How to Make Lampshades
How to Make Lampshades by Ruth Collins Allen, published by Kennelly Press in December 2010, is a practical guide dedicated to enhancing artistic lighting in the home. This 64-page book focuses on the craft of making lamp shades while also providing insights into color, design, and lighting principles that help readers select the right lamp for their needs.
Readers will find a comprehensive exploration of various techniques, including how to make silk and parchment shades, as well as tips for decorating and preparing materials. The book also covers essential topics such as planning illumination and general design principles, making it a valuable resource for those interested in crafts and hobbies related to home decor. The content draws from classic material dating back to the 1900s, ensuring relevance for a contemporary audience.
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To those who appreciate the value of artistic lighting both as a means of making a house more homelike and beautiful and for the practical purposes of getting the best possible light in which to read or sew or entertain one ‘s friends, this book is dedicated. It is concerned with the business of making lamp shades, but also attempts to give such general principles of colour, design, and lighting as will aid the reader in the best selection of the lamp which will suit his particular need. Contents Include: Planning your Illumination; General Principles of Design; Colour; Materials for Shades; How to Make Silk Shades; How to Make Parchment Shades; How to Decorate Parchment Shades; How to Prepare and Lacquer Papers; Motifs, and Suggestions for their Application. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
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