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Shade for sweet little lamp - help please

8 months ago

I've had this for many years, from a house or garage sale.



At one time it had a shaped silk shade kind of like this but that feels too formal. I need suggestions for something more... sweet? fun? cottage?


Lamp body is 8-1/2"

Harp is 7-1/2 - too big? or does it depend on the shade?

I've aimlessly checked online, Etsy but could use size/style suggestions. Thanks.

Comments (38)

  • 8 months ago

    Look on Pooky.com

    DLM2000-GW thanked mtnrdredux_gw
  • 8 months ago

    where does this lamp live and what is that decor like?

    DLM2000-GW thanked mtnrdredux_gw
  • 8 months ago

    That is really cute!

    I’ve perusing lamps today for a sideboard I haven’t even bought yet.

    I saw a few lamps wuth these scallops.


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    DLM2000-GW thanked eld6161
  • 8 months ago

    The color of the lamp is so pretty. So where are you going to place it?

    DLM2000-GW thanked njmomma
  • 8 months ago

    It's probably going to go in our pantry which is a walk-thru from our back entry to our kitchen - a main thoroughfare. There's no real decor to speak of, the wall to the left is a bank of pantry cabinets. I'll either tuck it back in that corner or place it in front of the outlet.

    eld that's a cute shade but I think it would swallow the lamp and there is only one size.

    Still not sure how to determine the best shade height and diameter.





  • 8 months ago
    last modified: 8 months ago

    Sweet lamp, love the color. Find .a fun handmade shade on Etsy. There are so many talented people there. If you decide to go the other direction, I would look at linen shades.

    ETA: I had shades made for a pair of 1950s lamps my parents owned for our bunk room. Fairly easy, quicker than I expected. Jack of all Shades They also do COM shades.

    DLM2000-GW thanked Allison0704
  • 8 months ago

    I love your counter! I was going to suggest a block print but I think most will look too twee in that spot.

    DLM2000-GW thanked deegw
  • 8 months ago

    I don't work for Pooky, but they deliver very quickly and they also let you exchange very easily.

    DLM2000-GW thanked mtnrdredux_gw
  • 8 months ago
    last modified: 8 months ago

    It is a sweet lamp!

    I played around with shades from this site:

    https://www.gingerjarlampco.com/collections/hand-made-lamp-shades?page=1

    If you order from somewhere like this, Etsy, Pooky, Lamps Plus, etc, they should be able to tell you what sizes would work. I‘ve worked with both Lamps Plus and Etsy buying shades for old lamps and they were a big help.

    I really like the idea of a fun print like Ikat, block, etc.

    While searching, I came across a new-to-me site that I look forward to browsing later:

    https://www.mrsalice.com/pages/search?q=lampshades

    I don’t think there are any in your size, but it might give pattern/color ideas for if you use Etsy or other sites for custom made.

    If you’re wanting something more inexpensive and local, and easier to experiment with and return, maybe browse some stores in person or even A-zon.

    Can’t wait to see what you decide!

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    ETA: Deleted my million mock-ups after seeing your post after mine … now everyone won’t have to scroll for ten minutes. :D I think my examples were going the wrong direction.

    DLM2000-GW thanked Jilly
  • 8 months ago

    Pookey is the first place I would recommend too.


    Greenrow has some fun ones as well. https://www.greenrow.com/shop/lighting/lamp-shades/






    DLM2000-GW thanked Kendrah
  • 8 months ago

    Found a couple of good sources for correct shade sizing. Based on that and the limit of height under the cabinets, I need a shade that is 9-10" diameter on the bottom and no more than 8" high. There are choices in that range, mostly empire shape either pleated or not but so far the fabrics are not speaking to me. Found one woven corset shape which is different and speaks to my style and the woven tray I keep on the counter but not sure the shape works with the lamp.



    @mtnrdredux_gw I'm combing through the shades at Pooky but not finding fabric that works or at least that I think will work. Love the fabrics on their own but not with the lamp. This is the one I keep going back to but too sweet



    @Allison0704 I found a candlewicking shade on Etsy that would work if this lamp were in a bedroom but not for a pantry. Still looking..... surely something will jump out to me!

  • 8 months ago

    @Jilly & @Kendrah I missed your comments while composing - going back to look now - thanks!

  • 8 months ago

    DLM, I really like the two you posted! Much better than my examples. :)

    DLM2000-GW thanked Jilly
  • 8 months ago

    I've lost count of how many picture I've taken trying to show the color of the lamp - it always comes out too blue no matter the lighting but it's more green.

    At any rate.... the lamp details are sweet and a scalloped shade could work - I like the subtle scallop from Pooky but not the fabric options. I love this lamp but my taste is more simple so maybe I'm trying to make something work that just doesn't. I like detail and texture but not flounce IYKWIM. This is the art that hangs there - fabric with stitch-work which is the kind of detail that speaks to me, not ruffles so much. Maybe the woven shade could work ¯\_(ツ)_/¯




  • 8 months ago

    I like the rattan one

    DLM2000-GW thanked njmomma
  • 8 months ago
    last modified: 8 months ago

    I like this color rattan a bit better. Avail in various shapes and sizes.


