How to Make a Cardboard Desk Lamp
Intro: How to Make a Cardboard Desk Lamp
We are going to create a unique desk lamp using household items.
STEP 1: Gather Tools
For this project we will need:
- A ruler or tape measurer
- A straight edge
- Sharpie Marker
- A glue gun
- Cardboard with at least 25" in length and 15" in width
- A light fixture
STEP 2: Make Measurements
We need a piece of cardboard at least 25" in length and 15" in width. Make these measurements and mark them with your sharpie marker.
STEP 3: Cut Out Your Piece of Cardboard
IMPORTANT! We will need another piece of cardboard for the top cover.
Make the cuts on the lines we measured.
STEP 4: Bend the Board
Measure out lines every 5" on this board and bend them at those points to form a hexagon shape.
STEP 5: Measure Strips
Measure out 10 strips, each 1.5" in length. Cut out these strips.
STEP 6: Fold and Glue
Fold these pieces at their ends and glue them.
STEP 7: Glue Together
Alternate and stack the glued pieces, glue them at their contacts to one another.
STEP 8: Cut Out Top
Take one of the pieces to trace the top cover. Cut out this cover and glue it to the trace piece.
STEP 9: Trace and Cut Out Light Fixture
Trace the light fixture of your choosing and cut out a slot for it. Glue this piece in place with a generous amount of glue. The glue here will get hot and may loosen, so use plenty.
STEP 10: Position and Glue the Cover
Position the top cover and glue its contacts in place.
STEP 11: Insert Bulb and Test!
After letting the glue cool, insert the bulb and plug in your desk lamp! You're all done.
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