DIY Paint Stick Lampshade
Get a designer look without paying the hefty price tag.
![DIY Paintstick Lampshade Beauty of Paintstick Lampshade](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2017/4/11/1/Original_Loch-and-Key-Productions_paintstick-lampshade_beauty_H.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1491957028994.webp)
Andy Vinson of Loch & Key Productions
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Materials Needed
Creative Content by Rebecca Hines
- lamp
- lampshade
- paint sticks (free at paint stores)
- wood stain
- rubber gloves
- durable glue
- clothespins
- white cloth
![Materials for Paintstick Lampshade Lamp, Stain, Glue, Paint Sticks, Clothespins](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2017/4/11/1/Original_Loch-and-Key-Productions_paintstick-lampshade_materials.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.924.85.suffix/1491956893815.webp)
Andy Vinson of Loch & Key Productions
Stain Paint Sticks
To begin, use a cloth to apply wood stain to the paint sticks. Be sure to wear rubber gloves for this step to prevent staining your nails or hands.
![Stain Paint Sticks Staining Paint Sticks](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2017/4/11/1/Original_Loch-and-Key-Productions_paintstick-lampshade-1.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1491956977803.webp)
Andy Vinson of Loch & Key Productions
Apply Stain to Lampshade
Using the same cloth for the paint sticks, evenly coat the lampshade with the stain and allow to dry.
![Stain Lampshade Staining Lampshade With Cloth](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2017/4/11/1/Original_Loch-and-Key-Productions_paintstick-lampshade-2.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1491956935168.webp)
Andy Vinson of Loch & Key Productions
Glue
Next, apply a durable adhesive to the paint sticks and adhere to the stained lampshade.
![Glue Paint Sticks to Stained Lampshade Gluing Paint Sticks to Lampshade](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2017/4/11/1/Original_Loch-and-Key-Productions_paintstick-lampshade-3.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1491956935615.webp)
Andy Vinson of Loch & Key Productions
Add Clothespins
Clamp down the paint sticks to the lampshade with clothespins for a secure hold. Let dry for 24 hours.
![Clamp Paint Sticks to Lampshade Add Clothespins Onto Lampshade](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2017/4/11/1/Original_Loch-and-Key-Productions_paintstick-lampshade-5.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1491956993220.webp)
Andy Vinson of Loch & Key Productions
Put it Together
Finally, return the lampshade to the lamp base for the final look.
![DIY Paintstick Lampshade Putting Lampshade on Blue Lamp Base](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2017/4/11/1/Original_Loch-and-Key-Productions_paintstick-lampshade-6.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.411.85.suffix/1491957028577.webp)
Andy Vinson of Loch & Key Productions
Cheap + Chic
Who knew free paint sticks could look this good? Budget-friendly and stylish, this lamp adds beautiful appeal to any side table.
![DIY Paintstick Lampshade Beauty of Paintstick Lampshade on End Table](http://hgtvhome.sndimg.com/content/dam/images/hgtv/fullset/2017/4/11/1/Original_Loch-and-Key-Productions_paintstick-lampshade_beauty_V.jpg.rend.hgtvcom.616.924.85.suffix/1491956852437.webp)
Andy Vinson of Loch & Key Productions
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