Two Ways To DIY Your Own Lampshades

No one will know they're not from somewhere like West Elm.

In this installment of Craft Wars, two resourceful crafters demonstrate how to take a simple lampshade from simply functional to fabulously decorative.

First up, Wanessa Carolina creates a unique lampshade from everyday rope.

Here's how to do it. Collect your supplies. You'll need thin rope, a simple lampshade, and a hot glue gun.

Wrap and glue the rope around the lampshade. You may want to start by cleaning the lampshade's surface. Then simply coil the rope around the shade, adding hot glue as you go.

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