Saturday, July 26, 2025

The "Do It Over Designers" -An Updated Lampshade

I am joining the Do It Over Designers for a "Lighting Challenge", hosted by Ann @ The Apple Street Cottage




I gave this white lampshade an update with sample fabrics:


I chose 5 different fabrics (these were "samples" out of a fabric book), cut them to shape and used a glue gun to adhere each one:

I had some old trim which I used to cover the center seams:

I had some leftover fringe from another project which I glued on the top:

And I used a different fringe on the bottom of the shade:

It took little time, little imagination and was a great way to use up old scraps:

I put it on an old crystal lamp (that was my husband's grandmother's) in the guest room.

Hop around and see what the other designers recycled:


OR YOU CAN JUST BUY THIS ONE!!


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Patti @ Pandoras Box
Patti @ Pandoras Box

I live in central NY and I am a retired family and consumer science teacher. I enjoy all types of crafting, decorating and cooking

9 comments:

  1. Kim July 26, 2025 at 8:21 AM

    Very pretty, Patti! I have a few lamp shades I've been wanting to update this way. You've given me some great ideas. Thanks!

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  2. Birdz of a FeatherJuly 26, 2025 at 8:36 AM

    Lovely update Patti! I just spotted some fabric books on Marketplace and had no idea what to do with them - this is such a great idea!

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  3. AnnJuly 26, 2025 at 8:36 AM

    You've done a beautiful job 'dressing up' this lampshade, Patti. I have a lampshade that needs this makeover and once we're settled, I will give this a try!

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  4. Vintage Style GalJuly 26, 2025 at 8:55 AM

    Wow Patti! When I looked at your lampshade, I thought oh my goodness, how did she do all of this work, and then I read you glued it. I didn't know you could do this, that certainly opens up my world to so many ideas. I may not be able to recover a lampshade to save my life, but I can glue! Thank you for this inspiration, my wheels are a turning. Your lampshade looks beautiful!

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  5. GinaJuly 26, 2025 at 8:56 AM

    So creative! You now have a one-of-a-kind custom creation! Looks perfect on that lamp.

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  6. JunkchiccottageJuly 26, 2025 at 9:45 AM

    Hi Patti. I have two lampshades in my living room that I want to do something too. This is a great idea. Have a great weekend. Hugs. Kris

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  7. Gail @Purple Hues and MeJuly 26, 2025 at 10:06 AM

    Your lampshade is gorgeous, Patti! I never would have thought that the different types of stunning fabric were glued on! You never cease to amaze me with your ideas!

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  8. Linda @ Life and LindaJuly 26, 2025 at 10:08 AM

    Patti, the lamp shade is lovely. A little creativity and scraps can change the look.

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  9. Unique creations by AnitaJuly 26, 2025 at 8:15 PM

    Such a simple makeover but such dramatic results. Your choice of fabrics are perfect together and the end results are stunning.

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