DIY

I've turned rather crafty since moving to Boston. I would not classify myself as crafty, creative...none of it. But since moving I have a bit more time on my hands so I've decided to do something with it. All the while trying to save a little $$. I had this old lamp that my mom had given me in our old house. It was a very unattractive brass lamp. We need a new lamp in James' room, but I really didn't want to spend the money. SO...I decided to get to work on the lamp we have. I went to Lowes and got the necessary tools....ie. SPRAY PAINT! I was amazed when I got there at all the different colors to choose from. I went with good ole classic white. Here is the process step by step:

 1. Take your lamp. Wipe it down with a wet cloth, then cover all areas you would rather not get painted

 2. Day 1 I painted two coats of primer on the lamp and let dry completely overnight

 3. Day 2: wipe lamp down and then spray you Protective Enamel coat. I did two coats of this as well

 3. Day 3: I sprayed one coat of the clear enamel. These are the players above. From left to right was the order that I used them.

 Here is the final product. I am very happy with it. Only thing I would have done different is I would have sanded it in between each step to get some of the bubbles out. Other than that I LOVE it! 

It works perfect on James' changing table and provides the right amount of light I was looking for. Burlap Shade was found at Target.