You can actually buy a kit that will convert your recessed light into a junction box where you can hang any kind of light that you want.
Converting recessed light to chandelier.
Using a simple pendant conversion kit we were able to transition our can lights to a couple of mini chandeliers.
Remove existing recessed fixture by twisting out light bulb turning and removing casing and releasing clips that hold recessed light shell to socket.
Converting a recessed light to a pendant materials.
Leave existing socket in place.
Recessed lighting pendant converter kit.
Turn off the electricity to the light fixture circuit at the main electrical panel.
Screw the prewired socket adapter into the recessed fixture.
Converting a recessed light to a pendant instructions.
Measure the height from the ceiling that you would like your pendant light to hang.
Disconnect and remove the trim from the recessed fixture.
How to convert a recessed light to a hanging light.
Preassemble the mounting bracket which will support the new pendant light.
Remove the light bulb from your recessed light fixture.