Leafy Lampshade

By

Genevieve Sterbenz

Leafy Lampshade

Materials

  • Krylon H2O™ Latex - Amazon River Green (#2603)
  • White Fabric Shade
  • Ivy or Leaf Stencil

General Supplies

  • Drop cloth
  • Low-tack masking tape
  • Kraft paper

Instructions

  1. Place lampshade on a flat work surface covered with drop cloth.
  2. Position stencil beginning at back seam of shade and secure with masking tape. Cover remaining areas with kraft paper to protect from overspray.
  3. Apply light coat of Amazon River Green over stencil. Let dry, then remove kraft paper, tape and stencil.
  4. Reposition stencil next to last painted leaf and repeat steps 2 and 3 until your ring of leaves is complete. Let dry completely.