The days seem to be flying by at warp speed. There are so many projects I have lying around that I just can’t seem to find the time to get to. Luckily I was able to check a small one off my list.
I purchased this table lamp at Ikea on clearance.
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I wasn’t crazy about the multi-colored stripe, but upon further inspection it appeared that the fabric would peel right off, so I quickly snatched it up. I was right! A quick peel and I was left with a smooth surface to work with.
As you know, my latest project is a nautical theme so I wanted to go with a fabric that was in keeping with that look.
What says nautical like ticking? I simply cut the fabric to size......
glued on the fabric with spray adhesive...
glued on the fabric with spray adhesive...
.... punched out a few holes for the screws and assembled, and Viola!
A custom lamp on an off-the-rack budget. I know, it’s a small victory, but a victory nonetheless.
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I love that your scissors are labeled! :)
And the lamp looks great!
Only way to keep them sharp. Knew you would like that!
Cheryl, Keep up the good work, I enjoy so much all the beautiful peeks into your decorative world as well as the world of others. Its really great.
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