It is easier to rewire a lamp than you might think. I had a couple old ones i got off FB marketplace and they short circuited the apartment bc it turns out they were rusty inside the socket. I was like damn. But I got a lamp repairing kit off of Amazon and watched one (1) YouTube video. I do not see myself as a competent in a handy sort of way but it’s soo doable you feel amazing about yourself after
PS I had a screwdriver and pliers on hand, you will need that
I found a working lamp on the sidewalk and after a thorough clean I’m making a ”lampshade” with glass beads! I think I’ll use a ton more and get a softer bulb but how fun to experiment!
I love lamps that softly diffuse light — can’t go wrong with lanterns (link here, here and here for inspo), plus they have endless DIY potential. I made this one with a stack of shades + a base from another broken lamp.
