Rocketship Underpants

With the return of my camera came a slew of pictures I thought I’d never see again. Among them is a set I took while I made this lamp:

The pictures were meant to be an easy tutorial. And it really is an easy project. Perfect for a last-minute present.

First, you need a lamp from Ikea. I bought the large one for $6.

Next, buy some tissue paper in whatever color you want. I’m a fool for orange. Cut the tissue paper in different sized circles using cups, vases, and wine glasses.

Glue those suckers on with whatever glue you have hanging around (for longevity use the fancy clear-drying, flexible, non-acid glue you can find at art supply stores.) This step takes a good three hours.

And now you have the coolest $12 lamp ever.