We've always been DIY people at heart, but more than that we're the type that chose to go out on a limb and make something for ourselves, even when there's no tutorial to follow or pictures to look at. Sherry and John over at Young House Love share the same DIY spirit, so when they wanted to make an oversized shade for their typical ceiling mount fixture they blazed a trail and took pictures along the way!
They started with the same typical ceiling mount fixture that is installed in many homes. They removed the cover and determined they could use the rod that held the glass shade in place, to hold their new inexpensive find. After locating a large shade on the cheap, they used cloth to make a diffuser and attached it to the bottom.
The end result is simply smashing and comes in at $32! This designer look is not only good looking, but easy to recreate in your own home, so make sure you hop over and take a look at their step-by-step photo tutorial to see how to make it happen in your own home.
Thanks Sherry and John!
(via/Image: Young House Love)
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that is so creative!
Totally taking this idea for my study/craft room.
Great idea, but one more suggestion. Measure a round piece of rice paper/mylar or similar translucent material and place it above the bottom 'X' frame to hide the 'guts'. It'll look more finished.
Very similar to this nice cb2 pendant I've been pondering - and it is only $50.
http://www.cb2.com/family.aspx?c=120&f=4773
I'd actually use a ribbon or some other material attached to the fabric itself at the bottom of the lamp in order to "hide" the shadow of the guts (and provide a little more detail).
Great idea, though.
After staring at the ugly bare bulbed fixture that I can't get to go back together in my kitchen (arrrggghh!), I now have an inexpensive AND snazzy solution! YAY! Thanks!
This is great! Now does anyone have suggestions for the florescent in my kitchen????
Where would you find a lampshade with double fittings?
Most have a fitting only at the top and a simple ring at the bottom...
What a perfect solution to ugly rental lighting! Wow!
BEST DAY EVER.
I've done this in every house I've ever lived in, usually using a thrift store shade, hooks and wire. I've never spent more than 10 bucks on one (and yes, they've all looked fab!)
You just made my day! I wanted to do something like this, but had no idea how and if it would look good.
Thank you for sharing!
Love it, love it, love it!
Love this, thank you so much!
call me crazy, but for some reason, I've never cared for this look. Drum shades just look awkward to me when they're up on the ceiling. Not saying it doesn't look a lot better than the stock fixtures usually look... but for $32, I'd spend a little more & just get a new fixture that's not a 'fix.' (plus... I'd probably spend a lot on the silly shade lol).
I did a similar thing last year with a round paper lantern from chinatown (nyc) for only 10 bucks. We got tired of having the over-the-bed ceiling light searing our retinas.
I am a big fan of YHL, but honestly, I was not impressed by this. I think it just looks like a lampshade attached to the ceiling.
I agree- especially when not-lit. It looks exactly like they stuck a shade on the ceiling. I'd pay the extra $15 for a real pendant.
It looks really yellow, I would've used a white fabric instead of cream. Good idea though.
I'm with you CozyLittleCave. Not a look I'm fond of, it always has looked like a kludge to me. However, if the look appeals, this is a nifty solution.
I don't mind this- I think the shade style could make or break this look easily.
But I couldn't finish reading the tutorial. Sorry.
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Could this be done in the bathroom? I'm wondering how the shade would hold up under humidity.
Love,love,love this idea! Especially love the textured fabric. I can see it right now in my dining. I will have the vision a reality this week. Thanks for the inspiration.