Glitter Gold Lamp Makeover ($7 thrifty find!)
As we all know, lamps can be expensive, but they don’t have to be! The thrift store abounds with lamps, all styles and sizes…just like this glitter gold lamp makeover!
I’m sharing a super fun thrifty makeover today.
A glitter gold lamp makeover.
I picked up this lamp at the thrift store a while back. I loved the shape, but not the color so much.
The shape was really nice and so was the price…. $6.98.
Can’t beat that because like I said, lamps can be pricey! (and yep, that’s one of the stacks of wood flooring in the background just waiting on us… our house is a hot mess right now! lol)
So I brought it home with the thought that I’d paint it aqua or something along those lines.
And how it happens sometimes, I changed my mind. Imagine that!! lol
My hubby and I were at Lowe’s this past weekend and I needed to grab some spray paint.
Guess what I found??
Yep! You got it!
That pretty gold, glittery goodness spray paint. In a can.
How have I never seen this?
Or maybe I have before…who knows!! hee hee It’s highly possible I may have even used it at some point.
But I surely don’t remember.
Anyway, who doesn’t love glitter? And GOLD glitter, even better.
You can find it here: Glittery Gold Spray Paint
Just look at that…
Okay, so let me tell you how to do this oh-so-complicated glitter gold lamp makeover. (you know I’m kidding, right?)
It was SIMPLE.
I tested the glittery spray paint and noticed it was a bit opaque so I gave the lamp a base coat of white spray paint.
I didn’t want any of the red showing through and this worked perfectly.
I love it and that pretty glittery, gold paint.
I’m dreaming up other things I can use it on now.
Up close glittery goodness…..
I know this might not be everyone’s thing but the message is the same.
You don’t have to be spendy when decorating your home.
So paint it whatever color suits you!
Like aqua.
Kidding!
I hope you enjoyed my pretty little glitter gold lamp makeover today.
Don’t forget to shop at your local thrift stores when trying to find pretty decor for your home.
Paint can transform anything. It is your friend! It sure is mine.
Here are a few other lamp or light fixture makeovers:
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And check back in on Thursday to see what I did with this old cutting board!
UPDATE! See it now, here!!
Have a great week!
xoxo
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Love the painted lamp!…I was not aware, of gold glitter paint…
Thanks Sharon! I know, isn’t it fun? So many projects in my future. ;) xo
Super cute transformation! Glitter spray paint?? I must try it! :D XOXO
Thanks Christy! :) I know, everything is prettier in glitter! lol xoxo
Oh, Nancy! That is BEAUTIFUL!! And just the perfect amount of bling…. cause every girl needs a little bling in her life! I’m looking for something I can spray paint now. And I just may do a lamp like you did!! Thank you so much for sharing! xo
Hey Karen!! Thank you! That’s right, we do! ;) Hope you are doing well! xoxo
Hi! Love this! I have a question: Does the glitter flake off? Did you use a covering (spray) over the top? Thanks!
Thanks Christy! Great question! I did notice a tiny bit of glitter on my hand right after spraying (after it dried). So I thought it might be a good idea to spray a top coat of sealer. I haven’t yet because I needed to get the pictures done for the post but probably will just for the added protection. I forgot to mention that in the post, thanks for the reminder. :) xo
Your “new” lamp turned out beautifully. I had never heard of glitter gold spray – is it a bumpy, yet smooth finish (no glitter sticking out), it looks like it. I like the soft,matte appearance of the paint – not shiny. It also works very well on this modern lamp shape. (Does this spray paint come in other metallic color like silver or copper?) I think the little touch of gold works well in your room as it is soft and pastel. Spray paint can be a life saver for a nice shaped item that is is either a horrible color or a good one with a color/finish that just work in a new setting. I brought my antique brass chandelier from my old house and sprayed it satin nickel to match the other fixtures in my new house. I got this on sale at JC Penny a number of years ago at a great price. I had to match the antique brass fixtures in the house that were already there and this fixture was the correct large size (about 30″ diameter), with 6 arms and pierced black metal shades (I left the shades black when I re-painted it). It is a classic, simple shape and will continue to go to new houses with me. I also loves your shell lamps – what a savings for a little work. Looking forward to future posts and am reading the older ones on your blog,
Thank you Jill! :) Yep, it’s what I would call sort of rough-ish but kind of smooth, if that makes sense. lol I guess a bit like how sandpaper is rough but in a smooth and even consistent way.
They also had silver at Lowe’s (where I got it) but I noticed a couple other colors online.
You are so right, I love a small hint of gold like that too! And it does have a soft, muted look to it.
And yes, paint really can be a lifesaver, for sure! What a great idea to bring your chandelier and paint it. Just like new and perfect that it now matches your other fixtures. :) Looking forward to sharing more with you! xoxo
Okay… I’m not a glam girl… but this looks SO pretty! Looks great in your home, too! Are you going coastal-glam???? ;-)
Thanks Julie! :) I’m not so much either decor-wise but yep, things might be changing up “just a little” decor wise. Nothing crazy, just a bit more, hmm, not even sure of the word! I’d say…sophisticated coastal with it still being very relaxed and a little less farmhouse. If that makes sense! ;)
Love it! I have to try that gold glitter. Thanks for the inspiration!
Thanks Melva! Yes you do, so much fun. :) xo
Beautiful Nancy! I think it goes wonderfully with your coastal aqua, like sunshine and water. But be careful with that stuff; it may cause Midas-itis and everything you thrift will turn gold.
Thank you Paula!! And oh my, I think you might be right about that!! ;) xoxo
I love the makeover! I buy a lot of thrift store lamps, mostly to turn into candleholders. I do have a few, however, that would be great to paint and I love the glitter idea. I’m more of a silver girl myself, though. I think I’ll be on the lookout for some new spray paint now. Thanks for the idea!
Thanks Meredith! :) Oh, yes, neat idea! And yes, they had a silver of this same paint. (at Lowe’s, is where I found it but you may be able to find the silver on Amazon too) You are very welcome, have fun! xo
I love, love, love the “new” lamp! How is it that everything you create looks so professional????? I can’t tell you how much I enjoy your blog and all of your ideas.
One question if you don’t mind; have you had issues with the glitter paint flaking off? I am having flashbacks of my three children, (now grown) and decorating for Christmas one year. I still love the memory, just not the glitter that I found in the oddest places, hahahaha!
Thank you for sharing all of your creations with us!
Sincerely,
Jane
Aw thank you so much Jane! :) I’m so glad you enjoy the blog!
And yes, I have some memories of glitter with my kids, too! ;) So much fun. lol I haven’t noticed much flaking off so it does stay on really well. However, when I handle it, I do get a very small amount of glitter. Not so much that I’d be worried about it but I think I’m going to give it a spray with a seal coat to see how it does and how it looks after. (if it affects the look) I’ll edit the post with my findings on that. (I’ve got to run out and get some spray sealer, I’m all out! I might have to pick up that silver glitter spray I saw while I’m there! ;) ) Hope you have a wonderful weekend! xoxo