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Square Pleated Lampshade Needing Repaired

This is the current lampshade project I am working on.  It is a square pleated shade that goes on a glass floor lamp. This pleated shade cover is a fabric strip that is wrapped from the top of the shade frame to the bottom, inside and out, to look like a pleat.  It is actually […]

What you need to know about Fabric Lampshade Lighting

I delivered the restored Chimney Bell lampshade (replaced liner only) to my customer and took pictures of the lit shade.  I was pleased to see the proper placement of the bulb inside the chimney shade.  This lit  lampshade shows off the elegance of the detailed wire lampshade frame with a 60 watt energy efficient bulb. . Below […]

Repaired Lampshade Liner

I have replaced the damaged lampshade liner.     The chimney on this shade is like a tunnel.  I used a fire retardant on the fabric but the light bulb is the most important factor in keeping the shade safe.  In a lampshade with a tall chimney, a candlelight light bulb is the best idea […]

Small Bell Lampshade Repair

The liner was tattered and the cover had its share of problems.    But, I fixed it.  The new cover is ivory charmeuse silk.  Very elegant finish!

Fabric Laminated Restored Shades

I’ve added a new page to my site to include the old traditional drum and A-frame shades.  It really is amazing what people will hold on to until they find someone to help.  I am so glad they do not trash these.  It really would be a loss we would never get back.   One […]

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