Well, that is exactly what I thought when I saw this. Instant love.
Shannon Berrey's monogrammed lamp shade
1. Create Monogram Pattern
Decide on a style and get drawing (or I suppose you could make this on the computer somehow). In case you don't know, a proper monogram should read: first name initial, last name initial, middle name initial.
I found that using graph paper was the easiest way to keep my lines straight and evenly spaced. I traced a bowl to get the shape and used a bottle top to make the scalloped edge.
2. Create Fabric Monogram
I purchased 4 squares of felt from Michael's, but completed the project with just one square. FYI - I found it useful to tape the pattern to the felt before cutting to minimize movement.
3. Adhere Fabric Monogram
I've never used spray adhesive before so I really wasn't sure what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised with how easy it was to use.
4. Attach Trim, if using
Trim is a nice way to complete and further personalize the lamp shade. Fabric glue makes this a really easy step. I choose yellow ribbon to coordinate with the pole lamp shade.
The monogram shade adds just the right amount of color between the beds. It's not entirely perfect, but I'm really happy with the results.
If you give it a try, do let me know - I'd love to see it!
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Looks great, It really add something to that space between the beds! Love it.
I think you did a great job. I am currently drooling over Shannon Berry's room, what an amazing little girls bedroom. I have enjoyed reading about your latest project, and would love your thoughts on mine, if you have a moment.
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If you hadn't pointed it out, Liz, I honestyle wouldn't notice the scalloped issues.
I think it looks brilliant.
Well done!
I'm going to the Country Living Fair in London soon....I will think of you!
Turned out fabulously! Traditional yet homey. Thinking this idea would work with simple shapes to adorn around the shade (car, truck, bus, for example). Not as chic as the monogram, but another way to spice up a plain shade.
Very Nice! A very clever embellishment to add some pizzazz to the room. MF
This looks fabulous!! Love it. Thanks for the tutorial for people like me who do not know how to do stuff like this on the computer!!
Looks so good in your daughter's room.
OOhhh I am so excited! It looks fabulous!! Thanks so much for sharing it with me(and for sharing my idea)! The graph paper is a great trick--didn't think of that.
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Very cute! I never thought to use felt, I love the idea!
SO great, Liz! You continue to amaze me!
Wow!! Great job on the lampshade~ it is darling!! :)
Thanks everyone - it was a fun project! I love what it's added to the room and my daughter loves to read out her name!
Hi! Actually I mostly see things and think "I could NEVER do that"! :-) But, this time, I might just be able to! I absolutely love this and just got a new little lamp for my daughter's room and it would look super sweet with a monogram on it. Thanks so much for the tutorial and for linking it up to the party!
I'm a new follower now!
Vanessa
...wooowzer...good job..love the way it all ties together!...great looking beds too!
I absolutely love this! what a great idea. Might have to do a version of this for my son's big boy room.
I saw this post awhile back too and instantly fell in love, your lamp turned out just as great and I might like yours a bit more because I'm a sucker for owls!!
It looks so cute, and much less intimidating than painting. Your daughter's room is so lovely(!).
Very cute! I love monogrammed things! Thanks for sharing!
This is o cute! You did a great job!
-Rene
This caught my eye at the just a girl linky party-love monograms all the time-this is perfect and I adore how you used felt, a plate and a bottle cap!!I am defeinitely gonna try it! I'm your newest follower!
thank you for this great tutorial! so let me invite you to come link it up with us so our readers can find you too:
http://www.finecraftguild.com/diy-linky-party-19/
i love it, and what i notice is that it really makes the colors in the accent pillows on the bed stand out more!
What a great idea! I never would have thought of using felt either. Thanks for sharing with us. I can't wait to try one!
Great job, and how clever! I really like this idea and it's very doable thanks to your detailed tutorial.
Love it! I want to make one just like yours!
Just stopping by from Met Monday. Looks great! I have been thinking of doing that on our master lamps but hadn't got the nerve up yet to do it!!
Cute and it looks great with that lamp and in the room. Very clever idea. Jane F.
So cute!!! I looove monograms but I love owls even more...I am so envious of that lamp base! :)
Love this idea! The felt is perfect - so clever. I featured this on the Sunday Showcase Round Up. Thanks so much for joining in the fun! Stop by and grab a featured button if you like. Hope you are enjoying your week ~ Stephanie Lynn
This is DARLING. I love love love the owl base, and I think you did a great job with the felt... it's tricky to cut. The scallops look great in my opinion :)
Great job! The lamp shade colors really match with the bedroom..
What a beautiful idea! Might I ask where you bought that adorable owl base?
If you get a chance, I'd love for you to link to this on my blog hop :)
GREAT idea - I so need to upgrade some lamps and this is PERFECT - I had never thoughout about felt! This is just perfect :) I am book marking this -I saw your big girl room reveal on Met Monday and then clicked over to this! :) Love it!
This looks fantstic, never would have thought of using felt, thanks for sharing
Simple and easy to made then one can have a personalized table lamps. Its so cute. Thanks
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