these steps:
- Remove small screw
- Pull socket out of chandelier
- Snip wires with needle nose pliers
- Remove socket
Use needle nose pliers to pull the wires through the arm of the chandelier. Continue until all of the wires are removed.
Remove Components of Chandelier
Have fun with this part! Work with all the parts, removing them, and playing with the configuration of all the components. Designing the look of your new succulent planter repurposed chandelier allows you to be creative with the final outcome!
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Clean Thrift Store Chandelier with TSP
You never know what your thrift store items have been through. A thorough cleaning with TSP or similar degreaser is a must.
It’s very important to rinse off the TSP and the grease grime or whatever!
Spray Paint Succulent Planter Repurposed Chandelier
Because the brass chandelier is so shiny, it’s best to use a primer before painting.
Not Shown: Spray paint your repurposed chandelier succulent planter
This repurposed chandelier is so versatile! If you put your components together in different ways, you get different looks. By flipping the bottom cup, this succulent planter will rest on a table.
Repurposed Chandelier Succulent Planter
But attach the chain, the the bottom cup (upside down) and the finial on the bottom, the succulent planter can hang on a shepherd’s hook or in a tree.
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What’s the color? It’s Behr Spray Chalk Paint in Surf. It’s the same paint I used on the Repurposed Drawer Jewelry Organizer. Switching out the finial and the other parts really makes a big difference in how this succulent planter repurposed chandelier is used.
Now, let's check out the unique thrift store projects from my friends!
Tropical Tray
Topiary Trees in Vintage Candlesticks for Spring Decor
Stoneware Crock Makeover
Repurposed Chandelier Succulent Planter
Cheese Box Flower Display
Watering Can Spring Wreath
Gold Dipped Step Stool Makeover
Spring Decor Cloche
What will inspire you to think outside the box?
gail
Christy @ Our Southern Home
I love this idea! We are wanting to add more things like this to our flower beds. So looking for a chandy to do this!
Gail Wilson
I know you'll do me proud Christy! lol Seriously, you're so talented, I know it will be so pretty!
gail
Lizzy
So cute!
Maryann
Love the blue paint & I love succulents - such a CUTE makeover!!!
Debbie Westbrooks
Love it Gail and the color is my favorite! One day I'm going to make one, pinning it for inspiration.
Debbie
Sadie Seasongoods
Love that color that you chose!! I never get tired of chandelier projects, and this one is no different- perfection!
Kristin salazar
Super cute with the succulents !
Michelle
I absolutely love this!! What a beautiful way to spruce up and repurpose an old chandelier.
christinafayerepurposed
This is so cute Gail! What a great way to use an old chandelier! And you can't go wrong with succulents 🙂
Lori
I love what you did with this. Did you use real succulents? Thanks.
Gail Wilson
Lori,
No, not real succulents (yet). I didn't have any on hand to use in order to get this project published for this deadline. 🙂
gail
houseofhawthornes
That is adorable! Love the color you picked. You can't go wrong with aqua!