Sculptural paper orb lights. It’s wonderful to see so many DIY projects that take advantage of the humble paper globe light.
Just when I think I’ve seen them all, I come across a new one that I love, like this version created by Heather Jennings of Poppy Haus. While browsing her local Anthropologie store, Heather was inspired by two things: the ingenuity of the displays, all made with simple, everyday materials, and the Rhododendron Chandelier. Adorned with handmade, sculptural paper flowers, the chandelier is amazing, but at $898, Heather thought it would it be the perfect candidate for a DIY variation. Luckily, Heather stumbled upon decorative cupcake liners with an optical, graphic print that provided the perfect amount of depth and texture. By layering them over plain liners, she was able to create a beautiful effect on these orb lights; the organic, anemone-like shapes look lovely up close, far away, unlit during the day and glowing from within at night.
Materials Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Amanda Brown. Upholstery basics: how to make a lampshade. Although I’m admittedly a chair addict, they’re not my only obsession.
I am a sucker for lamps, and after years of collecting lamps in every size, shape and color, I found myself with a lot of lamps and no shades. The success (or failure) of a table lamp has as much to do with the shade as it does the base, yet there are surprisingly few options when it comes to ready-made shades. This month on Upholstery Basics, we’ll make a custom drum shade to inspire your next bright idea. Photography by Mel Cole — Amanda Read the full how-to after the jump . . . Materials fabricpainter’s tapemeasuring tapechalksquareyardstickpressure sensitive styrenepencilscissorshard, flat object like a plastic rulerbottom and top ringsbulldog clipswhite craft gluesmall paint brushweights for the seampaper tapesewing machinethreadiron Resources Fabric: Amy Butler Lampshade Supplies: Lamp Shop Don’t forget to check out Upholstery Basics: Tool Time to learn more about the tools we’re using today.
Instructions. Upholstery basics: constructing coil seats — part I. When I’m out scouring for diamonds in the rough, one of the first things I do is take a look under the hood, or seat in this case.
Coil springs are to chairs as horsepower is to engines, and while you could make it to work in a golf cart, wouldn’t you rather arrive in a Ferrari? This month on Upholstery Basics, we’ll be completing lap one of our coil spring Grand Prix. Over the next three lessons, we’ll accumulate the tips and tricks needed to rejuvenate coil seats and transform them from lumpy to comfy.
Put on your goggles, and let’s tackle some coil-spring tying! — Amanda See the full how-to after the jump . . . Materials gogglespliersstaple removerscissorsair compressor and air hosestapler1/2” long staplesjute webbingwebbing stretcherten 12 oz. upholstery tacksmagnetic tack hammerKlinch-It tool and fastenersbutton needle and button twine (can be substituted for Klinch-It)spring twine Don’t forget to check out Upholstery Basics: Tool Time to learn more about the tools we’re using today. Upholstery basics: room divider bulletin board. For the first time in several years, I’ve been spending more time at my desk.
And although I love the change of pace, the change of space needed a few upgrades. My desk sits against a wall in an open living room, so I built a room divider to create a cozy little nook for my workspace. Not only does it add a ton of personality to my “office,” but the back side also serves as an inspiration/bulletin board where I can pin up my to do list or a photo of the beach to perk me up when I get weary. You won’t believe how easy it is! — Amanda Read the full how-to after the jump . . . Materials plywoodsandpapersander (optional)6 hinges and screwsmeasuring tapechalkelectric drill/screwdriverscissorsDacrongogglesstapler3/8″ staplesair compressorregulatorfabricpliersstaple removerroll of 1/4″ thick corkutility knifespray adhesivedecorative tacks (optional)tack hammer with nylon tip6 nylon nail-in glides Instructions.