How to Make My Own Mini Lamp Shade With Vellum Paper

Mini vellum lamp shades are the perfect size for small table decorations. For large gatherings -- such as weddings or birthdays -- these lamp shades are the ideal size for wine-glass candles. Small vellum shades will soften the light and provide a soft glow for the people at the table. Each shade takes only one piece of vellum to make, and vellum is available in a large variety of colors. Print your name or the guest of honor on the shade with a date to make a wonderful keepsake from the event.

Things You'll Need

• Scissors
• Printed pattern
• Vellum paper
• Pencil
• Glue pen

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Cut the printed pattern with scissors.

   • 2

     Trace the pattern onto a piece of vellum paper with a pencil.

   • 3

     Cut around the lines carefully to cut out the shade.

   • 4

     Draw a line of glue down one of the straight sides of the vellum shade.

   • 5

     Wrap the shade around to place the other straight side onto the line of glue. Press firmly and hold for about one minute.