Are you looking to add a unique touch to your home decor?
Why not make a DIY light shade from a metal fruit bowl?
It's a simple and affordable way to personalise your space and create a stunning focal point in any room.
This project took just 15 minutes to create.
As I wanted a black shade which is the original colour of the metal bowl, I didn't need to paint it.
But you can paint yours any colour you like using quality spray paint.
(The metal fruit bowl was purchased from KMart in New Zealand, for 10 Dollars).
Here's what you'll need:
· A metal fruit bowl
(Choose a sturdy fruit bowl that will allow light to shine through).
· A screw-on light fitting
(you can use a pendant fitting if desired)
.A drill
. 2mm drill bit
.29mm hole saw bit
· A light bulb
· Paint or spray paint (optional)
Instructions:
1. Clean the metal fruit bowl thoroughly to remove any dirt or residue.
2. If you want to change the colour of the bowl, now is the time to paint it with your desired colour. Let it dry completely before moving on to the next step.
3. Measure and mark the centre point where the hole for the light fitting will be.
4. Drill a pilot hole with a 2mm drill bit. Doing this helps centre and stop the slipping of the hole saw attachment when you drill it in the next step.
5. Using a 29mm hole saw attachment, carefully make a hole in the bottom of the fruit bowl.
6. Lightly sand the rough metal on the hole circle.
7. Hang the light shade in your desired location and add a light bulb to complete the look.
Voila!
You now have a beautiful and unique DIY fruit bowl light shade to brighten up your space.
And who would have guessed this cool light shade was once a very cool fruit bowl in a past life?
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