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#memadeshade June winner
As we surpass the 4,000 entries mark, our #memadeshade Instagram competition goes from strength to strength and we'd like to say a huge...
Jul 8, 20214 min read


DIY Tutorial - Make and Paint Kit Scribble Sharpie shade
Our Make and Paint Lampshade Making Kits are for exactly what it says on the box, making and painting, but in our quest to try new,...
Jul 6, 20212 min read


Lampshade Kit Hack #7 – Applying bias tape to a shade
As well as being the creative vehicle for making your bespoke lampshade, our Lampshade Making Kits can be added to with easy #hacks...
Jun 25, 20213 min read


#memadeshade May winner
The glorious weather has arrived adding a bright, light feeling to our days and as usual, we've been inundated with plenty of glorious...
Jun 10, 20214 min read


Promote your Lampshade Making Workshop with Dannells
With indoor get togethers now possible we're so pleased that Lampshade Making Workshops can start to take place and you can share your...
Jun 8, 20213 min read


#memadeshade April winner
April has already been and gone (where did that month go?) and we hope you've been making the most of the new outdoor rules? It clearly...
May 20, 20214 min read


#memadeshade March winner
As another month flies by, it's time to announce March's #memadeshade winner from our Instagram competition entries. This month was...
Apr 15, 20214 min read


Interiors inspiration: The natural trend
It’s been top of the shops for a couple of years and the trend for natural materials in interiors is definitely here to stay for 2021....
Mar 18, 20212 min read


Shade Carrier Systems explained
If you’ve been making lampshades, using our Lampshade Making Kits, you’ll be aware that there are two different methods to attach your...
Mar 16, 20213 min read


#memadeshade February Winner
The nights are already lighter and there is a feeling of optimism in the air. We hope you're all feeling a little lighter and brighter...
Mar 9, 20213 min read


Lampshade Kit Hack #6 - Starry Night Lampshade + FREE Template PDF
Highlighting our professional cutting service in our last blog post got us thinking that it would be fun to explore a DIY version of the...
Feb 24, 20213 min read


#memadeshade January Winner
After what can only be described as a very loooong January, #memadeshade is back for 2021! Yey! And we've got off to a great start with...
Feb 18, 20213 min read


Lampshade Kit Hack #5 - Happy Holidays Map
Hands up who’s dreaming of a holiday escape? 🙌🏻 We Britons love our holidays - a day by on the beach, playing in the sand and sea...
Jan 29, 20214 min read


#memadexmasshade winner
We're finally at the end of what can only be described as a challenging year and we'd like to say a huge Thank You for your amazing...
Dec 22, 20202 min read


Join us for a LIVE festive Lantern Making Kit workshop on You Tube!
It’s workshop time! After a string of successful LIVE Lampshade Making Kit workshops in #lockdown1 we’re back with a mini festive themed...
Dec 2, 20201 min read


Lampshade Hack #5 – 4 ways to add lampshade trims
Check out our tips on four different ways to apply a professional trim to a Dannells Lampshade Making Kit!
Oct 30, 20204 min read


#memadeshade September winner
Our September #memadeshade Instagram competition has been flooded with entries, so read on to see our winning shade!
Oct 6, 20204 min read


Liberty Patchwork Lampshade DIY Tutorial
We're fans of traditional ditsy florals with eye catching colours so decided to mix things up with some patchwork techniques and a shade!
Sep 17, 20204 min read


#memadeshade August winner
We chat to the winner of our Instagram #memadeshade competition, Alison Bick and show off August's Most Liked shades.
Sep 10, 20203 min read


5 perfect fabrics for lampshade making
Half the fun of making your own lampshade has to be the choice of fabric , so read our post on our 5 fabric range, especially for lampshades
Sep 3, 20203 min read
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