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Mar 29, 20224 min read
Lampshade Kit Hack #9 - Using Vinyl as a Lampshade Inner
Want to make a shade that stands out from the crowd? How about using colourful vinyl on the inside of your shade? Easy to apply and...
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Feb 24, 20224 min read
#memadeshade January 2022 winner
Entering her first hard lampshade into our #memadeshade competition, January's winner, Amie of @tea_and _the _radio chose a vibrant...
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Jan 5, 20224 min read
BEAM – 5 ways to grow your lampshade making business
Happy 2022! With a new year ahead and after a couple of weeks of essential rest and relaxation, now is a great time to reassess where...
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Dec 17, 20213 min read
Christmas DIY - Mini Chinese Lanterns
Our Mini Chinese Lanterns are a great alternative to bring festive red and yellow into your home and are brought to life using electronic...
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Dec 14, 20213 min read
Lampshade Inspiration - Different Shade Shapes
As fond as we are of the super versatile drum lampshades, that are seen everywhere from our homes to hotels to the high street,...
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Dec 10, 20212 min read
Christmas DIY – How To Make A Rustic Rope Light Wreath
An easy alternative to a more traditional wreath, we’ve enjoyed putting together this more rustic version, made with glittery hessian, a...
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Nov 16, 20214 min read
#memadeshade October winner
We're thrilled that this month's #memadeshade winner is @bridget9696, who has been a regular in our 'Most Liked shades' throughout our...
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Nov 4, 20213 min read
New products - Exciting Electrical Light fittings & components
Making bespoke lighting just got a whole lot more fun and varied with our NEW range of electrical components! As well as being able to...
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Oct 29, 20216 min read
Meet the Maker - Silversoles Felted Textiles
A master of felt making, Emma of Silversoles uses her talents to make unquestionably beautiful and tactile lampshades, that bring both...
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Oct 22, 20213 min read
#memadeshade September winner
As the autumn rolls in your #memadeshades keep coming and we've loved browsing through September's entries. As well as a source of pure...
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Sep 24, 20214 min read
New Product - Introducing Pleated Lampshade Sleeves
It’s NEW product time and today we’d like to introduce you to our Pleated Lampshade Sleeves which are smart lampshade solution, in more...
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Sep 15, 20215 min read
#memadeshade August winner
With summer in full swing, sunshine has not stopped play, or lampshade making to be more precise! So, it seems very fitting that August's...
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Sep 2, 20214 min read
Introducing lampshade diffusers + DIY bespoke fabric diffuser tutorial
'Diffuser' might be a new word for your lampshade lexicon, but they’re a handy addition to your lampshade making materials, enabling you...
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Aug 31, 20214 min read
Meet the Maker - Lume lighting
Combining her passion for clean and simple design and talent for detailed printing, Joanna of Lume Lighting creates lampshades that are...
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Aug 25, 20214 min read
#memadeshade July winner
It's great when you make or find a shade that fits all seasons, brightens up a corner and adds a touch of sophistication to your home...
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Aug 11, 20214 min read
Lampshade Inspiration - How to use laminated parchments
Parchment lampshades are back! Offering a delicate, soft glow and holding plenty of possibilities for creativity, their natural feel fits...
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Jul 27, 20214 min read
Meet the Maker - Crushshade
Proving that lampshades can be the most creative part of your room, Cath of Crushshade has blown us away with her incredible sculptured...
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Jun 29, 20217 min read
Meet the Maker - Wendy Carlton Designs
Starting her career in fashion, Wendy Carlton of Dotty and Flo, has enjoyed applying her talent for painting to many commercial mediums...
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Jun 4, 20214 min read
Meet the Maker - Made by HRM
In this month's Meet the Maker interview we get to know talented lampshade maker Helen, of Made by HRM, who's a whirlwind of creativity...
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May 24, 20213 min read
DIY Tutorial - Vintage Doily Dreamcatcher
Garden parties, BBQ's, camping trips or alfresco cocktail parties, however you're seeing friends over the bank holiday weekend, bring a...
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