Be inspired to create new lampshades for all your lamps at home and gain a new skill whilst having fun! This workshop is suitable for all skill levels. Choose to create a standard orientation shade in one of 3 sizes, with your own fabric or purchase from our small designer fabrics on the day. Choose one of the following sizes: 8" dia 12" dia 15.5"dia FAQ's What do I need to bring? A selection of unique fabrics will be available for purchase on the day or you may bring along your own favourite piece of fabric to co ordinate with your peronal taste or decor. Once you have booked the ticket - you will be notified on fabric sizes needed, however as a general rule 1/2 yard should be sufficient for all 3 sizes. What type of fabric should I choose? Type – Cotton, linen, cotton drill, polyester cotton. They tend to “behave” well during the making process. Weight – Light to medium weight is best. Heavier fabrics don’t let as much light through and they tend to be stiffer, so harder to work with. Weave – Tight weave is better than a loose weave. Loose weave fabrics tend to fray more and they don’t hold their form well. Fabric to avoid: Really lightweight satins and silks Heavy upholstery fabric Fabrics that have voids, or are holey Design: Fabric with a strong grid design, i.e. vertical and/or horizontal lines are best suited for drum shades. If using this type of fabric on an empire shade be aware that the grid will slope away from vertical the further round the shade it travels. Fabric without a strong grid eg. florals and abstract designs are perfect! Fabric with a large design is not always suitable for small shades.