Decide on what colors you’d like to pull out of a room to create your new lamp. Actually, this is the perfect project to re-purpose an old lamp that has seen better days. Give that lamp a few more years of life and tie on some ribbon. The perfect little touch.
There really isn’t any detailed directions necessary. Just cut your ribbon to desired length and tie it around the lamp shade. Yes, all the way around. Tie in a double knot. (Heat seal the ends with a lighter…….if you’re sure that your type of ribbon isn’t flammable.)
You’ve got it.
(Keep in mind, you can keep all of the knots at the bottom of the shade or the top, or some other type of consistency. Just play around with it.)
Caution: Be careful while selecting ribbon to use, making sure that it is not flammable.
This is adorable, and such an easy way to color-coordinate a nursery!
Very cute! A great way to buy an affordable (aka cheap!) lamp and make it actually look good!
how do you come up with your ideas?!?!
Cute! I've seen a similar thing done with strips of tulle, too. That had a very lush, feminine look. I love the playfulness of the brightly colored ribbons!
That is cute! So easy too make it personalized for that special somenone.
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SUPER cute!!!!
How CUTE, I am so doing that in the playroom, and I adore your coordinating barn star!
Love it!! Jen{Lipstick and Laundry} sent me your way and I am in LOVE!!
Elise
I love coming to your blog. You have such cute ideas!
This is really awesome! I love it! Such a great idea, thanks for sharing!
You've been tagged on my blog. I follow your blog and really like your stuff. The ribbon lamp is really adorable!
Goodness, that is the cutest thing I've ever seen! What a cute idea!
Ashley i love that lamp you are so creative!!!!
This is so adorable! I'm usually not one for a lot of ribbons – but this is simple and perfect!
Wow! So colourful. Definitely an idea that will catch the eye of a littlie.
Love this, it's too cute. I couldn't resist adding it to our link luv roundup. Come take a peek: http://www.luvinthemommyhood.com/2009/06/link-luv-roundup_17.html
Thanks for sharing :)
Genius!
This is super cute! Thanks so much for the idea, I'll be linking.
Too cute! Easy too!
How do you know if your ribbon is flammable? Does it really matter?
That looks great! Check out the wide range of modern lamp which helps you to decorate your home.
Thank you for a great idea! I love your blog and wanted to share with you my version of this adorable lamp! I've also added you to our blogroll, come stop by for a visit when you have a chance :)
http://www.fromthesamenest.com/2009/09/little-ribbon-goes-long-way.html
Michelle @ FTSN
Too cute! I have the most boring lamps in our bedroom and this would really make them so much better! Thanks for sharing the idea. (I found you from somedaycrafts.)
I made it!
http://byhappydesign.blogspot.com/2010/01/ribbon-lamp-before-after.html
It's so cute…. Things are way to easy and fun to do with. Thanks!
This would make a terrific country look with country plaids in blues, reds, or greens, torn into small strips and tied. The rough edges would help accentuate the country look. I’m going to try this. It’s a great way to spruce up an old lamp shade.
So many possibilities! Very cute. I found you on Pinterest.