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Use the right-sized paper circle as a pattern to make the top of your wire lampshade frame. Twist one piece of wire around in a circle, making it the same diameter as your paper circle. Twist the excess wire over and around in a vine-like way. You will end up with a wire "wreath...
Making aDIY desk lampwith LED lights can transform any space into a cozy and productive area. This guide walks you through crafting your own unique lamp, suitable for various needs. From selecting the right type of wood for your lamp base, such aspine,oak, orbamboo, to exploring alternative...
DIY lampshade from scratch: making the frame 1 Decide on the dimensions of your lampshade.Use an existing one as a template to help you. 2 Define the size of the circles at the bottom and top. Put your template lampshade on a large piece of paper and trace circles around the bottom and...
While I love a custom patterned lampshade as much as the next design aficionado, it’s not exactly the best choice for those low on natural light. Bright white lampshades will make your lighting more effective and give the space an airy feel, as shown in the bedroom of thisIdaho home. ...
Be sure to add some extra leeway on the height so you can fully cover the foam. Once satisfied with your measurement, cut the cardstock and glue it onto the foam marshmallow for your lampshade. Add a drop of glue into the opening of the bead and stick the cotton swab in to complete ...
It’s helpful to have all of the supplies gathered in one spot. Once you get started, you’ll never look at random lids and boxes the same. For instance, a toothpaste lid can be a lampshade, an empty iPhone box turned into a refrigerator, or who knew a jewelry gift box was the per...
Lighting plays a pivotal role in setting the mood and ambiance of a space. One simple yet effective way to transform a room or a vignette is to switch out a boring lampshade or base for something more striking. Sue Jones, co-founder and creative director ofOKA, says: 'I’m a big beli...
The second of my secret garden ideas is to create a sense of privacy. In Charleston, you can often see into the garden but rarely get to see the whole thing. Often the gates or doors have peephole windows with wrought iron details that obscure the view even more. ...
6.MDF board—similar to the wood frame, I had a scrap MDF board that I cut from to create the part of the linkage that connects to the lampshade. 7.Nuts, Bolts, and Washers—ok I sorta cheated here because I actually had to get two ¼"-20 wing nuts and bolts from Home Depot ...