Shades of Elegance

Shades of Elegance by Cathy Skinner. Published by Hot Off The Press. ISBN 1-56231-155-7. Pages: 16

A wonderfully varied collection of decorative lampshades - for every room and individual. Nineteen glued and thirteen sewn lampshades are featured in this book, complete with full colour photographs and clear instructions. A great collection of home decorating ideas for even novice decorators, ranging from elegant Victorian to children's designs.

Featuring: Scalloped Hanging Lamp with Covered Chain, Tulip Shade with Stripes, Lamp with Flower-edged Shade, Candle Lamp with Clip-on Shade, Wallpaper Lampshade, Ruffled Fabric Lampshade, Tapestry Shade with Crown, Battenberg Lampshade, Tiffany Lampshade, Peach Victorian Lampshade, Purple and Black Victorian Lampshade, Blue and Purple Victorian Shade, Ribbon-Covered Shade, Painted Strawberry Lampshade, Kid's 'Heartburn' Lamp, Apple Print Lampshade, Geranium Shade, Golfer's Lamp, Cowboy Shade, Shade with Pouf Trim, Doily Lampshade, Lace Curtain Shade..