DIY Fabric Lampshade Tutorial
The other day Clara and I took a little road trip down to Ikea in New Haven Connecticut to pick up some shelving and a few decor items for our newly renovated video studio. Now, I usually adore a good…
I Spy…Waverly Coral Cascade Lampshade
Last weekend I experienced my first “I Spy…” moment. Well, first one on my own, without these OFS fabric experts! My little family of four went over to Eco Builders to see if we could find an old stained glass…
Book Review–The Lampshade Lady’s Guide to Lighting Up Your Life: 50 Custom Lampshades and Lamps
In my previous post I gave you simple instructions for covering an existing lampshade. Judy Lake and Kathleen Hackett, the authors of The Lampshade Lady’s Guide to Lighting Up Your Life, go much beyond a simple tutorial and provide detailed,…
How To Cover Lampshades with Fabric
Making custom, fabric-covered lampshades to match your decor is an easy way to add personal style to your home. Light and medium weight drapery fabrics are ideal for this type of project. A fabric that you love from Braemore, Covington,…
Home Decor: go big or go home
While many people prefer a serene bedroom that is a respite from the outer world, others like BIG statement pieces in the bedroom. Take, for example, this oversized upholstered headboard by Victoria Webster 2009 Home Tour. It literally dwarfs those…
Home Decor Fabric: Canvas
Canvas is a thick and durable cotton fabric that has many uses when it comes to decorating. Many of you have lovely outdoor living areas that can benefit from curtains to protect you from the wind, light rain or just…
