Elegance Lamps Blog
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Explore the lamp and lampshade making processes. Learn about the worldwide travels required to curate antique textiles for creation of beaded Victorian lampshades, vintage style lampshades and remarkable restored antique lamps. Dive into lamp history, the psychology of color, and lampshade styles over time.
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The Art of Handstrung Beads
This blog post explores the detailed, time-intensive art of hand-strung beadwork, sharing the process, care, and precision that go into creating each unique lampshade at Elegance Lamps.
Why Buy Products Made in America?
This blog post provides an impactful narrative emphasizing the existential threats that American small businesses face and encourages a proactive consumer response to support and sustain them.
Selecting the Right Lightbulb for Your Victorian Lampshade
Explore the different types of light bulbs and their effects on lampshades, emphasizing the importance of using LED bulbs for enhancing both the aesthetics and longevity of your handcrafted Victorian lampshade…
Lampshade Trends Fall 2023: Exploring the Latest Designs
Trendspotting lampshades in Fall 2023!
Sustainability in Lampshade Making
At a time whe environmental awareness is more crucial than ever, the realm of craftsmanship must undergo a transformative shift towards sustainability…
Supporting Handmade Art
In a world dominated by mass-produced goods, the significance of supporting handmade art cannot be overstated.
A Guide to Measuring a Lampshade for a Replacement
Want to replace your lampshade? Learn how to measure it for a perfect fit!
A Fascinating Journey Through the History of Lampshades
Learn about the history and evolution of lampshades across the decades.
How to Clean A Victorian Lampshade
How to clean Victorian lampshades, silk lampshades, and decorative vintage lampshade fringe.
Lampshade Making Group
Join the Lampshade Makers Support group on Facebook. Learn lampshade making techniques, make friends, and grow you skills at making Victorian lampshades.
Vintage Style Lamps and Lampshades
Vintage style Victorian lampshades in 2023 home décor colors!
Historic Pricing of Victorian Lampshades
Understanding pricing of vintage style Victorian lampshades
Dark Home Decor with Halloween Spirit
Victorian lampshades for dark home décor and Gothic sensibilities!
Making A Victorian Lampshade
Make a gorgeous Victorian lampshade with Elegance Lamps by Crystal Hayes
Making a Victorian Lampshade and Antique Floor Lamp - Dot Matrix
Make a Victorian lampshade and antique floor lamp with Elegance Lamps
Antique Lamps, Historic Textiles, and Why They Matter
Historic textile preservation through upcycling into Victorian lampshades
A Beautifully Shaped Victorian Lampshade
Some shapes are simply captivating when it comes to beaded Victorian lampshades. Currently, I’m a little obsessed with this one, so I’m sharing a few completed shades simply for viewing enjoyment.