How do I paint a lamp shade?
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Hello again,
Use Chalk paint or maybe if plain colour to start with - Sharpies to give it a different look. Have fun!
Hi Connie! My favorite video on how to paint a lamp shade is by Amy Howard. I'll attach it below!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DDvVlDKcAWg&t=801s
Here's a post that might help - https://homeguides.sfgate.com/change-color-lamp-shades-56737.html#targetText=Another%20option%20to%20achieve%20a,you%20do%20not%20want%20painted.
Hello. I have used spray paints on thrift store paper lampshades. Sometimes I use a different color for the inside like a white or even a metallic for brightening feature .
I would try spray painting!
Hi Connie, this lady used watercolor paints for a dreamy lampshade makeover - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSaYsqSiMmQ