Build A Lampshade

You know that ugly old lamp you have sitting on.

Build a lampshade.

Use an old lampshade as a guide or draw circles of varying diameters on a piece of. The thing about this diy lampshade is that no two lampshades are going to come out alike which is part of the beauty of dip dyed home decor. To complete this project you only need four supplies. Determine the diameter.

The next hour or so of your life will be much easier if. From there begin wrapping the twine vertically around the drum. Recycle your old lamp wire rings. Fabric dye water a paintbrush and a large tray.

Determine the diameter of the bottom of the lampshade. Untwist and straighten the wire coat hangers to make the lampshade frame. Take an old drum lampshade a large roll of twine and tie one end of the twine to the metal frame inside the drum. If necessary dab touches of hot glue as you go to ensure the twine remains in place.

How to make a lampshade from scratch. How to make lampshades method 1 of 3. Go slow and keep the columns neat. Work in one or more colors leaving the images as outlines for a more delicate look or filling them in for a stronger presence.