Pierced lampshades

Published 9:00 pm Wednesday, November 10, 2004

A letter punched out of a paper lampshade is almost invisible, until you turn on the light.

To make a monogrammed lampshade, you will need: a piece of white paper, a paper lampshade, removable tape and an awl.

Start by creating a template: Print a letter on white paper or enlarge one from a book on a photocopier. Position the template on the lampshade, securing it with removable tape. With an awl, carefully prick along the outline of the letter, spacing the holes about 1/8-inch apart. (Practice on scrap card stock first.)

Carefully remove the template.