Introduction: DIY Moroccan Inspired Lampshade
I didn't know crafting lamp shade would be this much fun, even last week I had no plan of making one. but now I have tons of ideas for lamp shades! Anyways, I tried to make a different lamp shade this time. It turned out real sweet and gentle. This ible will show how to make a twinkling patterned lamp shade. I hope you enjoy making it. Have fun!
Step 1: Things You'll Need
To make this lamp shade you'll need:
1) Cardboard,
2) Scissor,
3) Pencil and ruler,
4) Styrofoam sheet,
5) Super glue and white glue,
6) Anything with a pointy edge,
7) Highlighters to decorate the shade,
8) Lighting system (wire, bulb, bulb holder and plug).
Step 2: Getting Started
Cut out a piece of cardboard and draw stripes with a pencil on it (these stripes are the folding lines).
Draw any kind of design between the stripes with a pencil.
Use something hard with a pointy edge to pop holes on the design.
Step 3: Designing
BE CAREFUL: Place a styrofoam sheet under the cardboard piece over a flat surface and then pop holes , otherwise you might pop your finger like I did!
Step 4: Light Up!
When you're done with popping the holes, use highlighters to outline over the design. The colors of the highlighters (a small area around the hole) will sparkle when the lamp light is on, which looks beautiful. You can use other techniques for color reflection, I couldn't come up with anything else.
Set the light fitting and place the over it. Turn the lamp on in a dark room and see the magic! The more attractive design you make the more attractive the shade looks.
Make one now and Enjoy!
And if you like my ible please do vote for me in the Lamps and Lighting Contest!

Runner Up in the
Lamps & Lighting Contest
49 Comments
7 years ago on Introduction
This is absoloutely amazing !!!
8 years ago on Introduction
LOVE THIS!
8 years ago on Introduction
hi Muhaiminah Faiz i like the lamp shade you have made .i want to buy this .if you plz let me know will you make one for me .thanks you in advance .looking forward for your reply
9 years ago on Introduction
awsm..every lamp shade iz awsom..
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
Thank you :)
9 years ago on Step 4
Awsome i'able :)
Reply 9 years ago on Step 4
Thank you :D
9 years ago on Introduction
hey!Congrats.. :D
9 years ago on Introduction
Congratulations!!! you won :)
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
Thank you Tarun! I'm really excited about it :D
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
Oh you should be :).
9 years ago on Introduction
Conratulation in coming to the finalist.I hope your one will get the grand price as I really love this.Very creative,and looks very beautiful.All the best
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
Thank you very much Ayesha! I hope so, but I'm really happy to be in the final :D
9 years ago on Introduction
Yaaay you are a finalist! I knew it! :D Congratulations!!
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
Thank you Linda! being a finalist is worth it,because I popped my finger while making this lampshade!
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
I am sorry for your finger, believe me, I know what you mean! :)
9 years ago on Introduction
Congratulations in coming to the finalist! Hope you win :-)
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
Thanks! I'm confused about the winning, cause there are 18 finalists and 18 winning positions! :o
9 years ago on Introduction
it look soooo cool and elegant!
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
Thank you! start making one, you'll love to have one in your room :)