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hanging lampshade pendant light made from old lampshades and scrap fabric hanging over an outdoor table on a patio
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DIY Lampshade Makeover Using Scrap Fabric

Make this DIY lampshade makeover project to add light to your back patio and front porch using thrift store lampshades and scrap fabric!
Prep Time1 hour

Instructions

  • Purchase used lampshade with a ribbed wire frame from thrift stores, flea markets and yard sales.
  • Remove the old lampshade fabric using scissors to cut and you hadns to pull it off of the wire frame.
  • Cut 1/2" strips of scrap fabric like reproduction grainsack, canvas, linen or dropcloth.
  • Using a hot glue gun, attach the strips of fabric to the wire frame of the lampshade.
  • Add string lights to a thrift store wire basket and secure the basket to the lampshade with jute twine.
  • Connect the string lights to an outdoor extension cord and hang on your front porch or patio.