This post was, of course, inspired by the light fixture above (seen on Etsy) - one ugly cord, a bulb and a few old books. Not so hard to do if you're interested in trying a little bookfolding. Anyway, it got me looking for other cool ways to hide ugly cords ... and otherwise upcycle ugly old lamps. Five more for you:
Doilies are back, it seems. And I've seen a lot of really cool repurposing ideas that I'm collecting for a separate post. But this lamp beats everything else I've stumbled upon. DIY care of A Beautiful Mess.
It's as easy as it looks. The remodelista DIY doesn't include any attempt to make it bend like this. I think threading light-gauge wire through the beads would do the trick.
This project calls for a cheap base from target. I think a cheap base from a thrift store (or your attic/basement/storage unit) is a better starting point. Then, glue on the found wood. Again, it really is as easy as it looks.
I love this ... verging on steampunk somehow. Head to Shelterness for the instructions.
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