At Aimee Alice Payton, you’ll find an eclectic mix of traditional soft and hard handmade lampshades, each inspired by Aimee’s keen eye for distinctive trims and fabrics - many of which she has collected on her travels. Following a varied career in theatre design and working with historic Asian textiles, Aimee trained in upholstery and lampshade making, combining her creative vision with practical expertise. Today, she creates beautiful bespoke lampshade commissions from her e

New for Spring, we’re excited to introduce our latest collection of contemporary mango wood lamp bases - the perfect partner for a handmade lampshade! Expertly hand-turned from solid, sustainably sourced mango wood, these five modern designs bring natural elegance to any space. Each base showcases a unique grain that can be enhanced with wax, stain, or oil - or painted to perfectly match the style of your home. Read on to learn about each style. Ginger Jar Inspired by cera

Add a touch of luxury to your home with a stunning gold brushed lampshade. In this step-by-step guide, you’ll learn how to create your own from scratch using Stick-It® Metallic Self-Adhesive materials. Perfect for beginners and experienced makers alike, our Stick-It® Metallics range offers everything from high-shine mirror finishes to soft brushed and textured effects—so you can achieve the exact look you want. Read on to get started. Working with Stick-It® Metallics Unlike o

Four years ago, Poppy Venables took a leap and changed careers to become a bespoke lampshade maker - and she hasn’t looked back since. Now the face behind By Poppy UK , she’s grown her business from strength to strength, creating custom lampshades that are as practical as they are beautiful. From bold fabric choices to inventive cone and cylinder shapes (and plenty more in between), Poppy’s developed a style her customers love. We caught up with Poppy to chat about what inspi

There’s something effortlessly charming about a scalloped lampshade. With its soft curves and decorative edge, this distinctive style has quietly moved from traditional interiors into contemporary homes, proving its versatility and enduring appeal. In this Lampshade Style Guide , we’ll explore where the scalloped lampshade originated, how it evolved into a modern design staple and how to recreate this look yourself, using Dannells products. From inspiration to practical tips,