Friday, November 18, 2011

Bejeweled ~ the Knobs

For quite a while I have been looking for glass knobs to go in the bookcase doors. Glass knobs are very, very common and quite easy to find, the problem was that I needed them with brass rather than stainless fittings . I went to all of the usual places...Home Depot, Lowes, and many online sites. I found glass knobs in different colors, different shapes and different sizes...but none finished in brass. I think that details are one of the most important things in a room, so I held out and last week I found just what I was looking for.



I finally found them at Crown City Hardware, a store in Pasadena, California that specializes in reproductions for vintage home restorations. They have a catalogue for any of you that are looking for difficult to find items for older homes.


When I got home and really looked at these I realized just how pretty they were and really of much better quality than those at the big box stores. They have a 'jewel like' appearance that catches the light.


In fact I found them so attractive that I thought they deserved their own photo-shoot.


Today I got out my drill and installed them in the doors, they add just the understated sparkle I was looking for...I guess all in all it was worth the wait.


Thank you for visiting me. I hope you have a little sparkle in your day.


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23 comments:

  1. PondsideNovember 18, 2011 at 9:10 PM

    Just goes to show.....it's always a good thing to pursue one's original idea. Your little gems are very pretty, and a little sparkle is always good.
    Today?...coffee with a dear friend and a good catch up. I'd say that our conversation and laughter sparkled!

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  2. NimaNovember 18, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    wow...that looks really pretty

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  3. Jane and Lance HattattNovember 19, 2011 at 2:24 AM

    Hello Adrienne:
    You are absolutely right that, finally, it is all in the detail something which too often is overlooked for whatever reason, usually on account of cutting corners to finish a project. How sensible you were to have waited and patiently researched to find exactly what you had in mind. These glass and brass knobs are lovely and will, we are certain, continue to give pleasure for years to come.

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  4. Musings from Kim K.November 19, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    They are completely perfect and definitely photo worthy. Have a beautiful weekend admiring all your gorgeous handy work.

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  5. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsNovember 19, 2011 at 5:34 AM

    Oh! Those are just perfect. How beautiful.

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  6. TriciaNovember 19, 2011 at 6:04 AM

    Those are so pretty. Don't you love it when you find just the right thing? :)

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  7. KathysueNovember 19, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    Beautiful Adrienne, worth waiting for the perfect touch, they do look like jewels,
    Happy weekend,
    kathysue

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  8. annie@mostlovelythingsNovember 19, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    I love glass knobs and actually used them on our living room built in book cases. I also had a hard time finding exactly what I needed and had to order them. Next time I'm in Pasadena I'll check out that hardware store...I love a good hardware store! Your photos are beautiful and your little jewels look wonderful on your doors.

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  9. Christine E-ENovember 19, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    worth the wait... sparkly magic for your doors! love the tassel. Have a great weekend,,, are you planning Thanksgiving or will you go to Heather's?

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  10. HeatherNovember 19, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Your glass knobs were worth the trip to Pasadena! They are so pretty!

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  11. hostess of the humble bungalowNovember 19, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    I agree that those sweet knobs were worth waiting for...they look like crystal. Pasadena is a wonderful place to find vintage goods. What with Bungalow Heaven and all the renovations going on it seems like they have a captive audience.
    Enjoy your weekend!

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  12. CatherineNovember 19, 2011 at 1:06 PM

    They are beautiful Adrienne! Good weekend, Catherine

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  13. d e l i g h tNovember 19, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    They are lovely and make a great photo shoot! Glad you finally found what you were looking for and a better quality. Have a wonderful week.

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  14. Doll in the Looking GlassNovember 19, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    Who would have thought something as simple as knobs would look so elegant! You did a fabulous job pairing them with the pretty teacup.

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  15. HeatherNovember 20, 2011 at 12:36 AM

    there beautiful!! so glad you found the perfect thing!! what a search that must have been. They look lovely though ~Have a great week ahead Love Heather

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  16. UnknownNovember 20, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    Your purchases are full of light .....
    I like things that sparkle so much ....
    a kiss
    Sabry!

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  17. AnonymousNovember 20, 2011 at 8:03 AM

    The glass knobs are so elegant Adrienne! I'm so glad you were able to find them. I agree with you, it's the details that make the home spectacular.

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  18. Linda (Nina's Nest)November 20, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Love the sparkly knobs, Adrienne. They really add a lot of pizzaz! BTW, the view from your kitchen window in the previous post is gorgeous! Linda

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  19. ClaudiaNovember 20, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    They're awfully pretty! And absolutely deserving of a photo shoot.

    xo
    Claudia

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  20. Elegant EconomiesNovember 20, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Your cup overflows with sparkles! Your cabinet knobs are beautiful. New follower.
    Audrey at eleganteconomies.blogspot.com

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  21. Gail DixonNovember 20, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Your patience paid off! These are lovely and are indeed worthy of their own photo shoot. :)

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  22. AnonymousNovember 21, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    I so agree. The brass is much prettier! And your photos really do them justice.

    XO Diane

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  23. Pat@Back Porch MusingsNovember 22, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    Beautiful bouquet of glass and brass, Adrienne!

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