My Salvaged Treasures: Junky Lamp Parts Cloche

Friday, June 12, 2015

Junky Lamp Parts Cloche

I've been accumulating old lamp parts for quite a while now. Nothing is off limits because no matter how ugly the lamp, there's always a way to beautify it or to create something completely different with the parts.

So simple! My kind of project.

Only two main ingredients were needed: a painted and distressed base that once belonged to a frightfully ugly lamp, and a chippy light guard cover from a gymnasium. That other miscellaneous lamp part will be the subject of another post.

repurposed lamp parts DIY trash to treasure

A perfect marriage.

repurposed lamp base trash to treasure cloche

A small raised lip on the lamp base holds the light cover in place.

I added a handful of dried moss for a pop of color and to cover up the holes in the base.

vintage DIY trash to treasure lamp parts cloche

Then I topped it off with an antiqued silver filigree and a rhinestone earring.

The cloche was the perfect size for showing off a magnetic picture/card holder I made with old lamp parts and a bolt. You can see that tutorial here.

A card stock bird is perched on top and held in place by a magnet. I found the pattern for the bird in Country Living Magazine a few years ago; unfortunately the link I saved is broken.

upcycled lamp base repurposed gymnasium light cover

I still have one light guard left to play with, so hopefully I'll be able to find another base.

A few more of my junky lamp parts creations:

1. Spool Necklaces and a Repurposed Lamp

2. Junky Lamp Parts Christmas Trees

3. Wheel Meets Lamp Base

4. Lamps...They're Not Just for Lighting Anymore

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24 comments:

handmade by amaliaJune 12, 2015 at 8:13 AM

Yep, another brilliant creation, Betsy.
Have a great weekend.
Amalia
xo
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Linda @ A La CarteJune 12, 2015 at 8:38 AM

I really love this one Betsy! I can see it in my bedroom for sure! You are the most creative person I know!
hugs,
Linda
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~Damita's Pretty Wrap~June 12, 2015 at 10:22 AM

You're so awesomely talented to make new sweet creations!! Love it, its so cute together!! Happy weekend!! xo Holly
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My thrift store addictionJune 12, 2015 at 2:11 PM

Fabulous & swoon worthy! You are so talented!
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Glenda/MidSouthJune 12, 2015 at 6:53 PM

Your creative wheels keep on spinning! I always like the touches of bling you add.
Enjoy the weekend.
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Julia - Vintage with LacesJune 12, 2015 at 9:05 PM

That was indeed the perfect marriage, Betsy. You've created such a lovely piece from junk parts again.
Have a happy weekend!
Hugs,
Julia
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JeanieJune 13, 2015 at 5:51 AM

This is very cool. The dried moss really sets it off. Nice!
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Tuula @ Thrifty RebelJune 13, 2015 at 6:10 AM

Love it! You certainly are making me look at old lamps with new eyes. Awesome!
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DD's CottageJune 13, 2015 at 6:30 AM

Very creative and pretty Betsy! You did it again!
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KathyJune 13, 2015 at 8:08 AM

LOVE this!!
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Art and SandJune 13, 2015 at 9:46 AM

I love it all.

Joshua and Aylin love the gray box for the seating assignment table and they want it for their house when the wedding is over. I haven't decided exactly how I will use the #5 box for the wedding, but I have lots of ideas for our house.
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JunkchiccottageJune 13, 2015 at 2:26 PM

Betsy,
Always love your wonderful re loves. Very creative.
Kris
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Rose LJune 13, 2015 at 5:13 PM

CUTE! YOU SURE ARE CREATIVE.
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AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNaJune 14, 2015 at 5:38 AM

So creative and unique! You are such a trendsetter in the DIY world!
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Sherry@Back2VintageJune 14, 2015 at 2:18 PM

Your creativity always amazes me. Who would have thought to combine a lamp base with a gym light guard!!! Love, It.
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Vicky HuntJune 14, 2015 at 6:46 PM

Your lamp part creations are among my favorites. Always so unique and beautiful! I so wish I had your creative eye. Have a wonderful week!
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Creations By CindyJune 15, 2015 at 7:49 AM

WOW and WOW! I love what all you have done here! CREATIVE! Hugs and blessings, Cindy
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Have a DailyJune 15, 2015 at 9:30 PM

Betsy, I just love this! You are so clever at putting things together!
hugs,
Jann
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The Speckled Hen CottageJune 16, 2015 at 12:02 PM

Separately they might not have been the greatest ~ but together they shine!!! Have a lovely week ~ Mickie
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Lucy AuburnJune 16, 2015 at 1:10 PM

Your repurposes are so creative! Thanks for the inspiration!
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Libby ButtonsJune 16, 2015 at 4:17 PM

I love these ! Do you sell them or use them throughout your home? Id love to see your décor !
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Rosemary@villabarnesJune 16, 2015 at 5:02 PM

Nice job, Betsy. Lamp parts are some of my favorite pieces to play with.
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The Polka Dot ClosetJune 18, 2015 at 8:23 AM

Oh Betsy, it is perfect!!! How does your brain work???? I would take a pile of lamp parts and I would have a .....Pile of lamp parts lol!!! Thank you for your kind words on the Polka Dot Flea, oh maybe...maybe...one day you could come????

Carol
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Barbara @ 21 Rosemary LaneJune 20, 2015 at 3:45 PM

How very creative Betsy! All the pieces work together so perfectly to create your cloche...just beautiful!
Thank you for sharing at SYS and enjoy the rest of your weekend!
XO Barbara
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