Christina

A magical combination of silks in teal and purple, are set aglow in "Christina," a unique, hand-crafted, Not-so-Victorian lampshade. Inspired by the cloisonné jewels suspended from her center, the delicate details reflect elegance and style. Light shines through antique green button insets and fringe of sparkling crystals and opalescent glass. Vintage lace at her brim and edging are embellished with gold beads. Christina is paired with a lamp of the art nouveau period, typical of the early 1900's. She's named after one of the little girls who sat at the feet of 'Abdu'l-Bahá when he visited America in 1912.

The list price is $2,900 and is for the lampshade and lamp. 

For more information and to make a purchase, go to: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShadesToRemember     

Ayla Rose: Hand beaded, red and black lace lampshade and vintage lamp

Finished and ready for a new home!

"Ayla Rose" is on display at the Red Trillium Gallery in Troutdale, OR. She is a one of a kind, hand-stitched and hand-beaded, lace lampshade paired with a unique vantage lamp. The focal points in the six "windows" feature blood red pieces of Czech glass.

The lamp is very unusual too. I designed the shade so you can see the scrolled harp that supports the shade. The lamp has been rewired and hand painted to compliment the shade. I've really enjoyed watching this creation come to completion!

The list price is $1,500 and is for the lampshade and lamp. 

For more information and to make a purchase, go to: https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShadesToRemember    

Embellishing beautiful vintage lamp fixtures for our favorite restaurant!

We’ve had a busy couple of weeks designing and adding beaded fringe to a selection of large, vintage, tiffany lampshades and stained-glass fixtures! The client supplied us with 47 pounds of unique brass and reclaimed glass beads. 

Playing with the colors, choosing unique focal points, and matching up patterns kept us very engaged. Here are some “Before, During and Afters!”