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May 30, 2017

Revamp a Lampshade with Fringe

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Welcome to this month’s installment of Inspired by DIY. Inspired by DIY is a monthly challenge hosted by Jes at Domicile 37 and Kathy at Up to Date Interiors. Each month, we find inspiration from an icon. This month we are finding inspiration from the fabulous Iris Apfel.

If you don’t know who Iris Apfel is, she’s a 90 year old fashion icon known for her more is more approach to dressing. My favorite thing about Iris is her use of accessories. From her signature glasses to her love of costume jewelry, this lady is a fan of accessories. I decided to give some of my home accessories an upgrade inspired by Iris.

My dresser in my living room has been feeling a bit sad, so I’ve been trying to figure out how to add more color to this area. I decided to revamp a lampshade with fringe and update the vignette.

“More is more, and less is a bore.” – Iris Apfel

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Adding fringe to a lampshade is one of those stupidly easy DIY projects that are good for instant gratification. I completed this project in half an hour while I was supposed to be cleaning out the garage. Crafting always wins over cleaning. 😉

How to Revamp a Lampshade with Fringe

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Supplies

  • Lampshade
  • Glue gun*
  • Glue sticks
  • Fringe
  • Scissors

*I prefer using a cool temp glue gun versus a hot glue gun. It’s safer, but the glue doesn’t stick as well. This means that it dries much faster as well. However, it also is easy to remove if you decided you hate it!

  1. Start at the back seam. Apply about 3 inches of glue and press the fringe against the glue. 
  2. Continue along the bottom edge. 
  3. When you reach where you began, cut the fringe 1/2″ longer and fold it over when you glue it down. 
  4. Continue gluing the fringe on the lampshade where desired. I added another layer at the top.
  5. Then I added one last layer in the middle, trying to keep the spacing even from the top layer. 
  6. Enjoy!

I love this corner of my home now! It’s so colorful and happy now. Everything needs a bit of fringe!

A string of beads with yarn tassels is another nod to Iris. She loves her beads!

A vignette in my home is never complete without Willie. He really makes a room. Plus, he’s an instant friend! Willie is the best. 😉

What do you think about my revamped lamp?

Inspired by DIY

I can’t wait to check out all of the other fun DIY projects inspired by Iris Apfel!

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Emy Flint

Emy is a vintage obsessed mama of 2 DIYer who loves sharing affordable solutions for common home problems. You don’t need a giant budget to create a lovely home. Read more…

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  1. Brynne says

    May 30, 2017 at 7:15 am

    I need some fringe in my life now!!!! Especially if it’s pink! Love it, Emy!

    Reply
    • Emy says

      May 30, 2017 at 10:24 am

      Thanks Brynne! I’m looking for more places to add pink now. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Cassie Bustamante says

    May 30, 2017 at 7:28 am

    emy, this is such a fun project and i am team “fringe is always a good idea!”

    Reply
    • Emy says

      May 30, 2017 at 10:25 am

      Fringe is always fun! When I was looking, I kept finding super long fringe! I need to find places for long fringe now!

      Reply
  3. Diane Rath says

    May 30, 2017 at 9:28 am

    What a fun update-It fits perfectly with all of the accessories atop your dresser!

    Reply
    • Emy says

      May 30, 2017 at 10:26 am

      Thanks Diane! It makes it such a happy space now!

      Reply
  4. Kate @ Kate Decorates says

    May 30, 2017 at 10:06 am

    This is such a fun project! Love the way this lampshade turned out!

    Reply
    • Emy says

      May 30, 2017 at 10:26 am

      Thanks Kate! Easy projects are always the most fun. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Mila says

    May 30, 2017 at 12:44 pm

    This is so fun and creative! Nice job, Emy!

    Reply
    • Emy says

      June 01, 2017 at 11:09 am

      Thanks Mila! It was a lot of fun to make!

      Reply
  6. Kathy says

    May 30, 2017 at 5:05 pm

    This is so fun Emmy! That pink looks fabulous. Love that beaded garland with tassels too. I think Willie, Cleo, and Daphne could make quite the trio! lol

    Reply
    • Emy says

      June 01, 2017 at 11:09 am

      Thanks Kathy! Our busts would make quite a party! 🙂

      Reply
  7. ariel says

    June 02, 2017 at 3:56 pm

    Pinned! Girl, I love a good kitsch lampshade. This is too fun. The fringe is *insert 100 emoji*

    Reply
  8. Jessica says

    June 06, 2017 at 8:39 pm

    How fun is this? I love the teal and pink combo! More is certainly more and less is surely BORE!

    Reply
    • Emy says

      June 07, 2017 at 7:53 am

      Thanks Jes! I think I need more pink everywhere now.

      Reply
  9. Rane Lederer says

    June 08, 2017 at 11:14 am

    OMG I need this in my bedroom! I think the hubs will hate me but I’m willing to take the risk.

    Reply

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