My Funky Science Lamp.

 

Excuse me while I perform a little science experiment here.

 

Ok, not really.  But I did snag this sweet piece of science equipment and after a bit of a ponder, decided I had the perfect project in front of me.

 

 

A bit of trial and error...no science to this decision...I was going for the CUTE factor!

 

I needed a shade for my new Funky Science Lamp.

 

 

And the winner is... 

 

You likey?

 

Please disregard the binder clip holding the cord!  The lamp was still a work in progress at this point.  I plan to change out the light kit to a pull chain type.

 

Do You Remember this Cool Junky Lamp?

This is a post my dear Junk Sista Cassie did a while back. It is such a jaw dropping recycle/repurpose/ trash to treasure...I just HAD to bring it back and show it off!

Just wanted to share with you a lamp I constructed for my 10 year old daughter's room. I was at an auction sale a while back, where an acquaintance won the bid for a box of interesting items, one of which I had my eye on. When I asked if he could part with this particular piece, he generously gave it to me. (Thanks Justin...if you're reading this!) I knew immediately what I wanted to use it for. I'm guessing it was part of some farm machinery, perhaps an auger cover of some sort.


Because I cannot remember to take "before" pics, you'll just have to envision it a slightly rusted silver color. I spray painted it black. I also found a (new) curvy metal plant hanger that got a fresh coat of black paint as well.

I had previously purchased a hanging lamp kit from Lowe's, so I just had to notch out about an inch of metal on one end of the auger where the light kit clipped perfectly into. (gotta love those dremels!) I found velum paper at a craft store, as well as some star shaped crystals....love the pattern in the paper! I used fishing line to tie the crystals to the bottom end of the auger. With Gorilla super glue, I glued the velum to the inside of the auger, securing it with clothespins until dry.

I still need to make a cord cover with some black fabric or something that coordinates in her nuclear green room, but I love how it turned out...and so does she!

Have you placed your votes over at SYTYCD yet? Time is running out...this weeks polls close Friday evening! Results will be posted Saturday, and then on Sunday week 3 will begin again with a new theme. Don't miss it...this contest is FULL of inspiration!

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