Decorating and Projects

Handsewn lampshade with glued gimp trim

How I Make a Lampshade Without a Pattern

Follow along as I create a new paper pattern for a lampshade and lining, and then sew the new lampshade

How I Make a Lampshade Without a Pattern

Follow along as I create a new paper pattern for a lampshade and lining, and then sew the new lampshade

How I Make a Pouffe and Slipcover It

How I Make a Pouffe and Slipcover It

Follow along as I make a pouffe and stuff it with fabric scraps, then make a simple slipcover to dress it up.

How I Make a Pouffe and Slipcover It

Follow along as I make a pouffe and stuff it with fabric scraps, then make a simple slipcover to dress it up.

A variety of upholstery samples of different brands

What I Make With Upholstery Samples

Upholstery samples are an easy and inexpensive way to add luxury and variety to your home decor. Here are some ideas!

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What I Make With Upholstery Samples

Upholstery samples are an easy and inexpensive way to add luxury and variety to your home decor. Here are some ideas!

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How I Make a Gathered Lampshade

How I Make a Gathered Lampshade

Follow along as I sew a gathered lampshade

How I Make a Gathered Lampshade

Follow along as I sew a gathered lampshade

How I Make a Tight Lampshade

How I Make a Tight Lampshade

Follow along as I cover my cleaned-up Goodwill lampshade frame with new fabric, lining and bias trim.

How I Make a Tight Lampshade

Follow along as I cover my cleaned-up Goodwill lampshade frame with new fabric, lining and bias trim.

Cleaning Up an Old Lampshade to Recover

Cleaning Up an Old Lampshade to Recover

Follow along as I clean up a Goodwill lampshade so I can cover it with new fabric.

Cleaning Up an Old Lampshade to Recover

Follow along as I clean up a Goodwill lampshade so I can cover it with new fabric.