What

Participants will not only be going home with their own fabulous, unique lampshade, but will get a thorough grounding into the art of modern lampshade making, where the fabric is bonded to the lampshade wall (no sewing is involved 😄).

You'll have a choice of making either a drum or tapered shape shade - medium size - suitable for a table lamp.

When

In this beginner-level workshop there is a min. of 6 and max. of 10 students - so you are guaranteed personal attention.

It is followed same day by the Lined Lampshade Workshop -  if you want to have a whole day of lampshade luxury, then you're very welcome to join us for both workshops!

Where

Made by Me Workshop is located in a beautiful historic factory building in the heart of lovely St Peters.

Please note:  Bookings are via the Made by Me website

Difficulty

• No prior knowlegde or skills are required for this workshop.  I'll be taking you step by step through each stage of the process - although it is a little fiddly - I'll be doing my best to make this as easy and fun as possible!
• Note on the 2 shade types:  DRUM shade is less fiddly than TAPERED (this is only recommended for very handy folk, or anyone who's made lampshades previously)
• Minimum age 16years
• Physical dexterity is required in the form of using scissors to cut fabric and other materials accurately, and to use your hands to perform many procedures.

What's included

• All the supplies you'll need are included (except fabric*).. this includes professional quality adhesive backings, frames, and tools
• Morning tea (with homemade yummies) 
• Notes summarising everything you learnt in the workshop, including a list of resources for future purchases
• Private link to real-time video showing the full workshop process.

What to bring

• BYO fabric* (see below)
• A pair of good, sharp fabric scissors if you have them, but no worries if you don't (I have plenty)
• A pair of ordinary craft type scissors
• An old credit, or store loyalty card (something that doesn't matter if it gets a bit bent)

Fabric*

• BYO FABRIC:  The detailed info you need re. type and qty of fabric will be emailed following booking
• In summary: you'll need a piece of fabric minimum width 110cm. Best types are natural fibres (cotton or linen) or mix of natural and poly.  AVOID thick/stretchy/frayey/silky/sheer or stiff.
• Check out my YouTube channel for tips on type and quantity

What else

• Kits are available to purchase so you can turn your lampshade into a pair, or different size, when ytou get home
• Please either bring cash or your credit card/phone to pay
• Check out our YouTube channel for lots of tips and tricks to help you prepare for this workshop!

Cancellation

Due to the difficulties of refilling short-notice vacancies in small-group workshops I'm sorry but NO REFUNDS are available.

However - if you're unable to make it you can transfer your booking to a friend or family-member to attend in your place on the day.

Further info & Booking

• Please note:  bookings are not through this site, but through MADE BY ME WORKSHOP - CLICK here to BOOK
• Following booking an info sheet will be emailed to you with all the details about our location, what to bring and more.  
• If you have further questions about the actual workshop please don't hesitate to contact me via the Contact form
• If you need to know more about the venue please contact Rebecca at MADE BY ME WORKSHOP