When I came across this vintage lamp while thrifting I was happy because it was just what I'd been looking for.
I sprayed it with Krylon spray paint in ivory. I got so involved with the project that unfortunately I didn't take any pictures! I have to confess that I copied this idea and the bird images from a project I saw online. But I think its ok to do that if you are making it for yourself and it happens to be just what you want. Right?
I used my folk art acrylic paints to paint on the branches and leaves and carefully cut out the birds from this picture
and used ModPodge to stick them on the branches. I found the lovely birds at
graphicsfairy . She has wonderful images she shares so we can make wonderful projects. The lamp project was there also.
The lamp didn't have a shade so I took it apart and attached a harp so I could put on a shade from another lamp of mine. I was so pleased with my new lamp. It fits perfectly on the table with the birdhouse I have painted....
Beside the end table where they sit is the antique child's high chair I found a few years ago at a garage sale. I use it for my plant and can you see the little blue birdhouse in it?
In the bedroom I also have bird pictures and the bird pillow I made recently using Citrosol to transfer the image to the fabric. Abby wandered into the room and made herself at home in the picture....
....after she checked out the new lamp.
I had fun with this project . I'm really loving birds right now and I can see more bird lamps and cushions in the making. I hope you have a fun loving day today too.... Judi xoxo
