Upcycling an old brass chandelier

Martha Stuart chandelier

Z Gallerie chandelier

I plan to upcycle my old brass chandeliers bought on craigslist to look like these beauties:
First, I will remove bulbs and sleeves and clean off all dust and dirt with paper towels; then I'll scuff up the brass surface with sandpaper to prepare for priming; then I'll use self-etching spray primer; then spray paint chandelier and chain et al. Found How-To article here.