Vintage-KC-Magazine-Summer-2012

diy copycat

Supplies  Large ceramic owl  Base (optional)  Drum shade  Spray paint  Lamp Kit  Diamond tile drill bit  Epoxy  Painter’s tape

DIY Owl Lamp H Think you can’t afford that high-priced look? Think again! By Megan Kapple ave you noticed that owls are all the rage in home decor right now? You can purchase a wide array of owl inspired objects for your home rang- out to be a cheap and fairly easy process from start to finish. First, you will need a ceramic owl. I found one at a thrift store for $4. Next, grab a can of glossy white spray paint (I used Krylon indoor/outdoor glossy white) and cover that owl in a few thin, even coats. Since your owl will be turned into a working lamp, you will need to purchase a lamp kit. I found mine at Walmart for about $7, but they are also available at most hardware stores. ing from crib bedding to wall art. I’m loving the owl trend, but I don’t want to shell out big bucks on my home accessories that might go out of style in a few years. When I spotted a chic white owl lamp from West Elm, I fell in love with it and decided to try to recreate it myself for a fraction of the cost. It turned

Budget Breakdown Thrift Store Owl: $4 Lamp Kit: $7 Epoxy: $3 Can of White Spray Paint: $4 Thrift Store Bowl Turned Base: $1 White Drum Shade: $10 Total: $29

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