Chandelier own hands: photo workshop

Cardboard chandelier

amazing how some people manage to see the beauty in the ordinary.

to create a fabulous lampshade we need:

1. Several cardboard boxes;
2. Scissors;
3. Clay;
4. Roulette;
5. Set for chandeliers, or the machine from an old lamp.

Step by Step:

1. To begin with we define the future size - the maximum and minimum width of the ball.
2. After razlinovyvaem each side of the box, respectively, on the ring, it is important that there are no rings of the same diameter - make increments of 0.5 to 1 cm
3. Cut rings..It is better to do a sharp knife stationery, not to trample the edges.
4. Putting glue on the ball, alternating rings from different directions, the transition to be as smooth.
5. Fix the lampshade on the mechanism of chandeliers and enjoy their work!

between the fourth and fifth paragraph may be painted, if you do not like the natural color of cardboard or want to get a more durable product.It is better to use the paint in the can - it is the most difficult places to paint without damaging the structure.

chandelier rope

Simply make gentle cover of clothesline.

You will need:

1. Actually rope 10 m, thicker and better.
2. thick PVA glue and glue for decoupage.
3. wooden plank.
4. White paint in spray.
5. Scotch.
6. basis round the ceiling.
7. inflatable ball or the ball for beach volleyball.

Step by Step:

1. The wooden plank with a steady deepening laid a beautiful waveform rope and we coat it well with white glue.We leave for a day or until completely dry.
2. Inflatable balloon or ball sizing tape or masking tape (to the rope during operation Do not drive).
3. gently remove the dried strips deepening undulating rope and smooth spiral impose it on the ball.During each turn thick coat with glue for decoupage to form securely.
4. Dried hemisphere is detachable from the base and a good paint over spray.White color is optional - you can choose the one that suits you more.
5. Fix the lampshade on the basis of the ceiling and can connect the new chandelier

Romantic fabric chandelier

Create an atmosphere of ease and romance will allow unusual fabric decorative light.

to such original chandeliers come in handy:

1. Chopped stripes fabric, lace or ribbons.
2. grille from the refrigerator.
3. Christmas garlands (where one color).
4. extension cord in tone interior.
5. Yarn, needles.

Step by Step:

1. in a chaotic manner different strips to hang on a grid fabric and fix the thread.
2. edges of shelves winding strip of fabric to the metal to be seen.
3. lowered into a garland.
4. suspended structures on chains, ropes or braids of the same fabric slips, turn on the garland to the power outlet and enjoy a romantic and gentle view of the lampshade.

Christmas chandelier

In principle, this structure can be called a rather false decoration, not a chandelier, but it is rather a matter of taste.Sometimes you can find articles, where such is called the original tree.You decide, but in any case, the design looks quite impressive, but done in a jiffy.

will be needed:.

1. piece of plywood or Plexiglas 50x50 cm
2. linen or any other rough rope.
3. Stapler.
4. Christmas balls in any color.
5. Glass chandelier from the old chandeliers.

Step by Step:

1. square of plywood or Plexiglas will be the basis for the entire structure.Chaotic drilled in it even the maximum number of holes in increments of 5 cm.
2. staples of wire rope or hook is threaded into one hole and print from the next.The ends of the cut off at a distance of 2 m. We perform well with all holes.
3. basis of fix on the ceiling so that the thread hanging down.
4. ropes tied to a Christmas tree balls and glass chandelier at different heights so that they form an upwardly directed cone.

In addition to creating this installation, and can be available in the New Year to decorate the chandelier-style, just by hanging on her cell cones, balls and other decorations in the thin ribbons.

Create a unique chandelier or lamp with your hands is not difficult.We need only a little inspiration and ideas, much material you can use any, even the most unexpected.And then you can easily transform the old thing, or even a papier-mache can make a real masterpiece of design art.