Old lampshades are a dime a dozen at thrift stores and garages sales. One of my favorite (and easiest) projects was from a dollar shade I bought on a whim at a garage sale just because I liked the bones of it. There are fun things to make your lampshade completely new or a few great ways to update out of style lampshades you already have. I even have a few inspirations for alternates to lampshades! What really got me thinking about lampshades recently was my last trip to Round Top…I saw the sight below and was SO in love with the whimsy and fun of it!
Here are a few “make it new” ideas:
Lampshade Centerpiece from ME…Hunt & Host!
Hanging planters from Sadie Seasongoods:
Lampshade Basket from Lovely, Etc.:
In case you haven’t check, new lampshades can be expensive and I can never find the right one…is it a harp or screw type attachment, ughhh. Making over is a great way to personalize your style and save a few bucks. 
Check out these crafty ideas:
Flowery Lampshade from Heathered Nest: 
Map Lampshade from Pillar Blue Box:
Sweater Lampshade from Unskinny Boppy:
Wallpaper Lampshade from Pillar Blue Box: 
Jute Lampshade from Slightly Coastal:
Twine Covered Shade from Green With Décor:
Painted Lampshades from Inspiration for Moms:
Burlap Lampshade from Sustain My Craft Habit:
Tiled Lampshade from Pretty Handy Girl:
Total Makeover from This is Our Bliss:
Striped Jute Shade from The DIY Village:
Easy Update from 3 Little Greenwoods:
Make Your Own Hanging Light from Lovely, Etc.:
Map Shade from Pretty Handy Girl:
Nautical Lampshade from Sustain My Craft Habit:
Fabric Lampshade from Purdy Little House:
Here are a few shade alternatives if you want to ditch the traditional altogether!
Tin Can Lighting from Heathered Nest:
Alternative to “Boob” lights! from Heathered Nest:
Mason Jar Lampshade from Our Crafty Mom:
Make sure you save this post for later, you never know when an old out of date lampshade will come your way! Happy hunting friends!
I love anything with maps, or jute, or burlap…. so many great ideas!
I know a few makeovers I need to do! and I’m with you on all those great materials!
I love old lampshades! You shared so many great ideas. 🙂
Thanks Mary Beth, who knew there were so many possibilities!!!
I was amazed at the variety of ideas! Never thought lampshade makeovers could look so good! Thanks for sharing. Blessings!
me too 😉 now I have no excuse to not makeover some oldies!
I’m pretty sure I have a couple of lamps that could use a makeover, thanks for the ideas! Loving the twine and the fabric. 🙂
me too, that combo is so cute!
Very clever ideas!
Yay – hope y’all liked them all
Love all the lampshade ideas especially the tin cans and the planters. Thanks for including my map lampshade hack and my Marimekko lamp.
you have such great ideas!!! thanks for letting me add them
so happy I stumbled across you. such inspiration indeed but more importantly beautiful words. exactly what I needed to hear!
yay – so glad it lifted you today!
I took to matching lampshades and after removing the fabric, I put the tops together with a nut and bolt to keep them together. Then added a round glass top now I have an airy table for the porch in summer.
wow – what a fabulous idea!!! send a pic, i’d love to see it
Have you seen the lampshade Christmas trees? They are so cute! I have been looking for the right shades to make some.
no, but that sounds fabulous!
Love the idea for the lampshades!! I will have to try some on some old ones I purchased yesterday…Blessings!
Blessings and have fun Rosita!