DIY lamp upcycling #1

This weekend after visiting an aunt cleaning out an attic in her new house, I immediately saw these (then in need of some major love) and saved them from their future fate in New Smyrna's finest landfill. This is one of the simplest "upcycling" I have ever done, but I am super excited to use them in our new house. I promise more challenging DIYs in the future, but this is such a no-brainer project that saved major $$, costing about $30 for two HUGE lamps. Take that West Elm.


What you'll need:
2 Grandma lamps - Goodwills ALWAYS have them in stock. Make sure the wiring is safe.
1 can of high gloss spray paint (for more of a modern look) - I used Valspar's "Exotic Sea" but whatever matches your decor is fine too!

2 large lampshades, I got mine at Target on sale for $14.99 (this isn't exactly it, click the link for a similar shade)

Step 1. Remove the old shades and harps


























Step 2. Clean the surface with Windex or other mild household cleaner just to remove dust and dirt that may be there.





























Step 3. Start lightly spraying the surface- make sure to do this evenly or else you'll have runs and will never be able to remove them.







































Step 4. After lamps are dried & evenly painted add your new shade. Viola!
(My lamps had a raised texture within the leaves and little polka dots)