Set the Stage

by Stephen


Here are some photos from our set change last week (click to enlarge). I am very pleased with the results. Our team did an amazing job (there were lots, even though you only see a few in the pictures).

For those of you interested in all the technical stuff, we found the chandeliers at a yard sale and Salvation Army. Two separate chandeliers, matched perfectly. We painted them gold. Total cost? Seven dollars. The art frames were found at a second hand store and those were painted gold with brush strokes of black to antique them. The art for the frames was printed on a high gloss banner paper that we painted over with Mod Podge to look like a painting. And the fabric was a steal at five dollars a yard. The entire set was achieved for less than $500. How’s that for creativity?

We played theme music as people walked in. I heard responses such as, “Wow,” “Breathtaking,” and “Powerful.” It made my day.

Stephen

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9 Responses to “Set the Stage”

  1. Jen Says:

    Looks great!

  2. brent Says:

    Nice pics, it does capture to a degree the incredible outcome of the creativity and hard work! Awesome job! It was a great addition to the irresistible environment. I believe it enhanced our ability to encourage everyone to live heroic lives for the sake of Christ. It made the service rock!

  3. Vicky Beeching Says:

    Hi Stephen,

    Brilliant blog… love it! I’m putting a link to you on my Blogroll.

    Saw Carlos (ragamuffinsoul) on your favorites. He rocks!

    Cheers,

    Vicky

  4. kg Says:

    great job you guys!!!
    it looks amazing….
    thanks!
    k

  5. Jim Drake Says:

    Great post—liked the chandeliers…. I’m a yard sale buff myself.

    Jim

  6. Angel Says:

    Thats pretty sweet looking!

  7. Chris from Canada Says:

    Hey Stephen - I just found your blog and I love it!! Great stuff!

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