A New Touch for a Touch Lamp
I have been working on a redesign project, and this is one of the lamps that was in the mix…
Exactly as is. Apparently the original fluted ruffled glass shade got broken, and was just never replaced. Since redesign is working with what you already have, we knew we’d need a shade for this lamp.
I popped into the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Langford and found a one-off that would be perfect, but… forgot to bring the lamp to make sure! Handy, right? When I got home, I was pretty sure the shade would fit. For a whole $2.00, I’m not sure why I didn’t just buy it on the spot! Honestly.
It just so happens hubs was in the area the next day, so based on my description he stopped in and made the purchase. And then decided to make sure it was right before leaving!
This is the phone shot he sent 🙂
Can you see the very light orange tint to the glass? That’s what sold me on it. I’m repurposing a piece for this project, and the new paint colour will work perfectly with the tint in this glass.
This is what the lamp looked like with the energy efficient bulb turned on.
I’m not a fan of these compact fluorescents… in fact, you can read about why here. But what you don’t know is this lamp is a touch tri light. So even if I was a fan, I would still opt not to go with this bulb.
Here’s a peek at the new shade on the lamp along with a small 60 watt incandescent bulb.
So pretty. It sure makes the lamp look different, doesn’t it? Oh, you’re dying to see all of it?
Click here and you’ll get to see both!
So what have you been fixing up lately? Any parts and pieces given a new life, or did you have to buy new to get the job done?
Thank you for stopping by. I’m so glad that you did!
Ooh, love the lamp – it looks so great with that bulb and shade!!!
…you smartie pants…that looks fabulous!
Thank you, that made me laugh!
Yes, I’m dying to see all of it! I like the amber hue of the new shade and the cute little light bulb. {Did I just call a lightbulb cute?} Ha!
You did… but it is cute! And it’s amazing how much light it throws 🙂
hahaha, I totally would have done the same thing and my husband would have been like ‘really?!?! $2?!?! you couldn’t have just bought it?!?!’ LOL It looks fab!
Thanks Karah! And, I know. ‘Seriously?’ – was the look all over his face! The thought of buying it for a whole $2 was out-weighed by my, ‘but what if it doesn’t fit’ quandary. And if it didn’t fit, re-donating it never crossed my mind, I was so wrapped up in wanting to get it right! LOL
Looks really fab Sheila! Looking forward to seeing you at the end of the month!
Thanks Jodi! It’ll be great to see you and catch up 🙂
Good find. I’ m not a big fan of CF bulbs either, as the light they cast is usually horrible.
Sheila that looks awesome! How lucky to find a shade that fit, and give the lamp new life!
Thank you, Heather! I was blown away by how many options ReStore had – I knew I’d seen shades there before, but you never know what you’re going to find… I guess this day was my lucky day – or hubs’ lucky day, maybe I should say 😉
What a great find! I love the tint of orange and the reg bulb.. I agree. For ambient lighting CFL are not the best!
Love the new shade and the new bulb!
Wow, that was brilliant! Looks like a Restoration Hardware style now! Can’t wait to see your finished space!
Hooray for Habitat For Humanity Restores!! Good on you Sheila…and once again you amaze me with your simple makeovers that have that WOW factor…absolutely LOVE you brilliant lady you!