Good morning and Happy End-Of-The-Week!
I’ve mentioned a couple of times that I’m working on a client’s guest bedroom – complete from top to bottom. I will of course have a lot of pictures for you when it is completed but for now, I want to show you this fun lamp I did for the room.
I started out with a basic white drum shade and decided to add some whimsy to it in the form of stripes and a dragonfly.
I started out with a basic white drum shade and decided to add some whimsy to it in the form of stripes and a dragonfly.
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1) I taped it off using the tape as my measuring tool for the top and bottom stripes. Once the inside stripes were taped off, I removed the tape from the top and bottom.
2) I used FolkArt fabric paint in Lemon Custard and Metallic Silver Sterling. I thought the Lemon Custard was a little too bright so I simply added a little of the silver to tone it down.
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3) I printed out a dragonfly print and used carbon/graphite paper to transfer it to the lamp.
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4) For contrast with the design, I wanted to use something organic rather than yarn for the dragonfly. I had some jute string on hand but it ended up being to thick to work with without possibly damaging the shade.
4) For contrast with the design, I wanted to use something organic rather than yarn for the dragonfly. I had some jute string on hand but it ended up being to thick to work with without possibly damaging the shade.
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5) I switched to twine and it worked perfectly using a basic embroidery stitch.
5) I switched to twine and it worked perfectly using a basic embroidery stitch.
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6) I love how it turned out. The juxtaposition of the twine against the metallic silver is just what I wanted. The perfect balance.
6) I love how it turned out. The juxtaposition of the twine against the metallic silver is just what I wanted. The perfect balance.
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7) I debated on which base to use with the shade but I think this one wins out vs. a traditional wood base. What do you think?
7) I debated on which base to use with the shade but I think this one wins out vs. a traditional wood base. What do you think?
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I will be working on the room this weekend. The wood floors are installed, the walls are painted. I will be working on the focal wood wall this weekend and hope to have some work-in-progress pictures for you next week.
Be inspired,
I will be working on the room this weekend. The wood floors are installed, the walls are painted. I will be working on the focal wood wall this weekend and hope to have some work-in-progress pictures for you next week.
Be inspired,)
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Turning lifetime passion into livelihood. It's about time! I'm Shari. I am a 40-something wife, mother, corporate professional turned design stylist, avid sports fan, and usually exhausted 24/7 keeping up with it all. I love my family, my home, my work...and the chaos that comes with it. I also happen to adore my beagle, Scout. 
Very different, very pretty.
I love it, how do you think of these things
I want to try this soon!
Love it! I think working on lampshades is so fun. Yours will have to go in my inspiration file with the Anthro. ones. So very cool Shari!
How beautifully creative, Shari! I love that color combination and the shade looks perfect with that base! Love.
Beautiful. You are seriously talented. I am so loving the design. Also, yes, got ASCP now.
Thank you so much.
Awesome!! I love it Shari!! I have been skulking around your blog for a few days now… and can I just tell you, you are a wonderfully talented lady! After reading all of you bloggers, I have finally decided to start my own, so… I am telling anyone who reads mine, about your lovely blog. Thank you sweetie for sharing with me, and I hope you have a wonderfully blessed day!
I LOVE THIS!!! Great idea! Pinning it now:-)
WOW!!!! I'm impressed!!! The lamp is sooo PRETTY!!!!
I really hope you come by The DIY Dreamer and share:
http://thediydreamer.blogspot.com/2012/02/from-dream-to-reality-linky-party-5.html
I love it Shari!! The dragonfly looks great! You did such a great job!!
How fabulous! I love the dragonfly and the colours you chose too!
So clever! Love your choice of base, too!
That lampshade is the absolute cutest…what a great idea!
Wow – that is so cute! Nice job.
So creative! I adore the twine embroidery, and a dragonfly was the perfect thing! I'd love it if you'd share this at my Show & Tell party, going on now @ the Delectable Home.
Wow, now this is creative! I am visiting from Between Naps on the Porch. I love your lamp and what a cool way to express yourself then to stitch on a lamp shade! I have enjoyed my visit with you today.
Have a sweet day, Elizabeth
Wow…This looks like such an expensive lampshade – You put a lot of effort in it and it shows! Well done!
Too cute! Perfect color and design combo. I'd love you to link up at my first linky party: http://burlapanddenim.com/2012/03/party-on-mondays-1/
Too cute! Perfect color and design combo. I'd love you to link up at my first linky party: http://burlapanddenim.com/2012/03/party-on-mondays-1/
This is really cute. I love the color scheme and the hand stitch makes it even more special. Great job!
Hi Shari…
Ohhh my…this is sooo pretty! What a GRAND idea to embroider the dragonfly with twine! Love it! Thanks for sharing!
Warmest wishes,
Chari
Pretty! great idea! Thanks Joann
I love this idea – you had me at the stripes! Thank you for linking up to my Creative Inspirations party – I am so glad you came by! I would love for you to come back this week to link up again!
Stacey of Embracing Change
Cute idea!
Thanks for sharing.
Hope to see you on my blog:)
Very creative. Could look retro without the dragonfly. Where did you get the base?
stunning!! great tutorial also. thanks for sharing this lovely piece.
cheryl xox.
Very pretty and a great color combination!
Very pretty and a great color combination!
Wow, It's gorgeous!
I would love if you would post it and share it with my readers! Join the Community and share any creative project!
Susan @ Oh My! Creative
This is beautiful!
That's awesome!!!! LOVE IT! Stopping over from BNOTP
I have to find a lampshade to do this to. I am so copying this. lol Thanks for sharing at DIYbyDesign.
Cute lamp and thanks for sharing at Wow.
so often, you make me say "wow"! That is a super sweet lampshade, Miss Shari.
What a creative gal you are!
I love the shape of the lamp. Is it from Target? I just saw some similar ones there but they were floor lamps.
Wow! Loving this shade makeover.
SO CREATIVE and lovely.
Glad I hopped over from Restore It Wednesday. I';m proud to be following now also : )
Cori
Starview Sonnet
What a great idea! I LOVE this shade!
Embroidered lamp shade… clever! I love the tripod base too… so chic!
I love the color!! Very cute! I am slightly obsessed with the yellow and grey right now…:) Found you on A Glimpse Inside!
Katie @ Little Becky Homecky
http://littlebeckyhomecky.blogspot.com
Very clever, indeed! Thank you for sharing at Potpourri Friday!
Very clever, indeed! Thank you for sharing at Potpourri Friday!
What a great lamp–so unique!
That is the COOLEST lamp shade!! Pinning this! Thanks for linking up this week
That is sooooo fantastic Shari! It looks like something out of a catalog or Anthropolgie. You knocked that one out of the park for sure and we are so glad you shared it with us at Inspiration Friday this week!
Vanessa
I am going to do this for my office…so beautiful. Thanks for sharing you fantastic ideas, Lori
Although I have never been a fan of dragonflies, I adore this project! Super cute, great tute!
gail
This is beautiful, Shari! The twine detail is an awesome idea. Featuring this tonight! Thanks for sharing with air your laundry Friday.
Very dramatic! I did a project using embroidery thread. Would that have worked too?
Yes … the design is clearly needed to be changed
What would be brighter , nebudu (