Lamp Project

I started with a cute little lamp from the Dollar Store.

A quick glimpse of the original finish, I got a little carried away and forgot to take before photos.

I used one of my favorite products, joint compound, and applied it to the base to create texture.

I used the lampshade as it was and covered it with skrim fabric. I used paper to make a template and cut out fabric for each section and applied it on with spray adhesive.

Once the joint compound was dry I gave it a quick sanding just to knock it down a bit.

My game plan was to paint and then glaze but as I was reaching for this paint,

I saw this
and it reminded me of this.

I've never used a leafing product before so why not give it a try. I brushed a thin coat of paint on to set the joint compound, used the tacky size that came with the kit and just put the silver leaf on. It was easy, but no time for pictures.

For the lamp shade I continued using the scrim and made some shabby roses, ribbons, corded trim and a little cotton lace.

This isn't it's permanent home, I finished the little vanity for my guest bathroom and my plan it to put it in there. Pictures tomorrow, promise.

I am going to link up with some parties this week. Join me at Between Naps on the Porch

Metamorphosis Monday.

Just know, I don't ususally link up ... I'm a little shy, really! This is out of my comfort zone.