I finally found some time this weekend to start and finish a small project. I made this:
I had planned to take it to Horton’s in a few weeks, but I think I have fallen in LOVE. I may hold on to it for a while.
Let me show you how it started.
I think it was either used to survey or possibly the stand for a telescope. Either way, it is weathered and the paint that’s left is a silvery-gray color. (Perfect for my house!)
I went to the hardware store and bought a lamp kit and used some scrap wood I had on hand.
I had to make a few pieces for the top and put the light kit together, but all in all it was a fairly simple project.
I think it has found a new home in our living room!
I hope you all have a wonderful week! I will share some of the things I will be bringing to the flea market later this week.
I think this is amazing! I found you through a blog hop and love what you did for this lamp. What a perfect base to start out with too! I’ve been dying to try this as well. Now to find the perfect bottom like you did!
Love the tripod lamp. Looks just like PB’s and much cheaper I’m sure. Hope you will link to my wow party tonight. Have a great week!
i have an old wooden tripod that belonged to a surveyor. I had the same thought you did. Can you explain what you did with the wood. Thanks for the info.
Bonnie, I’m so sorry but I did that project so long ago and I no longer have the light fixture. 🙁