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Pairing Batik and Ikat lampshades with any style interior.

Pairing Batik and Ikat lampshades with any style interior.

Leesa Chandler

Batik and Ikat fabrics don’t just look stunning in homes in Indonesia. Fashioned into lampshades, these prints can add a touch of interest to any décor. Here we take a look at some of the most popular interior style trends and how you can work a Batik or Ikat lampshade into the décor that resonates most with your style and home.

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Upcycling an old lamp base to match your new gathered shade.

Upcycling an old lamp base to match your new gathered shade.

Leesa Chandler

After treating yourself to a gorgeous new gathered shade you may find that you’d like a new base to go with it, but in a time when the circular economy, upcycling and antiquing are back in full swing, why not try working with an updated version of what you already have before heading to the shops to replace your base?

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What to look for when choosing a fabric lampshade.

What to look for when choosing a fabric lampshade.

Leesa Chandler

A fabric lampshade with a beautiful print can change the whole look and feel of your space. If you have made the decision to opt for a fabric lampshade, here is what to look out for when deciding on the piece.

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The history of pleated lampshades

The history of pleated lampshades

Leesa Chandler

In recent years, pleated lampshades have experienced a surge in popularity and with their full and textured finish and warm and lively prints this could be owed in part to people spending more time at home and looking for beautiful and unique ways to enhance their living spaces.

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Table versus floor – how to choose the best lamp for your space

Table versus floor – how to choose the best lamp for your space

Leesa Chandler

Both table lamps and floor lamps can add something special to your living room, study or bedroom, but if you have ample surface space how do you know if the floor or table is the best place for your lamp?

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Keeping your home on trend without going out of style.

Keeping your home on trend without going out of style.

Leesa Chandler

When it comes to home décor, it can be so easy to get sucked into buying items that are popular right now, replicas of high-end designer products or purchasing bits and pieces simply because they are cheap. 

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Lamp shades for sconces and chandeliers

Lamp shades for sconces and chandeliers

Leesa Chandler

The addition of sconces or a chandelier to your home can be an elegant or striking way to introduce a lighting feature if you are short on floor or surface space.

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Five ways to transform your living space with lighting

Five ways to transform your living space with lighting

Leesa Chandler

Transforming your living space with lighting is easily done and does not have to rely on renovations or installations. A few simple additions and clever placements is all you need.

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Pleated lamp shades to suit any style.

Pleated lamp shades to suit any style.

Leesa Chandler

Pleated lamp shades provide the perfect blend of classic elegance and textural design. If it’s soft and pretty or printed and edgy that you are after, there’s a pleated shade to suit any style. Here is how to work a pleated lamp shade into your home décor

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Mix to match: how to clash patterns in your home for a chic finish

Mix to match: how to clash patterns in your home for a chic finish

Leesa Chandler

Clashing patterns can help to set your home apart from others and can act as the finishing touch to your décor. So, how can you pull it off?

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Let your lamp do the talking: how a shade can be the hero piece

Let your lamp do the talking: how a shade can be the hero piece

Leesa Chandler

A lamp does not have to be an afterthought or an item that blends into the background. Have you ever considered that it could actually be a feature? Let your lamp have the spotlight! Here’s how a shade can be the hero piece in your room.

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Lamps for a lifetime: classic lamp shades you'll never tire of.

Lamps for a lifetime: classic lamp shades you'll never tire of.

Leesa Chandler

In the age of social media, it is easy for your home inspiration to change at the click of a button, a swipe through Instagram or a scroll on Pinterest. But chopping and changing your décor every few months can be costly, wasteful and leave your home lacking cohesion and sophistication. On the other hand, choosing classic, timeless pieces that are not part of a trend can help you to build an elegant look that moves with you through time.

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