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"The Lampshade 2 day course was great. Very professional and clear instruction, in a relaxed and friendly environment, in a cool part of London with terrific cafes for your lunch break. I was amazed that I and everyone on the class produced lampshades that you see in featured in interior magazines." From a recent participant

Gathered & Pleated lampshades are currently enjoying a revival of interest. Traditionally made using plain fabrics, they are now being created from an array of fabrics.

You will learn all the skills you need to make your own Pleated lampshades, fully lined with gentle pleats and finished to a high standard. You will then be able to go on to make more shades, either professionally or for your own use.

DAY ONE: 10 - 5.30PM

Binding your lampshade frame (a straight sided empire frame 20cm or 25cm base measurement).

You will learn how to bind your frame

Measuring and making a pleated lining for the lampshade from cotton or linen

Pleating your fabric, and attaching and hand sewing it onto the frame

Between the end of Day One & Day Two there will be some hand-sewing to complete in your own time.

DAY TWO: 10 - 5.30PM

Hand sewing your lining onto the frame

Making and attaching bias binding for your lampshade

Completing any hand sewing your outer gathered fabric onto the frame

You do not need any previous experience, although a love of hand sewing or an intention to have one is ideal! There is a lot of hand sewing required to attach your fabric onto the frame.


Pleated Lampshades with a Pleated Lining 

Angela Parry-Cooke

However you choose to decorate and furnish your home, some trendy and popular accessories just aren't for some people. They seem tacky and distasteful and the safe bet is to opt for soft furnishings like snugly cushions, stylish rugs, cosy blankets and throws, as well as curtains to emphasise your ideas rather than anything too modern and wacky.

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