How to make a paper lampshade

How to make a paper lampshade

Well it’s been months that the office need a makeover, but I’m to lazy to move and organize all the crafts supplies. No kidding it’s gonna take forever! I had built a desk with my dad years ago, and I painted it orange. By the time I thought it was a good idea….wrong!!! I will have to start working on it after the vacation, I can’t hold this orange anymore!! So I start with something easy, a new lampshade!

How to make a paper lampshade

This is the current lampshade, orange off course, to match the desk!! So time for a change!

How to make a paper lampshade

I used my super cheap recycled hanging system. To make it you will need 4 dowels, threat and a plastic bottle neck. All the details and instructions are HERE.

How to make a paper lampshade

To make the lampshade, I cut a large piece of thin cardboard (about 57 x 12 inches). The cardboard I used has one side white and the other brown. The white is perfect for the inside of the lampshade and I painted the brown side in black. I just use acyclic paint and a brush.

How to make a paper lampshade

Once the paint is dry, I draw half circles on the all surface, using a bottle cap as a shape. I try to align them with each others, but I didn’t take any measure.

How to make a paper lampshade

Then, I cut all the half circles using a utility knife. It’s not difficult but it takes a little patience

How to make a paper lampshade

I fold the cardboard and glue the ends together. Then I attach it with the dowel structure using push pins. More details on how to mount the lampshade HERE.

How to make a paper lampshade

And ready to hang!! Don’t forget to ALWAYS use energy saving bulbs, they don’t heat!

How to make a paper lampshade

 

How to make a paper lampshade

 

How to make a paper lampshade

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