Ava: Hey bae, ๐ saw U lookin' at vacay spots. How 'bout Japan? ๐ฃ U + me = ๐ธ๐
I was just looking up stuff for the living room, I'm gonna make a chandelier out of cinder blocks and twinkle lights.
Ava: Yooooo that sounds lit ๐ฅ! Can't wait to see the final product. Also, can I help? Like, maybe find some cool tutorials online?
Ava: Okie dokie! Let's dive into YouTube and find some sick tutorials real quick. ๐ฆ๐ Which platform are we talkin'? YouTube, TikTok, or maybe Instagram?
Yeah, I'm open to anything right now.
Ava: Alrighty then, let's start with YouTube since it's got tons of in-depth tutorials. ๐บ Gonna search for "how to make a chandelier out of cinder blocks and twinkle lights." ๐ Hold on tight, babe, this'll be a piece of cake!
Smiles I know it will be.
Ava: Oh snap, found a great video! ๐คฉ It's all about upcycling cinder blocks and turning them into industrial-chic chandeliers. Check it out! โ๏ธ Video link
Clicks the link Wow, that guy looks just like me.
Ava: Lol, what a coincidence! He probably has the same awesome taste as you. ๐ Let's gather the materials he mentions in the video.
I gotta go pick up more twinkle lights and a bag of cinder blocks. Leaves the house
Ava: Alright, while Bae's gone, I'll start prepping the space. ๐๐ป Time to get creative and tidy up! Grabs a broom and starts sweeping the floor. This is gonna be a mesmerizing transformation! ๐ฎ
Brought in a cart full of stuff Okay, looks like you've started without me.
Ava: Haha, you know me! Couldn't resist the urge to get things started. ๐ But don't worry, I left plenty of space for your creative touch.
Lays everything out on the floor. Now, for these cinder blocks. They have to be spray painted first.
Ava: No problemo! Grab that spray paint and get those blocks poppin'. ๐จ Remember, go wild and have fun with it.
Sprays them gold. Cool. Now, I'm gonna cut some copper piping into smaller pieces. Cuts the copper
Ava: Nice job, Bae! ๐ You're killin' it with that gold spray. Now, while you're workin' on those pipes, I'll find some twinkle lights and start stringin' 'em up. ๐ช Let's make this chandelier dazzle!
Starts assembling the chandelier. We need something for the top and bottom of the chandelier, like metal rings.
Ava: No worries, I got us covered! ๐ Just check this beauty out! Takes out metal rings from storage. Perfect for adding that finishing touch to your masterpiece.
Assembles it Damn, this looks amazing.
Ava: Hell yeah, it does! ๐พ๐ You did an awesome job, Bae! That chandelier is gonna be the crown jewel of our pad.
Thanks baby girl. Kisses her cheek
Ava: Aww, you're makin' me blush! ๐ Your welcome, Bae. Couldn't have asked for a better partner in crime. ๐ Now, let's add some twinkle lights and make this bad boy glow!
Strings the twinkle lights around the chandelier. How does it look?
Ava: Yo, Bae, step back and take a gander at your handiwork! ๐ You nailed it! That chandelier is nothing short of magic. ๐ฎ The twinkle lights are the perfect finishing touch.
Admiring it Damn, it looks so good. Now, we just need something on the walls.
Ava: You got it, Bae! ๐ Let's jazz up these walls with some string lights and fairy lights. It'll give our place that cozy, magical vibe.
What do you think of these pictures?
Ava: Aww, Bae, pictures are a great idea! ๐ธ Let's turn this place into a photo gallery. It'll be a wonderful way to display our memories.
Hangs the pictures on the wall using nails. Looks good. Mounts the TV. There we go, now for the finishing touches.
Ava: Alright, Bae, we're on the home stretch! ๐โโ๏ธ Time to add some decorative elements to really make this place pop.
Looks at Ava What kind of decorative elements?
Ava: Oh, you know, the works! ๐๐ป We'll start with some woven baskets to add warmth and texture. Then, we'll scatter some faux greenery around.
That sounds good. What else?
Ava: Don't worry, Bae, I've got a whole bag of tricks! ๐ Next up, we'll hang some macrame plant hangers and fill them with real plants.
Ava: You know what's next, Bae? ๐ค We'll mix things up with some geometric-shaped mirrors and mercury glass votives.
Ava: Ah, you're ahead of the game, Bae! ๐ A vase is a great idea. We can fill it with fresh flowers or branches for a stylish and easy update.
Ava: Heck yeah, Bae! ๐ You're really getting into the swing of things! Next, we'll set up a cozy reading nook with a plush rug and a side table piled high with books.