If you’d prefer a lighter or darker shade, acrylic colours can easily be adapted by adding either black

I tend to do admin at night and the daytime for making.

Right: Athaid Home Whether you’re a competent crafter making to sell or just starting out, each lampshade

still very much learning myself but I would probably say not to be disheartened if it doesn’t always go right

Made by a professional, right? NO, Wrong!

I try not to take the fabric right to the edge especially if it is quite thick.

Whichever room in their home we are working on, ambient lighting can make all the difference to the look

how to inject your personal style into this sanctuary by combining your favourite designs with soft lighting golden glow Bring out the soft natural tones of a wooden bedside table while also giving yourself a soft light Drum Lampshade Making Kit with gold lining to produce a warm glow rather than harsh, bright, white light This soft light will illuminate your bedside gently. I’ve chosen a design featuring light greens and subtle greys for a decorative statement that doesn’t

Ikat and linen fabrics are beautifully blended to create cheerful, statement lighting.

Paper is strong, light and translucent and it can carry strong printed colours. This lampshade fits comfortably and safely on the average light fitting. We tend to have so many of them in the average home, whether they are on table lamps or pendant lights I decided that lampshades should be art, whether the lights are on or off, and set about creating a range

I painted a maroon base with a light blue chalk paint then buffed it to reveal the deeper colour beneath Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Pinterest Tune in in a fortnight to get the low down on DIY statement lighting

Plus they’re so lightweight they are portable.