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Dec 18, 20183 min read

How does a shade carrier work?

What is a shade carrier and how does it work? We know that not all of you know how to use a shade carrier, or think it looks complicated...

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Dec 7, 20183 min read

Lampshade making tips: How to tuck fabric around the rings on a drum lampshade

Do you get frustrated with bulky and unsightly fabric around the top and bottom rings (rolled edge) of your handmade drum or coolie...

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Nov 22, 20183 min read

Finishing touches for making the perfect handmade lampshade

You’ll wish you knew about these years ago! Luckily for you, we have access to hundreds of lampshade makers (738 and counting!) as well...

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Nov 14, 20182 min read

How to make Christmas Fairy Light Lanterns

That special time of year is fast approaching! It’s time to start thinking about what sparkly decorations you want to make to give your...

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Oct 23, 20185 min read

How to make a copper lined lampshade

This step by step guide to making a copper lined lampshade is all you need to make your own double-sided drum lampshade with a copper...

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Aug 14, 20181 min read

Make storage special with a handmade organiser

One of the perils of being a creative person is that you have so much stuff to make and create with! And, one of the challenges is...

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Jul 11, 20182 min read

Experiment with your fabric choices to make a classic shade

I’m a big, big Bitossi ceramics fan – I have a beautiful vase and a gorgeous vintage pigeon made by the Italian pottery house. So when I...

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Jun 27, 20185 min read

How to make a DIY lampshade

Last week Cornish designer, Alison Bick talked us through her process of designing and printing a drum lampshade panel, from her...

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Jun 19, 20183 min read

How to design and print a drum lampshade panel

I am Alison Bick, a designer living in Newquay, Cornwall, UK. The inspiration behind my illustrations comes from my love of nature,...

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Jun 12, 20182 min read

Give Dad a Father’s Day gift that celebrates his hobbies

Make a bespoke clock in Dad’s club colours or get a special design printed to reflect his interests. Dad’s are tricky to buy for aren’t...

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May 16, 20182 min read

Make a lampshade from a print design

Following the website’s instructions I supplied an image that fitted a 30cm lampshade kit and I was sent a beautiful light and flexible...

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Mar 27, 20182 min read

Kid’s bedroom ideas – Make a unique bedside lamp

Stuck for kid’s bedroom ideas but want to make a space that’s colourful, creative and undeniably cool? Look no further! Part 2 of our...

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Mar 21, 20182 min read

Kid’s bedroom ideas – Decoupage picture frame

Giving a nursery or kid’s bedroom a bright and colourful revamp needn’t break the bank. We have two fab, crafty ideas that will give a...

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Feb 21, 20183 min read

Mother’s Day tie-dye gift idea tutorial

Make something special for Mum with this gorgeous mother’s day tie-dye gift idea tutorial! It’s easier than you think to make this...

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Feb 1, 20183 min read

Make a hand printed lovebird lantern for Valentine’s day

Why not do something special for Valentine’s day that you can enjoy all year round and make a hand printed lovebird lantern? To WIN one a...

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Dec 26, 20173 min read

How to choose the right size lampshade

Simple guidelines to help you find the right size lampshade Choosing a lampshade is a personal decision and will include various deciding...

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Dec 18, 20172 min read

How to make a Christmas lantern!

Learn how to make a festive, Christmas lantern with Daisy Jane Shades. Hello! I have a small Lampshade business called ‘Daisy Jane...

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Nov 6, 20172 min read

How to measure a lampshade

Follow these simple steps to learn how to measure a lampshade If you have a lampshade you want to replace with another of a similar size,...

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Sep 26, 20172 min read

How to make a bottle lamp

DIY bottle lamp tutorial. Learn how to make a bottle lamp with this easy to use adaptor. No drilling needed! There’s so much room for...

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Aug 15, 20172 min read

5 most popular tools for finishing off a handmade lampshade

We asked our lampshade making community which tool they preferred using for finishing off their handmade drum lampshades and have listed...

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