BEFORE and AFTER: Ugly Lamp Makeover From the Thrift Store

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  • Опубліковано 31 тра 2024
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  • @ThriftDiving
    @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +25

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  • @Bonusdoc
    @Bonusdoc 4 роки тому +64

    I think a black lamp base would match better with the moody, dramatic floral shade. Especially since you put a black trim on the lamp shade. Love your videos!

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +3

      Ooh, good idea! I may have done that if I hadn't done the white first and THEN the shade!

    • @TracvM320
      @TracvM320 4 роки тому +3

      Thrift Diving this is gorgeous and your so gracious to be kind to people making suggestions. Some are not nice when you try to offer up a twist on their ideas- I think black would be nice as well, but I love it either way❣️

  • @BiancaMH
    @BiancaMH 4 роки тому +18

    I just saw you on the Duluth commercial. I was like OMG that's my thrift diving girl!!!! Congratulations!

  • @Fubs_the_queen
    @Fubs_the_queen 4 роки тому +91

    Thank you for emphasizing masks! It drives me crazy when people on TV shows aren’t wearing masks, my grandpa was a voluntary test subject for Agent Orange when he was in the army, so I’m very conscious of airborne hazards!
    Thank you for being a health and common sense advocate!!

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +8

      I'll admit that I sometimes still skimp on the mask when it comes to spray paint, but after seeing those particles like that, never again will I be so lax about it. We have to protect our lungs so we can keep going for years to come!:)

    • @kelleymariejones6388
      @kelleymariejones6388 4 роки тому

      Fubs_the_queen 1996 Omgggggg, who cares about emphasizing on the topic of masks, it’s common sense to wear a mask when spray painting or anything with chemicals involved. That shouldn’t even be a topic. If your ignorant don’t wear a mask, if you have a brain in your head then the emphasis shouldn’t be an issue!

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +33

      @@kelleymariejones6388 Don't be rude about this. Many people DON'T wear a mask when spray painting outside because you're assuming since there is ventilation, then it's all good. If you're going to be rude, please go elsewhere. I don't do that here.

    • @fatik870
      @fatik870 4 роки тому +3

      Thrift Diving
      Word!!

  • @pmmm8440
    @pmmm8440 6 днів тому

    Very nice job of demonstrating the process. Thanks.

  • @HopskotchBunny
    @HopskotchBunny 2 місяці тому

    This is exquisite! I love your style. What wonderful ideas. Thanks for sharing. So happy to see you in my feed today. 😊

  • @mollythomas1526
    @mollythomas1526 4 роки тому +2

    Your design style is free spirited and comfortingly homey

  • @susanclauer2650
    @susanclauer2650 4 місяці тому

    I agree that the base would look better black but it still looks much better then it was. Good job.

  • @GrindHousetm
    @GrindHousetm 2 роки тому

    I'm so glad I found you. I just did a search... I like thrifting and re-designing for my home.

  • @carolynb1413
    @carolynb1413 4 роки тому +18

    It turned out beautiful. A littlt tip.......If you need to release the glue use a heat gun aimed on the paper and it softens the glue enough for you to remove it without tearing it.

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +4

      Ahhhhhh!!!!! Ammmmazzing tip. Thank you! I will definitely do that if I ever get into that situation again.

  • @darniataylor7749
    @darniataylor7749 4 роки тому +27

    I had no idea you could use paper to cover a lamp shade! I'm not usually into flowers, but the paint and shade turned out great. Tfs!

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +2

      Yeah, Darnia, choose any paper you want, and even fabric!!!

  • @wburchik
    @wburchik 4 роки тому +3

    Serena, this is probably the best lampshade makeover tutorial I have ever seen. Nice job!

  • @msjulie9592
    @msjulie9592 4 роки тому +23

    Very cute! The wall color is a great compliment to the pretty floral pattern.

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks!! I realized that too at the end, when I was like, Where am I going to put this???

  • @niccoleleo
    @niccoleleo 4 роки тому +1

    So cute! I also have a little TNR (trap, neuter, release) neighborhood cat that decided he loves us. I creatively named him “Fuzzy Cat” because he’s well, he’s fuzzy 🤣. After over a year I can now pet and hold him. He’s turned into one of the best little outside cats ever. ❤️

  • @beverlydietz1308
    @beverlydietz1308 3 роки тому

    The black trim.makes a world of difference . It's so awesome ..you're awesome !!

