Behind the Scenes: Crafting a New Shape from Inspiration Part 2

Last week I mentioned how I was inspired by a new shape from a luxury hotel I visited.

This week you see me make the new shape

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It’s also an unusual pattern. This is Designers Guild Floreal fabric

The full video of me making this will be launched on 28th here https://youtu.be/IVrA5qEsfvo

How to Measure Height for a Custom Lampshade: From UK to USA

This week, I did an explainer video about measuring the height if you order a custom-made lampshade from me and it’s going to the USA.

Top tip for measuring. Measure both the overall shade height desired and the measurement from the base of your harp to where the screw of the finial attaches to the lampshade ring.

We want to avoid your lampshade coming up to short. UK fittings have about a 2″ margin and US fittings have about an 1″

Depending on the size of your harp I would do any lamp shorter than 20cm if you have a 6″ or 5 ” harp.

Most of the lampshades currently in the shop are 15cm in height as I created them to be small enough to fit onto shelves.

I might in future create more lampshades of 20cm in height and wider selection of widths.

My Musings on Making and Colors in Lamp Design: Upcoming Video

My latest video will be released on 10th Feb. It is about how I overcame certain challenges while making my lampshades and table lamps.

The latest explains how I find solutions for the gold paint chipping. It also includes my musings about colours and possible elements.

You see me delight at finished articles while also hearing my disappointment when I don’t like something in particular.

Here is a sneak peek.

Full video scheduled for release 10th Feb at 12 noon

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