www.womanthismonth.com 53 March 2015 easily available in the market. They can be concealed in recesses or in and around shelves for a more relaxed and contemporary look. LIGHTING THE OUTDOORS When it comes to lighting the veranda or your garden, a little goes a long way, primarily because you do not need as much light outside as you do indoors. However, do bear in mind which areas need more intensity, such as the driveway, paths, stairs, patio and gazebo. Throw spots from below on any architectural features that need highlighting for a dramatic effect. If you happen to have a fountain or special landscaping, illuminate with incandescent bulbs that add pleasing accents. 1) Collect a few tea-light cups with a wire handle from a nearby discount store. The ones shown in the picture were about 500 fils each. 2) Tie a thin ribbon or string on the wire. 3) You can now hang them on a horizontal rod, hooks on a wall or maybe even the grille of the air conditioner; suction side of course. 4) Drop in scented tea lights and enjoy the balmy glow. Do It Yourself The colour of the walls, furniture, rugs and the height of the ceiling will dictate the kind of light fixtures needed and their respective intensities. Majorly overlooked, the walls provide the perfect canvas for you to employ innovative techniques. Be it bouncing off a beam, enhancing colours or creating textures, a lot can be done by just experimenting with different bulbs and angles. If the room is small, you can achieve a uniform soft glow by reflecting light off a pastel-coloured wall or the ceiling. For increased illumination, you can also place a big mirror or arrange a few small ones that’ll further brighten the room. A textured, tiled or brick wall comes alive when warm light spots are thrown on it in a downward direction or at intersecting angles. You can also use a variety of LED lights which are Here’s how you can create a colourful tea-light chandelier.
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