Super Easy DIY Lampshade Upgrade

This DIY is so easy that I shouldn’t even be writing about it. Buuuuut, I had to because I freaking love the result, and I really hope it inspires you to spruce up some things that might need a little love around your house. And better yet, this project cost me $0.00. I had everything hanging around in my craft closet (which looks like a tornado went through it right now, but whatever) and I bet you do too!

I saw this lamp at Target and bought it immediately. It’s minty glass looks a little antique, like I could have scored it at an estate sale.

The only problem was that I couldn’t find a lampshade to match it. Target only had one style that fit the size of the lamp base and it was yellow. I checked four separate stores and they didn’t have a single shade that fit that lamp size! It was frustrating. So I dug around in my closet and found a simple white IKEA shade. I’m not gonna lie, as soon as I put it on, I hated it. The stark white was hideous and I knew I needed to spruce it up with ribbon or else cover it completely with fabric. I tried both. The ribbon was the way to go for me because it was simple but sophisticated.

DIY Lampshade

Materials

• One lamp that needs a lampshade that matches its awesomeness
• One ugly lampshade that needs some love (mine is old IKEA)
• Ribbon
• Double-sided tape (that’s right, peeps)

That’s it. I. KNOW.

Basic Idea

• Measure the circumference of your lampshade.
• Find some awesome ribbon that matches your lampshade and decor.

• Adhere with double-sided tape. Based on my experience, you don’t need entire strips of tape, but just small squares 4-5 inches apart. I’ve used double-sided tape all over my house on desks, lamps and even the wall, and the tape should adhere until you want to remove it.
• Overlap the ribbon edges for a clean finish.

Additional ideas: I used two lines on each edge, but I tried a few other designs like one at the bottom only and one in the middle only. Play around and see what you like best. Multiple lines with different colors or textures could be really pretty too. And what about a criss-cross or plaid effect?! Have fun! And for more DIY projects, look here!

And stay tuned for more DIYs coming your way!