Lampshade upgrade

lampshade slipcover
I love slipcovers.  They are a perfect solution for a boring home depot shade & so simple to make.

lampshade-before-and-after

Not that the “before” is bad, it’s just not the look I am going for in the master bedroom.  I wanted something softer, more romantic.

Step by Step instruction for dummies, because it takes one to know one.  Most of you are probably thinking “DUH”, but this is for those of you that are like me.

lampshade step one

Cut desired fabric in desired length(depending how gathered you would like it) & desired width.  Make sure to consider seam allowance, hem & casing width.

lampshade slipcover instructions step 2

Sew ends right sides together.  NOTE: It is certainly easier to decide before this step if you would like to embellish with ribbon, lace, ruffles, etc.(unlike me, the queen of afterthoughts).  Hem bottom raw edge.

lampshade slipcover instructions step 3

slipcover lampshade instructions step 4

For the casing I just folded the fabric over about 3.5″ allowing enough fabric to tuck under raw edge, the elastic or ribbon casing & a small ruffle above the casing.  Remember to leave opening for the elastic or ribbon/drawstring….or you could be cool like me and just use the seam ripper after you forget.

lampshade slipcover instructions step 5

Thread your elastic, ribbon or drawstring through.  (I used silk ribbon)

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Did any of that even make sense?

21 thoughts on “Lampshade upgrade

  1. Thats really cool:) Wish I knew how to sew!

  2. It made perfect sense to me. Thanks for the new project!

  3. Thanks for sharing, this will be cute to do in my girls rooms.

  4. Love it! It’s looks like it’s wearing a little dress. I love slipcovers that remind me of girly clothing:) Perfect touch.

  5. Super cute, I love the feminine feel to it! And well errr…no that didn’t make sense, but that is because i haven’t a clue on how to sew, are you sure you can’t make this with a glue gun?? 🙂
    Love it Jen!

  6. Well seeing as I can’t even figure out how to use my sewing machine, no it didn’t make sense, but oh how I wish it did? ahahahahaha. I need to learn to sew so bad, my head is to the brim with ideas!

  7. LOVE IT! I just wish i could sew! LOL

  8. i have no idea how to sew so this post made absolutely no sense, but i like the result!!

  9. Cute as can be!!!!

  10. How beautiful! Oh how I wish I could sew…love your blog!!

    🙂 T

  11. Ohhhh………that is so cute! What a great project idea…thanks!!! and yes, it made perfect sense 🙂

  12. You make it SOUND easy, thats for sure. But you are quite crafty and that is a talent that one must posses, ahaha
    I certainly dont.
    Looks gorgeous!

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