There’s something instantly uplifting about walking into a room lit by a beautifully patterned lampshade, and nobody understands that better than Camilla, the maker behind The Lamp Millinery. Known for her joyful use of colour, playful scallop shapes and striking contrast trims, she has built a brand that celebrates bold interiors and personality-filled spaces. What began as a creative project during maternity leave has grown into a thriving handmade business, with her distin

Today we’re meeting Sharon, founder of Posh Lampshades, whose discovery of soft lampshade making five years ago transformed the direction of her business. Since then, she has honed her craft to create luxurious, truly original lampshades that bring character and individuality to her customer’s homes. Originality lies at the heart of Sharon’s business. Alongside carefully curating fabrics and trims full of personality for her ready-to-buy collections, she is passionate about r

A beautifully designed lamp can completely transform a space, adding warmth, personality and a unique finishing touch to your home. At Dannells, we believe that creating your own bespoke lighting is the way to get exactly the look you want to achieve. Whether you’re painting a wooden lamp base, selecting stylish cabling and fittings, or crafting a coordinating lampshade, we provide every component needed to create a truly one-of-a-kind lamp, from start to finish. In today’s b

While making a lampshade is generally straightforward, the way fabric behaves can sometimes present a few challenges. One common issue is fraying around the lampshade spokes, which can affect the overall finish of your project. In this post, we'll share tried-and-tested techniques, expert tips, and recommended products to help you achieve a flawless fabric finish around your lampshade spokes. We've also gathered advice from experienced makers within our Lampshade Makers Faceb

A double-sided lampshade brings twice the style and creativity to your space, giving you the chance to combine not one, but two beautiful fabrics or papers in a single lampshade. Even more exciting, you can create a striking ‘silhouette’ effect - a hidden design that magically reveals itself when the lamp is switched on. In today’s blog post, we’ll guide you step by step through everything you need to know to achieve this eye-catching lampshade look, from choosing the perfect