I bought this little lamp for a $3 at the dump some time ago. It had been sitting in my back room waiting for some inspiration. Some came yesterday when I saw some photos in a magazine of my friend Anna's shop Black and Spiro. She had the most beautiful lamp! It had a bright blue base, floral shade and red pom pom fringe. It was just stunning. So here's what I did:
- Took the lamp apart.
- Painted the base (2 coats).
- Made a template of the shade on some paper (measure circumference on either end + length).
- Cut out the fabric leaving about an inch around so as you can tuck/fold the edge under.
- Hot glue gun around the edges of the top and bottom of the shade and carefully attach fabric to the shade. Fold/glue edges under.
- Hot glued the pom pom fringing around the bottom edge.
- Put the lamp back together.
I hope everyone has a fabulous weekend. I have had a real tough week and appreciate all your lovely comments regarding my beautiful dog Truman. Thank-you. Simone xx
Hay Simone love the lamp re-do don't you just love it when things turn out even better than you imagined. Very vintage looking and the red base was a great choice in colour. Wood love to see some more pics of your home. Sandy
ReplyDeleteWOW, it's gorgeous Simone. You are one stylish thrifty lady.
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Simone - great job, I love the fabric with the pom-poms, gorgeous! I have a lamp base but have yet to meet the right shade (despite my thrifting efforts). Hopefully soon!
ReplyDeleteI somehow missed your post of Truman, but he was obviosuly a very special boy and looks like a very loving and loved pet.
Wow Simone! When I first saw the before pic of the lamp.. I was unsure about it and wondered how you were going to improve it but you totally transformed it! It's lovely!
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Hi Simone. You certainly are a clever girl! You've done a wonderful job on this lamp! Maybe I should send you my junk!! Have a great weekend. Julie
ReplyDeleteHow cute is that! LOVE the colors!!!
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That is sooooooooooooo cute and smart....I love the lamp base color!...
ReplyDeleteI have a few lamps that need some fabric and pom pom trim too!! Your re-vamped lamp looks wonderful!! Take care, Caroline
ReplyDeleteThat looks fabulous, especially when it is lit!
ReplyDeleteGreat work!! How clever :)
Irene x
Love the base you painted! That lamp looks as if it's purring it's so proud of itself now! A lovely job. I know. It's so hard when you lose your friend and family member. Thinking of you. xx
ReplyDeleteHow adorable! I love it! Brilliant Simone!
ReplyDeleteSimone, this is lovely! So vintage looking, so pretty! I'm always inspired here!
ReplyDeletePretty rose print, and I love the birdcage and ship in the background. The white chest with the wire front looks really nice, I'd love for you to post more pictures of it!
ReplyDeleteIt looks so great, you did such a good job!
ReplyDeleteI love the lamp! It looks great.. i love your use of color on the base.. very clever..
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Jolena
That is so stinking cute!! Did you save the original shade? I'm thinking you could make something from that...not sure what, but it has a good shape and texture. Maybe stick a glass vase inside of it and use it as a "vase cozy" for summer.
ReplyDeleteLosing a pet is so hard. I've been there. Just read another blog where a lady lost her dog. :( Makes me so sad for everyone. I know the pain. But it does get better after a while. We lost a dog to prostate cancer a few years ago (I know, who knew dogs could get prostate cancer?!) and it helped me to keep a journal. I was having lots of dreams about him, so I wrote down all of the dreams. I'd also write down favorite memories, etc. because I didn't want to forget anything. ((hugs))
It looks fabulous! You did a great job!
ReplyDeleteWhat an improvement! Your 'new' lamp is so pretty.
ReplyDeleteYou are just so so amazingly talented...always inspiring me...I LOVE YOUR LAMP!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat is absolutely beautiful!Way to go!:o)
ReplyDeleteLooks great, Simone. You are a regular Martha Stewart!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work! Love your use of pattern and color, and of course the pom-poms are the perfect touch. I'm always so impressed with your wonderful talents!
ReplyDeleteWOW...how awesome is that...you really are so talented and resourceful!!
ReplyDeleteThe lamp is so pretty now!!
What a massive improvement! I love what you did with that lamp!
ReplyDeleteHope things are going better for you.
Robin
Well aren't you clever! I adore it and you did a fabulous job!!
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Karyn
You've done such an amazing lamp revamp, it looks fantastic!!
ReplyDeleteOh that is beautiful, fantastic do over to one of a kind unique decor item.
ReplyDeletei'm inspired! (another one with a lamp base, awaiting the perfect shade...)
ReplyDeletea good friend of mine lost her beloved doggie a couple of weeks ago... she is bereft :(
i hope you can find peace soon, simone, in the absence of your truman xxx
Dear Simone,
ReplyDeleteIt was so special to us to see you again. Thank you so much for the visit to your gorgeous home. It was a lovely afternoon. Again I am so sorry about Truman but like me with our special boy, you will be able to go out and talk to him (even if those passing by think you are a little crazy). Trust me, it helps as silly as it seems. The lady who wrote the journal had a wonderful idea. Think I may try it myself as it isn't long since we lost our boy. Your lamp is beautiful, congratulations on a great achievement. Lots of love, Dee
Major transformation! Looks adorable...
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xo Laura
Oh its looking fabulous. Love it!!
ReplyDeleteLove the painted base!! x
ReplyDeleteThat is fantastic! Thanks for the inspiration :)
ReplyDeleteIt is just amazing! What a fantastic job--love the pom pom fringe.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant & beautiful Simone!
ReplyDeleteyou're so creative. you've done magic to the lamp, it looks beautiful. excellent work!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! I love the green pom pom fringe and the fact that you didn't do predictable red to match the base. Can't wait to see your next project. Leigh
ReplyDeleteYour lamp is so cute!!!! I love it.. how very inspiring...now I'll be keeping my eyes open for old lamps ;)
ReplyDeleteWoww!
ReplyDeleteGreat change!
Amazing.
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