6.17.2013

Making a lamp from balusters...

I love anything that is architectural remnant/chippy/vintage/chippy....did I mention chippy?   Because I do love me some chippy vintage ;)

So I started with this baluster piece that I purchased at the Urban Market a while back...



We used the parts from an old lamp so that we could use the metal extender to make the shade sit up a bit taller from the baluster piece...



Then Travis drilled a hole in the top of the baluster...

 and added the lamp parts to it (technical I know, so if you need more of an explanation I would go here or here)

The end result was this...



Let there be chippy vintage light!


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15 comments:

  1. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 17, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    I love it. Great balastar and super shade too. Hugs, Marty

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  2. JunkchiccottageJune 17, 2013 at 9:36 PM

    I love this. I made two buffet lamps not too long ago out of old architectural pieces. Your lamp is so chippy and pretty.
    Kris

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  3. AnonymousJune 18, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    Your lamp turned out beautiful, just perfect there on that table!

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  4. MelodeeJune 18, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    gorgeous! love how this lamp turned out! just pinned this to make....I have a serious weakness for lamps (and clocks)...this is a must-make...thanks for the idea:) love love love your blog:)

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  5. JoeinVegasJune 18, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    Wow - new lights all over the place. Were you really living in the dark before all this?

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  6. Yvonne @ StoneGableJune 18, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    What a great lamp! I'm going to try this!!!!! We have a great repurpose store so this project is on my must-try list! Please share this at my weekly DYI linky party TUTORIALS TIPS AND TIDBITS. Link goes live every Wednesday night at 8:00. This lamp will be a hit!

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  7. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJune 18, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    I love this look! I've always wanted a lamp like this. Beautiful job!

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  8. Shabby soulJune 19, 2013 at 12:39 AM

    Genial idea and so nice result!! Your lamp is surely unique =)
    Siliva

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  9. SuzyJune 19, 2013 at 5:55 AM

    Your lamp is gorgeous, Tricia!

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  10. Danielle HallJune 19, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    I LOVE this lamp! And wish I saw random objects as soon-to-be transformed home decor pieces.

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  11. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJune 20, 2013 at 6:07 PM

    Love the lamp and wish I could find a balaster the right size.

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    1. UnknownJune 21, 2013 at 7:55 AM

      Kim- It is all about finding the chunky pieces. I saw a few at Urban Market, but they were so expensive! I snatched up the white one at $21 (not too bad) and the green one was $65, which I still felt was reasonable given the size of it.

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  12. Fabulously FrenchJune 22, 2013 at 5:26 AM

    What a great idea, the lamp is gorgeous.

    Leeann

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  13. UnknownJune 24, 2013 at 8:58 AM

    This is such a great idea Tricia. A perfect addition to your lovely home. Blessings to you, Patti

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  14. BECKYJune 25, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    This is a brilliant idea! I have a couple of these, but they are just a teeny bit less substantial than this one. I might have to give it a whirl, though, to put in my studio!! Thanks so much for sharing your lovely lamp!! And for linking it up to Blissful Whites Wednesday!

    Hope you're having a wonderful week!
    Hugs,
    Becky

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Thanks so much for popping in. I appreciate all of your lovely comments...Tricia

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