The 14-foot ceilings in Michele Dopp's new Brooklyn apartment gave it a spacious, breezy feel, but finding the right lighting to suit would require a subtle hand. "We needed a fixture in the bedroom ...

Laurie Notaro is an author, crafter, and expert at finding a good cocktail. She grew up in Phoenix, but is currently based in Eugene, Oregon. Each week, she’ll be joining us to share a crafting ...

Found A roll of window screening near Arthur and Greenview Aves; a lamp shade frame at Ravenswood and Leland Aves. The process I unrolled the screen and washed it in the shower. As it dried, I ...

Custom lampshades sure sound like an enticing idea until you see the price tags, so what about customizing them yourself? Start by picking up a standard lamp shade in the dimensions you need—and yes, ...

Be sure to use compact fluorescent bulbs with these shades. They burn much cooler than incandescent light bulbs, minimizing fire hazards with any shade made of paper. Although the loose ends of the ...

Nate Berkus has revealed yet another clever design hack for the home, and this time it’s all about how to create your own vintage-inspired table lamps from ceramic vases. The designer and founder of ...