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We didn't go into all the details on this video because it was about the journey of the lampshade. It had been with the customer since she was a Bride and decades later when she was downsizing her home she wanted to bring the lamp and shade to this part of her life. Full instrutions for how to cover a shade inculding the lining is in our 'how-to' video also here on youtube. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-zLpoDkTKR4s.htmlsi=OzNOUU7lqxc5Fw6b
Wow! This is an amazing video! I was looking for a way to do this without the use of plastic (PVC). Most use the PVC sticky layer to make this process easier, but, hello-o! What about the environment? I am so glad for having found this video! Thank you so much! I’d only like to ask where you purchase the frames. I need a couple of small ones and I can’t find these anywhere.
Thanks for your kind feedback. You could start looking for frames at this link. www.dannells.com/frames---soft--pleated-shades-182-c.asp Best of luck with your project!
After watching dozens of videos I finally understand how the lining is applied, thank you very much for explainingso well!! Your voice has such a calming effect, very pleasant to listen to and you give clear instructions, too! I was wondering if it would be possible to cover the top openening of a lampshade, because on a nightstand the bulb is too bright even a low power warm toned one. Does a technique exist to cover the top?
I have seen lampshades closed at the top in a workbook I have by Katrin Cargill. A blog linked below from Dannells actually shows the details. The frame in this sample is designed to hold up in the centre so you probably should look out for something similar. Most importantly use a low watt LED BULB that does not touch the shade anywhere. www.dannellsblog.com/post/book-review-lampshades-by-katrin-cargill
The fabric will only burn if the the light bulb gets HOT And, IF the bulb is TOO CLOSE to the shade. These days the bulbs are made of LEDs and they stay quite cool. There is much less chance for heat to come from the bulb so the fabric is quite safe from burning. However, is still important to use a shade that is big enough - you should be able to get your hand up between the buld and shade. Of course ALL the wiring must be entirely up to best practice safetly standards.
Need to recover an antique shade for my mum [current lampshade full of holes] so was looking for a tutorial on how to replace the fabric entirely. This video is just what I was looking for. Great instructions. Clear visuals and great editing. Thank you!
That's lovely to hear, this is the reason why we made the video. I'd had hoped to give enough information so people could have confidence to undertake a personal project and still get results. Many thanks for letting us know. Kind regards, Isabella.
The tape used to cover the frame inside is a cotton tape, 12mm twill. On the outside we used a piece of vintage dress woven trim. Upholstery trims like narrow gimp is often used to cover the stitching. Or you can make your own matching bias trim out of your fabric like I did in the video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-X_iICHKFaCc.html There is also a close up of the white twill cotton tape in that video. This tape is generally available online.
that's brilliant Sir. Bought old book to learn how to make it and now your video help me to understand it how it works. Thank you so much for all your tutorials. Cannot wait for more of the videos :-)
Great video.I have seen my mom doing shades it's like watching this video. As he says plenty patience paterns are simple to make once you follow the correct process. I have four victorian lampshades with princess crown doing now
Yikes Bravo, this is magnificent and pretty much over my head, I am not very exacting or math oriented for all those angles never mind matching the fabric. Wonderful video, no nonsense but can do without the repetitive and stimulating music, its hard to not get distracted. Why do people who present instruction think they have to also entertain. Love this no nonsense and meticulous lesson nevertheless.
Thanks for getting in touch.. We have dispensed with music in later videos. It seems that the sound levels will alter on viewers equipment making what should be background becomes very audible. We made the video in a way that we hoped would be instructive visually so it should be possible to mute this and re-watch if doing a project. Thanks again for your reply.
That's so good to hear. Lampshades do often become treasured heirlooms. They are well worth the love and attention of recovering. Thanks for letting me know.
There is a company called Dannells that supply all equipment for lampshade making. and they should have a shape like this. This was a new shade but generally I use shades I find in thrift stores that need new covers. www.dannells.com/lampshade-frames---soft--pleated-shades-182-c.asp
Etsy has some lovely stuff but my customers were usually in the position that the frame they had was a perfect fit or it was of special personal value so upcycling their frames was important to them and well worth the time and effort.
Hi Ruth, if the bell shape is widest at the bottom ring you should be able to get the cover taut with a bit of practice using the method here but it's vital you cut the pieces on the bias. If the bell tapers in you will need to use a method where each panel is sewn on to the frame. If it a large bell shape it may be better to use this panel method especially if the bottom is a 'scallop.' ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-6Vu0QUbawH8.html gives the idea of this method (althought, be warned it is NOT a 'how-to') I hope this helps, it's difficult to give a definite answer without seeing the piece.
Hello Karla, you asked: What is the name of the white ribbon that covers the structure? This is a cotton tape used in sewing projects - an example like this one on ebay. It is the 1/2inch wide size. www.ebay.ie/itm/292187427354?hash=item4407ba521a:g:CgQAAOSw2rFZbmbq&var=591120706529
I want to see more of your tutorials ! perhaps an upholstery ? btw your video of the black and white lampshade is fenominal ! thanks for this. Kind regards from The Netherlands. !!
Hello. Thanks so much for your lovely reply. Upholstery is a bit outside my area but I do hope to do a more detailed tutorial on a pleated lampshade as I've just found a frame in the thrift shop. After that I'm planning to do tutorials on Colour and how to choose Colour in your interior projects.
I've just noticed that we didn't mention that I top-stitched the cowl after turning it out. This helps with the 'finish' of the piece, meaning that it will keep its shape.
Thank you for creating this tutorial, it's very helpful. I have two questions: Could the pattern be cut abutting a bias fold so that there is a single seam, or is the fit better with two seams? And for the inner liner, could you please go into slightly more detail on the curved cut you made to remove additional material to accommodate the size difference? Thank you!
Thanks for you questions! I would always recommend trying a sample 'toile' or pattern if you need to check out how something 'cuts' but I do think the two separate pieces give a more EVEN stretch in the lining. I would think that using one piece would result in having one side of your lining being much tighter than the other which can be hard to even out. Also the curve that I make to the side seams would not work well with only one seam. If you are using some kind of a knitted fabric to line the shade the method would be different. I've not used knitted fabric but it MAY be possible to have only one seam. I'm just starting a new soft-pleated shade and will go into more detail on the trimming of the pattern to make it fit inside as a lining so will add a link to this reply when it's done. Essentially you need to reduce only the section mid-way between the top and bottom rings. Mark the side seam of main pattern at the approximate midway down from the top ring. Mark in about a centimetre from the stitching line with a dot. Draw a nice curve from the dot towards the top ring and also towards the bottom ring. Add back a seam allowange. You will need to check to see if it fits on a toile because all shades are different.
Thanks so much for your kind comment. The voice-over is by my business partner Jim Clarken who has recently started a blog which Includes recordings of him reading his work. If you want to hear that voice try jimclarken.ie/wp/ for links to Spotify.
I was happy to find this video. I am refurbishing an old iron floor lamp and it's shade is long gone. I got some frames, fringe, beads and braid, but I was not sure of the next step. This video is comprehensive and I feel confident that I can make a beautiful lamp shade. I probably will make a couple so I can switch them out with the seasons.