  • @gingergrant3932
    @gingergrant3932 2 роки тому

    I love diying thrift store and yard sale finds. your lamp turned out amazing.

  • @kitgenz1114
    @kitgenz1114 4 роки тому

    This video is definitely one of my favorites of yours! Thank you, this was fantastic.

  • @rebeccaswain4170
    @rebeccaswain4170 4 роки тому

    I love it and the colors in the lamp shade are stunning !!!!

  • @MissLady-pq4hc
    @MissLady-pq4hc 4 роки тому

    You are sooo good at all ! Thank you for teaching the rest of us.

  • @carolsydney6905
    @carolsydney6905 3 роки тому

    Your videos are unique and not a copy of anyone else. When I am re-doing things I use any materials, do dads, metal or whatever I can find that fits my vision. I love your lampshade. I have different styles too but his is almost Boho and I like the bright colors. It could cheer up any room or highlight a wall paint color. Thanks!!

  • @noelperkins3745
    @noelperkins3745 4 роки тому

    Wow!!!!!! This turned out beautifully. Awesome job!!!

  • @katelynofriel
    @katelynofriel 4 роки тому

    So beautiful I absolutely love that pattern, it matches my office perfectly ♡

  • @tonettekremer5680
    @tonettekremer5680 4 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing. Turned out awesome!

  • @riseyourvibration9669
    @riseyourvibration9669 3 роки тому

    This is my first time watching your videos and the vibe I’m getting from you is integrity!

  • @boricuaqueent
    @boricuaqueent 4 роки тому +1

    Love it Serena love your work, GBU and your family.

  • @DownButNotOutYet
    @DownButNotOutYet 2 роки тому +1

    This was such a fun project and most rewarding. It looked so nice with the indoor plant, maybe change the cover for the winter season making it more cosy. I enjoyed the video.

  • @sweetgrannybuns2774
    @sweetgrannybuns2774 3 роки тому

    Wow! Your lamp turned out so beautiful. Great job & the lampshade lessons. ❤️

  • @maureencrawford2275
    @maureencrawford2275 Рік тому

    It looks GREAT! Fantastic instructions!

  • @barbarab75
    @barbarab75 2 роки тому

    Loved this tutorial. Especially the shade.

  • @melanieeaton3344
    @melanieeaton3344 Рік тому

    Love the tutorial! And the wrapping paper!

  • @pamelanelson4817
    @pamelanelson4817 4 роки тому

    Well done! I love the way you finish things so nicely.
    Merry Christmas!

  • @thresiaross36
    @thresiaross36 4 роки тому

    Great job! Thank you for showing us this great tutorial it helps when someone shows what could happen and what to do to fix it. I like the lamp...

  • @dracenstein5556
    @dracenstein5556 Рік тому +1

    This was wonderful because for someone like me who loves things on the more “ creepy “ side of decor 😄 I pretty much have to make my own curtains and stuff so finding lamps has been really fun in my small town so I’m really looking forward to trying this THANK YOU and you really explained everything in a nice easy understanding way .

  • @denver1865
    @denver1865 4 роки тому

    Adorable! You did such a good job!

  • @TheH20please
    @TheH20please 4 роки тому +4

    What a fun and functional project. Thank you for the time and effort you put into all of your videos ♥

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому

      Aww, Joan, than you for the wonderful comment! Thank you for noticing how much work the videos require, but more importantly, thank you for watching!!!

  • @elisahendrick4744
    @elisahendrick4744 4 роки тому

    I really enjoy all you projects!

  • @joannrapp137
    @joannrapp137 4 роки тому

    The lamp us great. I love it lite up. Thank you for another great idea.

  • @kgrean8587
    @kgrean8587 4 роки тому

    I think it is gorgeous. You did a great job. I love it❤

  • @vintagegopherwooddesigns1603
    @vintagegopherwooddesigns1603 4 роки тому

    Nice result!! love the pattern you chose for the lamp shade. 🛋

  • @kaylasilvers2604
    @kaylasilvers2604 4 роки тому

    Your videos made me take an interest to redoing furniture and reupholstering! 😍

  • @Havanah2006
    @Havanah2006 4 роки тому

    This is gorgeous love love love

  • @JamieM470
    @JamieM470 4 роки тому

    Subscribed! I love your videos---you explain everything so well and even explain mistakes. You do real projects that aren't super expensive and show how we can do them too. Your lamp turned out wonderful and unique!

  • @trudycranford5713
    @trudycranford5713 2 роки тому

    absolutely great! you did good!

