From the whole variety of lighting devices, the most comfortable and “home” ones can be called floor lamps. They play a significant role in creating the atmosphere in the room and the organization of the interior space. And what interesting shades you can make for a floor lamp yourself !
Variety of lampshades
Their assortment is very wide and different in purpose, size, shape. According to the type of material used for the manufacture, the following lampshades are distinguished:
- Knitted. Such lampshades add some rustic charm to the interior. You can take a knitting pattern in a magazine or come up with it yourself if you are a professional in this matter. Choose a loose knit, as patterns are best taken with holes through which light will pass.
- Wooden. This type is suitable for decorating a sauna. You can make such lampshades for a floor lamp with your own hands from wooden planks, battens.
- Fabric. Quite interesting are the products. To make such a lampshade, you need a frame that can be wrapped in cloth or wrapped in narrow stripes.
How to sew a lampshade on a floor lamp
All you need to create a lampshade is an idea, material and patience. First, consider how to make a fabric lampshade. First of all, choose which material you want to sew from. Suitable silk, linen, taffeta, cotton. Do not forget about the color of matter. It should be combined with the decor of the room (furniture upholstery, curtains, carpets). Although this is not important.
So, you have chosen a fabric and decided on a color scheme. Get another new lampshade and prepare for work an adhesive gun, clothespins, a centimeter, crayon, pattern paper, a simple pencil, scissors. Now take measurements for the pattern. Measure the upper and lower circles of the lampshade and the sides. Add a few centimeters to the seams and hem. Connect the lines. Cut out.
Lay out the pattern on the fabric and circle with chalk. Cut carefully. Apply glue with a gun in a small amount to the fabric, and then to the lampshade. Now cover the frame with fabric and gently spread it with your fingers. Everything is ready!
Today, lampshades for a floor lamp, made by oneself, are valued no less than factory ones. Guests at your home will mark and appreciate this item of your decor. But it is not necessary to buy a new lampshade. If you have an old one, then you can simply restore it. To learn how to update a floor lamp shade, read the next workshop. You will understand how you can transform a lighting device using ordinary materials and accessories.
How to update an old lighting fixture
You will need:
- a pencil;
- fabric (of your choice);
- scissors;
- floor lamp with lampshade;
- satin tape;
- a large sheet (newspaper);
- a few pieces of pins;
- glue spray (or ordinary glue for fabric).
To begin, disconnect the wire. Remove the old lampshade from the floor lamp. Leave only the bottom. Lay the frame on its side on a large sheet. Outline the upper and lower edges with a simple pencil, rolling on paper. Connect both lines. Cut out the pattern, do not forget to add one centimeter on each side.
Next with pins, pin the paper pattern to the fabric, carefully, slowly, cut out the office.
Spray the inside of the fabric with glue-spray (you can use fabric glue diluted with water, apply it with a brush). Then place the base on the fabric and roll slowly, pressing and smoothing towards the edges. Cut off excess tissue.
Now process the top and bottom edges. Tape them with tape, fringe or braid. When the glue dries, insert the lampshade into the floor lamp and turn on the light. You can decorate the product with buttons, appliqués and everything your imagination wishes.
If you have an unwanted large knit wool sweater at home , use it to update your lampshade. Cut a rectangle out of it (depending on the size of the frame). Pull the frame over with the pins. Fold the edges under the rim of the lampshade. Secure with a heat gun.
Next, you will be offered several options for lampshades that can be connected independently.
How to crochet
Such a lamp will update your interior and become a magnificent night lamp in your bedroom. You will need:
- frame for lampshade;
- two skeins of wool (can be of different colors);
- hook number 3;
- scissors.
The diameter of the lampshade is 26 centimeters. Make a chain of 52 loops. Then connect to the ring. Continue knitting according to the pattern in rows:
First: type double crochet (CH).
Second: SN, five air loops (VP).
Third: four CH, one VP.
Fourth: two single crochet (SB), six VP.
Fifth: three CH, eight VP.
From the sixth to the eleventh: three SB, ten VP.
In the twelfth to thirteenth: four CH, five EP.
Fourteenth: five CH, VP and CH each.
Last row all knit Sat. Close all loops. Knitted lampshade for floor lamp is ready. It can be improved, transformed and supplemented with various accessories. Show your creative imagination.
How to make a lampshade for a floor lamp from napkins
To make it, you need to stock up with delicate napkins, glue and a base. If you do not have a framework, then you can make it yourself. Inflate a balloon of the right size. If everything you need is prepared, then proceed. Saturate the napkins well with PVA glue and glue the ball immediately. In the place where the bulb will be inserted, leave a small space. When the workpiece dries, pierce the ball with a needle and take out the rest. The result was such an original element of decor.
This floor lamp fits perfectly into the
vintage style of the room.
If you do not have excess lace napkins, then read a master class on how to knit them a little lower.
How to tie a napkin
You will need a No. 1 hook and acrylic yarn. The napkin should turn round. So dial twelve VPs. Connect in a ring. Tie it in single crochet stitches. In the second row, dial three loops for lifting and knit the air loops to the end. Next, make three VP, four CH above the columns of the previous row. Repeat until the end of the chain.
The next row for beginners will be difficult, be careful (alternate these loops in all rows). We knit five VP and eight CH. In the next row, dial nine VP and 10 CH. Next, knit a row of eleven VP and four CH. Proceed to complete the knitting of the napkin. Knit five VP, fifteen CH in the VP of the previous row. As you finish knitting, wet and stretch a napkin . As such, leave it to dry. You can starch wipes to better keep their shape.
DIY lampshades for a floor lamp can be knitted, crocheted, sewn from fabric or braided using the macrame technique. Creating a new accessory is a great way to freshen up your home.
Good luck in job!