Ranging from pristine and brilliant to aged, rubbed, and patinated, brass is the metal of many faces. Regardless of which finish you prefer, brass lighting is always an easy choice for a chic, eye-catching look.
MoreArtists Thyra Hilden and Pio Diaz created this sculpture of an elaborate tree root system around a light fixture. When lit, it projects a forest that changes as the light is dimmed or brightened. It's moody, perhaps even a bit spooky, like a Grimm's fairy tale come to life.
The key to making a table lamp is finding the correct socket set-up and mount. Some readymade kits already exist but, otherwise, you have to figure out what works best for your chosen vessel-turned-lamp base. I myself had a random wooden vase/candleholder that perfectly accommodated a basic globe shade from the hardware store. It was screaming to become a lamp, and I was more than happy to oblige.
Damask is beautiful, but it can also be a bit imposing. These summery home goods have all the charm of traditional damask with a lighter, modern feel.
We've got posts galore showing how to make your own lamp and even convert everyday objects into a light source. But if you like your DIY projects with a little less "why?", here's a kit which can convert nearly any empty bottle into a table lamp utilizing bright and efficient LEDs...
Hey there good lookin'. I really, really like you but, at $3746, you're a little out of my league. I'm sure you're worth every penny, and no doubt someone else will come along soon and sweep you off the showroom floor. But for now, I have to turn my attention elsewhere...
MoreTaylor Donsker is more comfortable in a workshop than he is in an office. So after graduating from the USC School of Architecture in 2010 and entering a job market that was anything but sizzling, Taylor retreated to his parent's garage to create furniture. Since then, his designs have been scooped up by eager buyers across the country.
More


























Commercial Flour Sa...