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This just in, Dimmable Compact Fluorescent Pendants are now available from Meyda Tiffany. Here is their press release:

Meyda Custom Lighting is proud to unveil Dimmable CFL Pendants featuring beautiful mica and art glass designs.

Energy Efficient CF Lamps.

Dimmable Options.

Custom Crafted in the USA.

So what does that mean for you? Beauty and energy efficiency, that’s what. Soon (one would think anyway) all the lighting manufacturers will get on the dimmable fluorescent bandwagon, but Meyda is one of the first out of the starting block. And Meyda is made in the USA, so that means tax credits for all of you out there. You get the Meyda quality, Tiffany glass, energy savings and now tax credits. So what else do you need? The revolution will not be televised, but it will be illuminated.

Talk about organic! The Meyda Tiffany Twigs Rustic Six Light Chandelier (product page: http://www.affordablelamps.com/mey-67729.html) is the Euel Gibbons dream fixture (“Ever eat a pine cone? Many parts are edible!”). These Twigs are definitely not for kids, at a hefty $2,700.00, but might be for you if you own a log cabin, hunting lodge, ski resort or a new age recording studio nestled out in the Colorado backwoods. This rustic lighting chandelier measures 36″ in diameter by 41″ tall, with an overall height of up to 149″, and is supplied with nine feet of chain and ten feet of wire, and is UL listed for damp locations. It is made in the USA, out of real twigs! Wow, the ultimate recycled light fixture that is truly green. This chandelier is sort of creepy, in my opinion. Its looks like a prop from a SAW movie, or FRIDAY 13th, or some other slasher film that I usually avoid like the plague. If you work on a Hollywood show like Supernatural (my personal fave), then this is right up your alley. It’s almost like this fixture will come alive at night!

So try to enjoy the daylight. Happy Halloween!

On October 2, 2009, Rio de Janeiro was awarded the site for the 2016 Olympic Games, beating out Chicago, Tokyo, and Madrid. Since I have family living in Rio, you can bet I will attend the event. For those of you who cannot afford to go, I promise I will blog about it. In the meantime, to get into the mood, check out this cool, (or as we say in Portuguese, masa) mini ceiling light. The Handkerchief Electra Fused Glass Mini Ceiling Light (product page: http://www.affordablelamps.com/mey-81326.html) from Meyda Tiffany is an exercise in contrasts. The copper canopy adds a touch of old world stability to the wild panoply of colors; yellow, red, black  and blue swirls set upon an electric blue background  for a mod art explosion of frenzy. This is the perfect light for a Brazilian Churrascuria, especially during carnival season (both winter and summer), and you will feel festive under its warmth. Features include 9″ wide by 14″high; adjusts to 78 1/2″ height, vintage copper finish and includes 1 blue multi-hued fused glass shade and uses one 60W medium base bulb. Now, get ready to samba!

“It had to be good to get where it is. Around the corner from anywhere. The best friend thirst ever had. Whoever you are, whatever you do, wherever you may be, when you think of refreshment, think of ice cold Coca-Cola. Coca-Cola … along the highway to anywhere.”

And coming to a pool hall near you. The Coca Cola Billiard Lighting fixture by Meyda Tiffany measures 24″ long by 16″ wide and 8″ tall, with an overall height of up to 49″, uses six 100 watt bulbs, and is supplied with thee need chains hardware and wires (pool cues sold separately). (product page: http://www.affordablelamps.com/mey-74069.html) It is UL Listed for damp locations,  including sweaty billiard dens, humid pool side games rooms, or the family garage, basement or rumpus room. For a paltry $414.00, “here’s the real thing.” “Make It Real,” with a Meyda Tiffany Coke Billiard light. So even if you loose the game, who cares, because “Things go better with Coke.”

“Things go better with Coke.”

“Coke adds life.”

“Have a Coke and a smile.”

And my favorite, “The Pause that refreshes.” We all know it, and most of us drink it. Known worldwide as the most recognizable beverage, the Coca Cola logo is Iconic, for sure, and you can find it in every country on Earth. And now, thanks to Meyda Tiffany, you can hang it high, in the comfort of your own home. This Coca Cola Medallion Window Art (Product page:  http://www.affordablelamps.com/mey-106226.html) measures 21″, and features opaque red stained glass, in a regular or bottle cap version. Put it in front of a bay window, and get an effect “as pure as sunlight.” “You can’t beat the Feeling” with a Tiffany Coca Cola window stained glass art. Get that “Ice-cold sunshine” feel with Meyda Tiffany, and Coca Cola. “Enjoy.”

Bottoms Up! These Tuscany Wine bottle lamps look better than the picture presented here.  Manufacturered by Meyda Tiffany, they are available i(and I always have a spot of wine with Breakfast, don’t you?) Measuring 3″ wide by 13″ high, these are obvious choices for Winery’s, tasting rooms, wine bars, and night clubs. It uses a 40Watt T6.5 bulb, for just enough illumination. The price is affordable, so you can order by the case. Good for your heart and easy on your liver, Tuscany Wine Bottle Mini pendants will have you toasting to your health every day, and setting the mood every night, for the never ending party in your home.