    They also come with a stripe/border



    DLM2000-GW thanked mtnrdredux_gw
  • 8 months ago

    @mtnrdredux_gw I agree on the color - I was already thinking of ways to 'age' the rattan corset one.

  • 8 months ago

    Serena and lily also have nice rattan shades

    DLM2000-GW thanked mtnrdredux_gw
  • 8 months ago

    I like the dark-ish rattan, too. Google "scalloped rattan lamp shade" and there are many options.

    DLM2000-GW thanked Feathers11
  • 8 months ago
    last modified: 8 months ago

    I have a sweet little woven seagrass lampshade. Home Goods stocks them or Lowes, $20 -$30:


    DLM2000-GW thanked NiCOZ5
  • 8 months ago

    Here are the SnL ones I like. A little dressier, if you like scallop


    DLM2000-GW thanked mtnrdredux_gw
  • 8 months ago

    Check Ballard Designs, too. All their shades are on sale now.

    DLM2000-GW thanked Sueb20
  • 8 months ago

    What may look like lots of options really isn't unfortunately. It feels a bit like Goldilocks - this one is too big, that one is too small, this one you have to buy the lamp to get the shade or that one is perfect but >$300 thank-you-very-much-but-I-don't-think-so! A couple are the right size so I'll order once I make sure of returns and hopefully find a fit. Thanks all for the help!

  • 8 months ago

    If you really want a woven one and need a specific size or shape, then i can weave it for you, but in this case I’d want to weave it on the correct size wire frame.

    DLM2000-GW thanked party_music50
  • 8 months ago

    That's really sweet party_music - unfortunately I don't have an existing shade so no frame but I have some options and should find a fit. Not 100% sold on woven and still checking fabric options too.

  • 8 months ago

    Cute little lamp DLM and I hope you find just the right shade. That can make all the difference in upping the look. I have 4 (or 6 if I really want to get into it) lamps that need new shades. There's a great lamp and shade store about 40 minutes from here and I may just load all my lamps into the car and take a drive.

    I really like your framed fabric piece though.

    DLM2000-GW thanked maire_cate
  • 8 months ago

    @DLM2000-GW, I understand. As far as weaving it goes, it is only top part of the wire frame that’s required to attach the shade to the lamp properly. :)

    DLM2000-GW thanked party_music50
  • 8 months ago

    I like the basket/wicker shades too - that was the first thought I had.

    DLM2000-GW thanked carolb_w_fl_coastal_9/10
  • 8 months ago
    last modified: 8 months ago

    @Kitch4me...LOVE that lamp shade!!! WOW! Awesome!

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    Honestly....I have several really nice lamp shades from Goodwill..$5!


    DLM2000-GW thanked NiCOZ5
  • 8 months ago

    @NiCOZ5, thank you! $5 lamp shades, score!

    DLM2000-GW thanked Kitch4me
  • 8 months ago

    @Kitch4me that's fabulous! I actually have a plain shade, empire not drum in one of my carts with some kind of update in mind. I have 3 carts going and 2 of them have multiple shades - this could be a problem! Found a shade I like, perfect size, with a painterly floral/leaf design but the colors are off. I may paint over it - very inexpensive if it's a flop.

    @NiCOZ5 I've checked in the past and our resales are very it or miss for shades but I haven't checked Home Good/TJMaxx - maybe tomorrow before I place these orders.

    Ballard has a shade that could work but their shipping is high, not refundable (which bugs me) and is why I rarely buy from them unless I'm 100% certain.

  • 8 months ago

    If you feel like getting crafty, there are lots of DIY pleated lampshades available online. Here is one:

    Lampshade

    I think you need to take this lamp on a shopping trip to try on various shapes to determine which size and shape looks best. Take pictures. As mentioned, Home Goods has some lampshades, but also check Lowes/Home Depot and At Home. Target has some, but I think theirs do not accommodate a harp. After you have figured out the size, then move on to colors.


    DLM2000-GW thanked ratherbesewing
  • 8 months ago

    @ratherbesewing that is really inspirational! Thanks for the link. As you say, some places only carry Uno style shades which sit on top of socket collar, not Spider which sit on top of the harp. A harp can be removed and an Uno style accommodated if I find a shade I like in that style. But you're right, the smart thing to do is try for size/shape/material in person.

  • 8 months ago

    So they make wicker shades with scallops - this is @ Wayfair...



    DLM2000-GW thanked carolb_w_fl_coastal_9/10
  • 8 months ago

    carolb that's one of the shades I've looked at but sadly it's too large for this lamp.

  • 8 months ago
    last modified: 8 months ago

    That's too bad - it would look nice with the blue, I think.

    P.S. I don't see it in previous replies - what size do you need? Target has one in a smaller size than the Wayfair offering, I think. I did a reverse image search and found a number of smaller ones

    This one's @ Amazon:

    https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Tapered-Farmhouse-Coastal-Scalloped/dp/B0DJJS7HN6?th=1