Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Mixed Pattern Pendant Lamp DIY

Years ago I was on a show called While You Were Out on TLC (which still airs on Discovery Family, BTW).  We gave an unsuspecting homeowner a room a makeover in two days, mostly to their delight, bus sometimes not.  Because we were always on a budget, this hanging pendant lamp became a staple for me.  It's bold, can be made to match any room and allowed me to spend my budget on more important things like sofas and rugs.  I often find sets of lampshades at thrift stores which are perfect for this project, so keep an eye out when you're shopping.  These were $2 each.  Remember, have fun and make messes...Oh, and don't forget to Make Your Mark!

Spicing up the patio
Watch how I made them here!
STUFF YOU'LL NEED
2 Matching lampshades
Fabric of choice
Glue gun
Butcher paper, ruler and scissors

HERE'S HOW:
1. & 2. Carefully roll the lampshade on the butcher paper (while tracing the edges with a pencil) to create the pattern and cut out
3.  Pin and cut on folded fabric
4. & 5. Spray the lampshade with E-6000 Spray Adhesive and press the fabric to the shade
6.  Hot glue the edge of the fabric down 
*use very little hot glue for this
7.  Match the fabric seams and glue the shades together with E-6000 Glue 
*don't use hot glue because the heat of the bulbs may cause your glue to melt
8. . Hot glue the 1/2" bias trim around the side to cover the seams, center and edges of the pendant
9.  Fold the end of the bias over 1/4" to give a clean finish
 Hang and enjoy!



5 comments:

  1. love your videos and now i love your blogs too

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    1. That makes me happy to hear Kendra! Big hugs!

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  2. I'm looking forward to looking through your blog archives!

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  3. What kind of light kit did you use?

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    1. I used an energy saving bulb because it doesn't give off heat.

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