Thrifty Coastal Lamp Makeover (Trash to Treasure)
Old thrift store lamps can really save you some money! This coastal lamp makeover was done on a budget that saved me a ton.
It’s TRASH to TREASURE Tuesday! Yay! ;)
Well, it’s always trash to treasure, any day of the week, around here. That’s kind of my motto.
But my friends and I are getting together every month and sharing what we’ve found and made pretty.
I made these $5 dollar glass lamps pretty…..
And they were kind of funky to begin with. :(
BUT they were only $5 EACH. That’s a steal.
And very easily cleaned…well sort of.
Somebody had some sticky, gooey splatter and spillage….and it looks like years worth.
But a little cleaning and they were all good to go.
And ready for paint.
I taped up the cords so the spray paint wouldn’t get on them (after unscrewing the base to loosen them up).
I then laid an old towel over the glass lamp area so the spray wouldn’t get on them.
Worked like a charm!
I didn’t take photos of spraying the “pole” inside that holds the cord.
I basically pulled it completely outside of the jar and painted it as well.
Once you unscrew that base most of it comes apart.
And of course I added ….SEASHELLS.
The bases were already gold colored….as in very brassy gold colored. (as you can see above)
I like the look of this gold better.
It’s Krylon, Metallic Gold. (does not look like the cap oddly enough…it’s more of a matte looking gold shade)
You might remember my most recent post about my “Master Bedroom Makeover Plans & Mood Board“.
I shared a mood board and showed how I was going very coastal (surprise! ;) ) in there.
These lamps were the PERFECT find for my “new” room.
So they are keepers.
I’m so happy!
Lamps are so expensive.
Especially lamps like this…..
I’ve seen similar for anywhere from $89-$249 each….EMPTY!
Loving my thrifty coastal lamp makeover. :)
The breakdown on these is as follows:
Lamp – $5
Shells – $6.99 (TJ Maxx and I didn’t use them all because I didn’t want them all the way full)
New Shade – 12.97 (Target)
So….less than $25 for EACH lamp.
You can’t beat that!
I considered painting all the shells white but I decided to leave them that pretty coral color.
I’m planning on using some “coral” colors in the room so thought they’d be a nice pop of color in my more neutral room.
These could have easily been passed over at the thrift store.
Yucky, brassy, dirty…..but look what they have become. :)
Ahhhmazing. Love that!
Sorry I don’t have any pretty decor photos with them….yet.
I’ll share them on the night stands in the bedroom soon. (still looking for new night stands…it’s been all “miss” so far!)
Be sure to take a peek at my friends’ makeovers below too.
I know I can’t wait to see what they’ve done with their “trash to treasures” this month!
xo
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These lamps are going to be perfect for your coastal style bedroom. Great find!
Thank you Paula! :) I can’t wait for it to come together!!
How much for both filled?
How much, what do you mean?
Awesome score and genius makeover, Nancy! I love the natural element that they add to your room. :)
Thanks Larissa!! :)
Perfect for your new bedroom!! What a great score!! XO
Thanks!! I think so!! :)
xo
Nancy
They really do look like expensive lamps Nancy – love the TLC you gave them! This looks like a fun new series and I look forward to following it.
Thank you Marie! :)
It’s fun making over something like this!
xo
Nancy
Beautiful Nancy! So adorable – I love your thrifty ideas! Blessings, Jayne
Thank you Jayne! :) These were so fun to transform!!
xo
Nancy
I had lamps just like those over 17 yrs ago. My mom and mother-in-law each bought me one for Christmas upon my request. At the time they were about $15.99 each. I wanted them for living room light (they ended up being to short-but I used them anyway). Mine never had anything spilt on them though.
P.S. Mine were like the 1st one with the edges, not completely round. lol
Hi Karey!
Oh how fun!! I am really enjoying them! The shells really make them. :)
xo
Nancy
What a great re-do! I love the idea of pulling in some of the color from the shells into the room. Super cute!
Thank you! Yes, I think the shells are the perfect color as an accent! (the main color is neutral and teal…I’ve already picked some fabric for pillows/curtains..yay!)
xo
Nancy
Awesome find! I’ve been looking for a matching pair of lamps at thrift stores for months and no luck yet~ I love how you added the seashells- so fun!
Thank you Jen!! It was a fun one to do!! I am so loving them too!!
xo
Nancy
Love the lamps! I would’ve probably seen them and passed up! I love all your projects.
PS: you could get shells just like these for $1 in Dollar Tree. I bought the pricier ones and the $1 ones, no difference..just sharing so you could save even more :)
Thanks Rupa! :)
Oh I didn’t know the shells were available at Dollar Tree. Will have to remember that! Thanks for the tip, very good to know!:)
Nancy
I fell in love with lamps just like these in Florida. Purchased them and lugged them on the plane all the way back to California. Put shells in them that I’d spent years collecting. Beautiful. Then I saw the same lamps in a California store for half the price. Thirty years later…still love my lamps.
Oh yes, but yours mean so much more! So happy you still have and love your lamps. Such a treasure! xoxo
I collect sea glass and find lamps like these at thrift stores and fill them with some of my sea glass!! I have seen them recently at Walmart and Hobby Lobby for around $20.00 each. I like thrifting to find them for $3 ?
These would be beautiful with sea glass, Faith! :) And yes, I’m with you!! xo