There are many of us around who just love to create something for ourselves and decorate our homes and offices at the same time. Although there are many shop-bought items that we could give, we sometimes put some love and care into creating something to give as a gift and this is often received with great pleasure too. In fact, with lamps in particular, we could also incorporate, along with readymade lighting parts, something that means a lot to both parties. Lighting supplies for these projects are available on the internet and a quick browse can turn up some rather interesting bits and pieces.

Of course, although we often use things that have been found at the beach, like shells and driftwood perhaps, online, every single item that is needed to make a lamp, from the base to the shade and all points in between, are available in many different materials, designs and colors. It is highly unlikely that anyone would double up on these things so the item will undoubtedly be unique in all its glory. The bodies of the lamps are where those with imagination really come to the fore. Here, there are all kinds of shapes available in spheres and squares, oblongs and ovoid, no matter what shape is required, it can be found. Most will be ‘stackable’ with a central hole already drilled in it for the wiring etc. On top of this will be the shade, readymade or just the wire frame so that the enthusiast can match the material to the room that it is intended for.

There will even be some advice too in the form of the size or shape of the shade to be added to the base. One thing that most people already know is that the shade should not be too big otherwise the lamp will be unstable. In recent years, the coolie lamp shades have become very popular and the name is taken from the hats worn by the Japanese. Under these, the style normally dictates a clean and unfussy lamp base so take care to match shape to shape too if a clean lined look is required.

Also, although we all think that we know where all the wiring goes in the plug and fittings, if this has not been attempted before, make sure to look for an electrician, or someone who is sure of what they are doing, to ensure that all this is put together in the right way. Shocks from these items are not pleasant and can end up being quite dangerous so take care here.

Then of course, comes all the beautiful objects, like unusual bottles, antique jars or old fashioned pieces of porcelain that can all be transformed into something wonderful if we take time with them. Pieces of oddly shaped wood, perhaps from the beach etc, are all prime candidates for a little artistry. However, if the piece is old, like the porcelain, check it out first otherwise this may be a valuable antique that is being made worthless!

Author Bio: Stewart Wrighter recently started purchasing lighting parts online because of the convenience. His wife ordered lighting supplies online in order to create her own lamp.

Category: Home Management
Keywords: lighting parts,lighting supplies