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Aug 11, 20224 min read

New Lampshade Shape - How to make a Y-Frame Lampshade

New, novel and completely unique, our Y-Frame Lampshade ring set will certainly add a point of difference to your room! A shade like no...

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Jun 2, 20224 min read

Lampshade Hack #8 - Jubillee Ribbon Pinch Pleat Shade

We couldn't let the Platinum Jubilee slip by without celebrating the occasion, so we've taken inspiration from a vintage lampshade style...

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Apr 19, 20225 min read

Lampshade Inspiration - Going Large with Lampshades

The upshot of making a super-sized lampshade is not only the wow factor but the huge surface area that you need to cover to make up the...

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Sep 24, 20214 min read

New Product - Introducing Pleated Lampshade Sleeves

It’s NEW product time and today we’d like to introduce you to our Pleated Lampshade Sleeves which are smart lampshade solution, in more...

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Sep 7, 20214 min read

BEAM - Making lampshades to expand your soft furnishings services

The skill of making bespoke curtains and blinds is not to be underestimated, as many curtain and blind makers will know. From initial...

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Sep 2, 20214 min read

Introducing lampshade diffusers + DIY bespoke fabric diffuser tutorial

'Diffuser' might be a new word for your lampshade lexicon, but they’re a handy addition to your lampshade making materials, enabling you...

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Aug 27, 20213 min read

Introducing Self-Adhesive Textile tape and how to use it

As a follow up to our recent post on our fabulous and creative laminated parchment papers , we’d like to introduce you to their perfect...

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Aug 11, 20214 min read

Lampshade Inspiration - How to use laminated parchments

Parchment lampshades are back! Offering a delicate, soft glow and holding plenty of possibilities for creativity, their natural feel fits...

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Jul 16, 20216 min read

Dannells Digital Lampshade Printing with Tide and Isle

As well as being specialists in all things lampshades, did you know at Dannells we are print specialists too? By combining our knowledge...

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Jul 6, 20212 min read

DIY Tutorial - Make and Paint Kit Scribble Sharpie shade

Our Make and Paint Lampshade Making Kits are for exactly what it says on the box, making and painting, but in our quest to try new,...

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Jun 25, 20213 min read

Lampshade Kit Hack #7 – Applying bias tape to a shade

As well as being the creative vehicle for making your bespoke lampshade, our Lampshade Making Kits can be added to with easy #hacks...

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Mar 18, 20212 min read

Interiors inspiration: The natural trend

It’s been top of the shops for a couple of years and the trend for natural materials in interiors is definitely here to stay for 2021....

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Mar 16, 20213 min read

Shade Carrier Systems explained

If you’ve been making lampshades, using our Lampshade Making Kits, you’ll be aware that there are two different methods to attach your...

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Feb 24, 20213 min read

Lampshade Kit Hack #6 - Starry Night Lampshade + FREE Template PDF

Highlighting our professional cutting service in our last blog post got us thinking that it would be fun to explore a DIY version of the...

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Feb 22, 20212 min read

3 creative services for next level lampshades

Pimping your lampshade is easier than you think. There’s the DIY route, that we all know and love, using one of our lampshade making kits...

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Jan 29, 20214 min read

Lampshade Kit Hack #5 - Happy Holidays Map

Hands up who’s dreaming of a holiday escape? 🙌🏻 We Britons love our holidays - a day by on the beach, playing in the sand and sea...

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Jan 4, 20214 min read

5 resolutions to kickstart your lampshade making year

Happy New Year! We’re finally in 2021 and we’re hoping it’s a better and brighter year for everyone. To celebrate our craft and your...

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Oct 30, 20204 min read

Lampshade Hack #5 – 4 ways to add lampshade trims

Check out our tips on four different ways to apply a professional trim to a Dannells Lampshade Making Kit!

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Sep 17, 20204 min read

Liberty Patchwork Lampshade DIY Tutorial

We're fans of traditional ditsy florals with eye catching colours so decided to mix things up with some patchwork techniques and a shade!

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Sep 3, 20203 min read

5 perfect fabrics for lampshade making

Half the fun of making your own lampshade has to be the choice of fabric , so read our post on our 5 fabric range, especially for lampshades

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