Making a Victorian Lampshade - White Rabbit
Steps along the creation path of this colorful 60's themed Victorian lampshade and antique lamp pairing. This lamp is an internet sensation across many platforms! The crescent-moon shaped lampshades are incredibly popular today as form of maximalist self-expression. This lampshade was created with hand-dyed silk, couture lace and a wall of delightful glass bugle beads!
Who says lampshades need to be beige? A front view of this vibrant handsewn lampshade, paired with a gorgeous antique lamp in original finish and the perfect amount of patina. The antique lamp finial was added as a fun accent feature.
Antique Lamp & Victorian Lampshade Making Process
Phases of making…
Every layer of silk and lace is professionally sewn by hand with a needle and thread. No shortcuts with glue here!
Details…
For this work, I used gold-lined glass seed beads, couture metallic lace, modern embroideries, and soft metallic trims.
Before and after…
The before and after! Always a fun perspective to see how much progress has been made. What do you think? Do you love before and after photos?
A few steps along the making path. I originally selected a different lamp base and began painting it, but I found favor with an antique lamp base in my collection that seemed to be a better fit for this lampshade. Here is a fun video that conveys the mood of the piece.
Finished Antique Lamp and Victorian Lampshade
Side view, reflecting the seamless color transition of the lampshade. The shade looks soft and muted in daylight, but bold vivid colors are revealed when the lamp is lit in a dark room.
Looking for Lampshade Making Supplies?
Check out the Craft & Sewing section on Amazon.com for lampshade frames, thread, fabric, fringe, and various commonly used notions for making lampshades.
About the Author
Crystal Hayes, Owner, Designer, and Lampshade Artist at Elegance Lamps
Crystal Hayes is a lifelong Seattle resident who gains inspiration from the natural beauty and vibrant arts communities in the Pacific Northwest. She thrives on creative expression resulting in unique Victorian lampshades, vintage lampshades, and lamps that can be used in everyday life. Crystal is entirely fearless when it comes to design, she is a perfectionist at construction techniques, and she proves that customer satisfaction still matters.
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