  • @foxxybrown291
    @foxxybrown291 4 роки тому

    Oh yes! And the bias tape really does finish it off xx

  • @neldablanco1663
    @neldablanco1663 4 роки тому +1

    So cool! Thanks for posting this! Inspired now to try!

  • @margaretgomez8643
    @margaretgomez8643 3 роки тому

    Loved this tutorial!! Thank you

  • @lorettamurphy988
    @lorettamurphy988 4 роки тому

    Love this!!! It's a great splash of color next to your wall. Really great

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks! I was complaining at first because it had gotten dark outside and I was worried about taking pics and video inside where it would be darker. But then I realized, "ooh, this turquoise wall would look FAB!"

  • @RoseOriginals
    @RoseOriginals 4 роки тому

    Turned out beautiful!

  • @FirstLast-zr9cy
    @FirstLast-zr9cy 4 роки тому +2

    I love the pattern! So pretty and festive. ❤️

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому

      Thanks!! I love it, too! I was surprised they called it "wrapping paper." It really feels as thick as scrapbook paper but bigger, so you CAN wrap with it. I am thinking of buying more. I wanted to use it to cover the desk area in the closet makeover I am working on! Or use it to line some of the shelving! Glad you like it!

  • @cloudskimmin
    @cloudskimmin 4 роки тому

    This was so much fun to watch and good tips for me on using spray paint. I've been sloppy with it before and now I think I'm going to be patient enough to do, two thin coats. Takes patience but is worth it. Many is the project I have cringed over to later see that big fat run I created being in a hurry. I looked at Skillshare and was amazed at how helpful this can be, will sign up. Thanks as always for being the strong teacher that you are, and we all appreciate your humor.

  • @giagordon7872
    @giagordon7872 4 роки тому

    This is really beautiful!

  • @carolyn8033
    @carolyn8033 2 місяці тому

    So beautiful.

  • @rhyfelwrDuw
    @rhyfelwrDuw 4 роки тому

    Wow looks amazing!!

  • @SanWithAnN
    @SanWithAnN 4 роки тому

    Looks beautiful!

  • @chan4754
    @chan4754 Рік тому

    Fabulous video, thank you

  • @flyvirgo913
    @flyvirgo913 4 роки тому

    Love your makeovers.

  • @olgaortiz746
    @olgaortiz746 4 роки тому

    THAT WAS BEAUTIFUL

  • @craftingwithangie2021
    @craftingwithangie2021 4 роки тому

    This turned out beautifully! :)

  • @gailbader8149
    @gailbader8149 4 роки тому +2

    You did a great job! When I first saw the paper I thought "ugh" but you made it work...

  • @JJ33438
    @JJ33438 3 роки тому

    I love that lamp! what a good job!

  • @Ameliemichelle
    @Ameliemichelle 4 роки тому

    So cute! I gotta try that

  • @boulevarddufil2410
    @boulevarddufil2410 4 роки тому

    beautiful work ! thanks; Sylvie

  • @cherylcrockett6177
    @cherylcrockett6177 2 роки тому

    Excellent job!

  • @annabanana0197
    @annabanana0197 2 роки тому

    Very pretty lamp. Enjoyed your video very much!

  • @Pepsi_Please
    @Pepsi_Please 4 роки тому +3

    So pretty 😍 I already have this paper too, but with a navy blue background. It looks gorgeous as my bookshelf's background. Coordinating lampshade, here I come! Great share, as always 🤗

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +1

      Nice! I was thinking that same thing, using the paper to line some of the shelving I'll build for the closet!

  • @QueenNanaEva
    @QueenNanaEva 4 роки тому

    What a beautiful lamp & shade.

  • @silverlabilver585
    @silverlabilver585 4 роки тому

    Omg your channel puts me in the mood to do it myself lol i love your channel

  • @QueerlyBeloved386
    @QueerlyBeloved386 4 роки тому

    This was lovely.

  • @tamiz8895
    @tamiz8895 2 роки тому

    Looks great, really professional.

  • @daisyday7610
    @daisyday7610 4 роки тому

    Beautiful!

  • @Lifegoals4me
    @Lifegoals4me 3 роки тому

    Great job!

  • @nonnie2428
    @nonnie2428 2 роки тому

    Gurl that’s some pretty work right there!😍 I have some old lamps that are just about gross & you just inspired me.

