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April 20, 2017 16 Comments This post may contain affiliate links.

Things to Do With Old Lampshades

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!

Trends from the 2017 Round Top Antiques Week Show in Texas. Galvanized everything, woods and whites, nature decor, chicken coop and farmhouse heaven, unique storage ideas, succulents, wooden crates and tons of texture round out the list!

Here are a few “make it new” ideas:

Lampshade Centerpiece from ME…Hunt & Host!A vintage lamp shade becomes a gorgeous centerpiece. It has good bones. Ezekiel 37:5

Hanging planters from Sadie Seasongoods:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

Lampshade Basket from Lovely, Etc.:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

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. Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

Check out these crafty ideas:

Flowery Lampshade from Heathered Nest: Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

Map Lampshade from Pillar Blue Box:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

Sweater Lampshade from Unskinny Boppy:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Wallpaper Lampshade from Pillar Blue Box: Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Jute Lampshade from Slightly Coastal:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

Twine Covered Shade from Green With Décor:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

Painted Lampshades from Inspiration for Moms:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

Burlap Lampshade from Sustain My Craft Habit:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Tiled Lampshade from Pretty Handy Girl:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Total Makeover from This is Our Bliss:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Striped Jute Shade from The DIY Village:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Easy Update from 3 Little Greenwoods:

Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

Make Your Own Hanging Light from Lovely, Etc.:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Map Shade from Pretty Handy Girl:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Nautical Lampshade from Sustain My Craft Habit:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Fabric Lampshade from Purdy Little House:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Here are a few shade alternatives if you want to ditch the traditional altogether!

Tin Can Lighting from Heathered Nest:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! Alternative to “Boob” lights! from Heathered Nest:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives!

Mason Jar Lampshade from Our Crafty Mom:Lampshade Ideas! Things to do with out of style lampshades, ways to update old lampshades and lampshade alternatives! 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!

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  1. knottedthreadtales says

    April 20, 2017 at 7:03 AM

    I love anything with maps, or jute, or burlap…. so many great ideas!

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      April 23, 2017 at 8:59 AM

      I know a few makeovers I need to do! and I’m with you on all those great materials!

      Reply
  2. Mary Beth says

    April 20, 2017 at 8:22 AM

    I love old lampshades! You shared so many great ideas. 🙂

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    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      April 23, 2017 at 8:59 AM

      Thanks Mary Beth, who knew there were so many possibilities!!!

      Reply
  3. Barbara Smith says

    April 20, 2017 at 9:06 AM

    I was amazed at the variety of ideas! Never thought lampshade makeovers could look so good! Thanks for sharing. Blessings!

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      April 23, 2017 at 9:00 AM

      me too 😉 now I have no excuse to not makeover some oldies!

      Reply
  4. Jackie says

    April 20, 2017 at 10:19 AM

    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. 🙂

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      April 23, 2017 at 9:00 AM

      me too, that combo is so cute!

      Reply
  5. Dianne Lanier says

    April 21, 2017 at 12:24 PM

    Very clever ideas!

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      April 23, 2017 at 9:01 AM

      Yay – hope y’all liked them all

      Reply
  6. Claire Pillarboxblue says

    June 17, 2017 at 9:42 AM

    Love all the lampshade ideas especially the tin cans and the planters. Thanks for including my map lampshade hack and my Marimekko lamp.

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      June 26, 2017 at 8:40 AM

      you have such great ideas!!! thanks for letting me add them

      Reply
  7. Kristin Dart-Escoto says

    July 2, 2017 at 12:37 AM

    so happy I stumbled across you. such inspiration indeed but more importantly beautiful words. exactly what I needed to hear!

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      July 13, 2017 at 7:36 PM

      yay – so glad it lifted you today!

      Reply
  8. Jacqueline says

    April 1, 2018 at 3:05 PM

    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.

    Reply
    • Kim at Hunt and Host says

      April 4, 2018 at 9:22 AM

      wow – what a fabulous idea!!! send a pic, i’d love to see it

      Reply

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