Victorian Lampshades Blog by Elegance lamps

Welcome to the Elegance Lamps blog, a place to explore, learn, and connect.

Discover the art and process behind Victorian lampshades and lampmaking, from worldwide travels to curate antique textiles to the creation of beaded Victorian and vintage-inspired lampshades paired with restored antique lamps. Explore lamp history, the psychology of color, and the evolution of lampshade styles over time.

Settle in and enjoy a thoughtful vintage home décor learning experience.

Your comments and feedback are always welcome and appreciated.

Crystal Hayes 3/29/20 Crystal Hayes 3/29/20

Weathering the Storm at Elegance Lamps

Crystal Hayes 6/15/19 Crystal Hayes 6/15/19

Making Victorian Lampshades for Antique Lamps

Crystal Hayes 12/24/18 Crystal Hayes 12/24/18

Sourcing Antique Textiles in Spain and Portugal

Headed to Spain and Portugal for beautiful antique textiles!

Crystal Hayes 6/22/18 Crystal Hayes 6/22/18

Antique Lamps - Beauty Meets Functionality

Beauty meets functionality at Elegance Lamps, where handmade silk lampshades are adorned with up-cycled antique textiles and antique lamp bases from a time when products were made to last.

Crystal Hayes 4/16/18 Crystal Hayes 4/16/18

Steampunk LampShades and lamps by Elegance Lamps