Lamp shade Inspiration

A NEW LAMP SHADE MADE OF MY OLD SHIRT

I had this lamp that I wasn't to fond of. It was boring and white with a cheep look, and showed no soul/personality at all. I new I wanted a new shade for the lamp, but I couldn't find anyone that I liked in the stores. 

When we were moving from Kolding (a small town in Jutland) to Copenhagen, I had to clean up in the wardrobe. I found a lot of old stuff which we donated to the local Second Hand Shops, there among shoes, clothes, interior stuff etc. But I had a hard time giving away one of my old shirts, so I kept it in a bag (which I hid from my boyfriend, so he wouldn't donate it). The clothes was not that nice, it's not like I could fit them anymore eather. But there was something I still liked about them ; the fabric, print, texture, ribbons or the buttons etc.

Some weeks ago I bought my first sewing machine (a ladies best friend, if you ask me). To try it out, I found my bag of old stuff and started sewing on a new lampshade. And above is the result... 

Now I can enjoy the sight of my old shirt, in a new function. It was for free, it has personality and it  lights up the Fall-evenings in a nice way. I love it! 

If you would like to learn how, stay tuned.... A guide how to re-design your lamp shades will come later on. If you would like to learn right away, write me in the comment area :)