We started our kitchen remodel about a year ago, and with running 2 businesses, traveling there are still a few things left to do. We have had multiple lights over our table and none of them have really fit our style enough to keep them. We love the style of hanging Edison bulbs, but they sooooo expensive.

When we started the remodel we searched and searched for a “cheaper” option and decided to get some lights from Ikea and modify things to get the look we wanted. Two days ago I was ready to start the light and I found the lights from Ikea were busted and would not work…. blah!
Amazon one day shipping to the rescue!

I found this awesome light for only $76.50 (original price $258!!!) All 10 light bulbs are even included. Beware the light bulbs are more of an orangey tone to them, and we are going to swap them out for more white ones. This will not be a full how-to, but I will share with you how I did what I did!

Tools:
electrical tape
tape measure
screw driver
voltage tester
utility knife
Pencil
drill
Lemon Essential Oil from Young Living

5 of the 10 light sockets had stickers on them. I used the lemon oil to remove the sticky residue.
5/16 drill bit – Pre drill the holes for the drywall screws
drywall screws – I like using these for securing the reclaimed wood (10 inches wide by 7 feet long) to the ceiling cause they are black and have good grip.
spade bit – Drill a hole for the wires
wire cutter and stripper

This light took about an hour to install. It is a very straight forward black, white, and ground wiring. For the $76, this light is awesome and is well made!

Below you can see the connectors for the wires. As you can see they are metal and the wires are covered in a nice cloth.

Here is the hub.

And Voila! You have yourself a handy dandy new Edison Style Light with Reclaimed Wood and you didn’t have to break the bank.

Whether you’re hiking in the snow-capped Swiss Alps or playing in the sun, physical activity can take a toll on your body. The best way to relax at the end of a busy day is a soothing bath. For an even more relaxing experience, you can sprinkle in these Soothing Floral Bath Salts.

This recipe has three different types of salt – medium and fine grained Dead Sea salt and Epsom salt – for an extra luxurious experience. It is scented with a light and floral combination of Orange Blossom Candle and Soap Fragrance Oil and Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil. As an extra special touch, there are several types of flower petals in the bath salts that will make you feel like you’re bathing in a mountain stream.

What You’ll Need:
8 oz. Medium Grain Dead Sea Salt
6 oz. Fine Grained Dead Sea Salt
6 oz. Epsom Salt, Extra Fine
6 mL Orange Blossom Candle and Soap Fragrance Oil
3 mL Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil
3 heaping Tbsp. Rose Petals
3 heaping Tbsp. Lavender – Grade 1
3 heaping Tbsp. Dried Calendula
3 Tall 8 oz. Plastic Bail Jars
Optional: Droppers

ONE: In a large bowl, add the medium grained Dead Sea salt, fine grained Dead Sea salt and Epsom salt. Stir together with your hands. Wear gloves if you’re making these to sell, or, want to protect your manicure.

TWO: Add 6 mL of Orange Blossom Candle and Soap Fragrance Oil and Lavender 40/42 Essential Oil. Using your hands, stir to fully incorporate the salts and fragrances. Do note that Lavender Essential Oil + salt will effectively scour your nail polish right off your fingernails.

THREE: Add 3 heaping Tbsp. of the lavender buds, rose petals and calendula.

FOUR: Using your hands, stir in the flowers until they’re completely incorporated.

FIVE: Spoon in the mixture evenly into bail jars. Enjoy! If you’re not a fan of herbs in your tub because you’re worried about drain clogs, these amazing muslin tea bags work wonders for releasing all the goodness of the herbs and salt while keeping your drain herb-clog-free.

Cook time
20 mins

Total time
20 mins

Sprinkle these Soothing Floral Bath Salts in your tub for a relaxing experience!

Recipe type: Bath Salts
Serves: Three 8 oz. Jars