Friday

DIY Abstract Lamp

My in laws gave me this lamp when they were cleaning out their garage.  I hardly ever turn down free and it had great lines so I gladly brought it home with me.  I especially loved the gold base.  I knew it was just a few coats of paint away from being pretty.  It sat in my garage for a while until I came across this beautiful DIY lamp on Made by girl.  It was just the inspiration I needed.



So, I started with this.



Then, I taped off the parts that were gold and primed and painted the rest white.


Then I just added some random black brush strokes and sealed it with a coat of Rustoleum clear gloss for a shiny finish.  Super easy and done in a day.  I like the punch of pattern that it adds and that it's not your typical solid color lamp.



13 comments:

  1. OMG get out of my head! I'm planning on doing this to my lamp in my entry. I already bought the supplies! I love love it! The black and white is so graphic. Great job!

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  2. Thanks Shannon, that's too funny! We are definitely on the same page lately! :)

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  3. Gorgeous, I love it! The black and white paired with the gold is one of my favorite combos :)

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  4. Looks fantastic! I love the graphic, modern touch it gives to your space. Can't go wrong with black and white! :)

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    1. Black and white is one of my favorite combos too! :)

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  5. Love!!! Where did you find the shade? It turned out great!

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    1. Thanks! I think I got it at Target a few years ago.

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  6. So pretty! I like your lamp even better because of the gold base and top. Love it!

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    1. Thanks Julia! You know I love gold too!

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  7. Anonymous28.4.13

    Just happened to find your blog via Suburbs Mama linky party. So glad I did! Your style is amazing. Love it. Following!

    Stephanie @ thestyledsoul.com

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