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

Adding a wide, eye-catching trim to a handmade or existing lampshade can completely transform its look - and it’s an easy technique to master. Follow our simple step-by-step tutorial to achieve the perfect trimmed lampshade finish. We’ve used a fabulously bright Aztec-inspired trim from Sew Cool, but the same method works beautifully with any style of trim, including the braids, fringes, and tasselled designs available in the Dannells Trim range. What you will need: Needcraft

At Aimee Alice Payton, you’ll find an eclectic mix of traditional soft and hard handmade lampshades, each inspired by Aimee’s keen eye for distinctive trims and fabrics - many of which she has collected on her travels. Following a varied career in theatre design and working with historic Asian textiles, Aimee trained in upholstery and lampshade making, combining her creative vision with practical expertise. Today, she creates beautiful bespoke lampshade commissions from her e