DIY projects like this one are so great because they’re easy, but they also make a big impact. How to Cover a Lampshade with Fabric Print Learn how to easily recover a lampshade with fabric without dragging out your sewing machine that looks stunning! Materials Lamp Shade Newspaper/Craft...
Create a lampshade using foam marshmallow, use the wooden bead to create a detailed lamp base, cover the lampshade with the cardstock, and use the cotton swab as your lamp post.[1] Foam marshmallow is a small piece of foam that looks exactly like marshmallow. Cardstock is similar to ...
First use a vacuum brush or soft, dry cloth to wipe or brush off the inside and outside of the lampshade. You will need: • A sink, tub, or basin deep enough to fully submerge the lamp shade • Laundry detergent or dishwashing liquid • A soft brush or cloth • Rubber or lat...
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. T...
A room without texture can appear flat and one-dimensional. By introducing different textures, you create layers that the eye can travel over, making the space more interesting. Imagine a living room with a combination of a soft fabric sofa, a sleek wooden coffee table, a rough brick wall,...
How to Art: 2014 | Artist | Audrey Love from Elsewhere First off, I must extend a HUGE thanks to the Elsewhere Museum. I was fortunate enough to be granted a residency there, and it opened so many new worlds to me. I left that place with new friends,
Can I make a lampshade for my DIY lamp? Absolutely! Making your own lampshade is a great way to further personalize your lamp. Materials like fabric, paper, or even pressed flowers can be used. The key is to choose materials that can safely withstand the heat from the bulb and are compa...
Step 5:Top with your lampshade and turn out the lights. Tips: If you're using vellum or tracing papers, try to keep your glue or tape line straight, as it will show more on these papers. You can use edging scissors to add a decorative edge to the bottom (or top, or both) of yo...
but then ended up cutting them up for sewing projects over the last 11 months (Reuse-recycle-repurpose!), so I needed new furniture covers. Plus, my house mate bought a giant leather couch that was longer than any standard sheet size so I needed plain ol' 120" width fabric to do the...
If a piece still works, there's a tendency to hang onto it. What is different is that today we have the luxury of combining practicality with choices influenced by an educated eye and personal flair. Where you've been tells part of your story, but so does the way you mix up heirloom...