Instead of throwing away old newspapers as trash, they can be used to create a beautiful and stylish desk lamp that will catch guests' attention. This does not require buying expensive decorative items; it is enough to use old newspapers, glue, and some other handy materials.
The newspaper can be decorated by folding it in different ways or layering it to create a pattern on the lampshade. When the lamp turns on, the light passing through the paper creates a soft and pleasant glow in the room. Such a lamp is ideal for a bedside table, a desk, or a reading nook.
It is not always necessary to purchase new things to decorate an interior. Reusing old newspapers allows you to create a lampshade that looks original while using useless items already at home. Thanks to the print on the newspaper and the patterns created by folds, the lampshade can look very attractive when the light is on. You can also stick thin craft paper over the newspaper or develop your own design according to your taste.
You do not need many materials to create a lampshade from newspapers. If you already have an old lampshade, you can update it by creating a design on it from newspapers. If not, you can make a cylindrical or square base from thin cardboard or thick paper, making sure to leave space for attaching the lamp at the top and bottom.
1. First, separate clean and dry newspaper pages. Try to choose pages that do not have too dark ink or signs of moisture. The edges of all pages can be trimmed with scissors to have the same size.
2. Then, cut the newspaper pages into small pieces or roll them into long strips. You can create various designs by folding the paper like a fan, rolling it into a cylinder, or using geometric patterns. If you prefer a simpler look, you can simply layer the newspaper strips on top of each other, creating layers.
3. If you have an old lampshade frame, use it. If you don't have a frame, make a cylindrical or square base from thin cardboard or thick paper, ensuring that there is proper space for attaching the lamp at the top and bottom.
4. Now start gluing the prepared newspaper pieces or strips onto the lampshade base using glue. Do not apply them too thickly so that the lamp light can pass through them.
5. You can attach all elements in one style or create your own unique design using different folding methods. Where necessary, use paper clips to hold the paper while it dries.
6. After the entire lampshade is ready, let it dry thoroughly for several hours. Attach it to the lamp only after the glue has completely dried. After that, it can be placed on a desk, a bedside table, or in a reading nook.
Since paper and newspapers are easily flammable, an LED bulb that emits little heat or is cool should be used in the paper lampshade. It is necessary to maintain a sufficient distance between the bulb and the paper, and not to leave the lamp running for a long time unattended.