  • @OscarsWilde
    @OscarsWilde 4 роки тому

    Gorgeous Serena x

  • @ericafolange9497
    @ericafolange9497 4 роки тому +1

    Glue dots are awesome! And joining paper with clear packing tape can work well when you just need to join paper edge to edge.

  • @Frosting1000
    @Frosting1000 4 роки тому +1

    I love how the floral paper looks when your turn the lamp on! I wanna try something like this out

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому +1

      Yeah, that was an unexpected surprise! :) Thanks!!

  • @kimadams446
    @kimadams446 4 роки тому

    Beautiful.

  • @jeniwatkins3297
    @jeniwatkins3297 4 роки тому

    Love it!

  • @LasideasdeDahianna
    @LasideasdeDahianna 4 роки тому

    Beautiful lamp , good job 😍👍👍

  • @GraceFilled
    @GraceFilled 4 роки тому

    Beautiful

  • @annedycus5477
    @annedycus5477 3 роки тому

    I think it's super cute.

  • @susyshepard320
    @susyshepard320 4 роки тому

    Looks very nice 💡

  • @evazilcaiova9940
    @evazilcaiova9940 Рік тому +1

    Beautifol. 👍👍👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️ Slovakia 🇸🇰

  • @veronicawhite398
    @veronicawhite398 4 роки тому

    Good job, Serena!

  • @antiquesrestoration3874
    @antiquesrestoration3874 4 роки тому

    So pretty!

  • @tiarrab.8267
    @tiarrab.8267 4 роки тому +1

    💕🌸Omg!!! That lamp was such a steal!!! I have a floor lamp from Target and on sale it was over $50! Well done!! I love this one. And with spray paint, the color options are endless!!!👍🏾❤️😊

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому

      Lamps are NOT cheap! Definitely stop by the thrift store for your next one and make it unique and your own. You'll have fun! :)

  • @Sabrosaskiychen
    @Sabrosaskiychen 4 роки тому +1

    I like the end result. That remand me to a lamp that I found in the thrift store few monts ago. I converted to a beautiful lamp that now I have it on top of my night stand.

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому

      Thanks so much! Glad to hear you've been getting your lamp makeovers on, too! :)

  • @chrisli9685
    @chrisli9685 4 роки тому +1

    That is one serious glue gun!!! I never saw one like that. I've only seen the ones in the craft stores. I Love your channel so far. I have old/ugly furniture in my house that has good bones but needs some TLC. Love your channel!!!

  • @Connie-qn4oq
    @Connie-qn4oq 2 роки тому

    Beautiful❣️

  • @marshaloveridge1527
    @marshaloveridge1527 4 роки тому

    The lamp turned out great!

  • @girlsruleVII
    @girlsruleVII 2 роки тому

    Great job! I would have drawn a line on the outside of the lampshade to line it up with ease. I did the same thing and it was helpful. Thanks for your videos. I love them.

  • @katherinegalarza999
    @katherinegalarza999 4 роки тому

    Enjoyed your video 🤗

  • @jemmaj2919
    @jemmaj2919 4 роки тому

    Hmmm turned out really good, imagine what you can do what to style ur home. Tfs

  • @brucemartin8435
    @brucemartin8435 4 роки тому +1

    Quick note for a sensitive material you take the shirt you are wearing and stick the tape to it. It makes the tape just a little less tacky! Do it on car stuff all the time.

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  4 роки тому

      😲😲😲 Best tip ever!!! Can I reuse that and share with everyone? Brilliant!!!

  • @robinpesek3657
    @robinpesek3657 4 роки тому

    Yippee!! I have two of those (lovely) lamps in the garage. I want to bring them into the house, only after a makeover.

  • @mariaelenamaldonado4078
    @mariaelenamaldonado4078 4 роки тому +1

    Beautiful!!👏🏻👏🏻😘😘

  • @iwanttobelieve5970
    @iwanttobelieve5970 4 роки тому

    Wow. Well done. 👍👍👍

  • @jkgarri
    @jkgarri 4 роки тому

    You create really professional videos!

  • @steviek8506
    @steviek8506 2 місяці тому

    Subscribed 😊 looks amazing. I might have cut it down and made a table lamp but it's still a fantastic transformation

  • @jillb7234
    @jillb7234 4 роки тому

    Very nice!!!!

  • @mscolleen13able
    @mscolleen13able 2 роки тому

    I love the pattern.
    You should also start a mask when using the spray adhesive!

    • @ThriftDiving
      @ThriftDiving  2 роки тому

      Yes, I agree. That stuff is nasty!