Table lamp from blah to beautiful
It can be difficult to find the perfect accessories for a room and, as an important element in any room, finding the right table lamp to match the style of a space is important. If you come across a table lamp that doesn't quite seem right, think about the tricks you can use to make it a perfect fit.
For a while, I was on the hunt for a pair of lamps for the dining room buffet. They couldn’t be overly large, but something that would be unique and add a soft glow. I had brought home a few options, but nothing was quite right. Then one day when randomly shopping spotted this treasure. It wasn’t perfect, but immediately I had an idea up my sleeve.
My immediate idea was to spray paint the globe, but I wasn’t sure what colour. Should the lamp be subtle or dramatic? So, I hit up my favourite spot at my local Builders Warehouse and chose Rust-Oleum 2X spray paint in Satin Stone Grey.
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Before starting the exciting transformation, I covered all the areas of the lamp that I wanted to protect, so only the basket-style globe was exposed and ready. First spray painted the globe white (basically as a primer) and then applied the stone grey colour. I wanted to embellish the shades a little, so I decided to add two rows of ribbon in a taupe and burnt orange colour.
At the lampshade seam, dab a small amount of hot glue on the shade and attach one end of the ribbon. Wrap the ribbon around the entire shade (no need to glue all the way around). Trim the ribbon, fold over the edge so it doesn’t fray, and glue. I hope I’ve inspired you with my Lamp Revamp to think 'outside the box' and create or transform something in your home.
Sometimes with a little spray paint and an idea, your options are limitless!