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Tiffany-Style Lamps: My First Lamp

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I am about to embark on my very first Tiffany Lampshade. I need some advice. I am considering making the GF16 Worden Waterlily shade. It has approximately 450 pieces in it. Can you tell me if this is a good first shade to try?

Rule of thumb for a first lampshade is to find one that contains approximately 400 pieces or less, so this new adventure doesn't become too frustrating. When working on a first lamp, you are learning several new techniques and working on a 3 dimensional plane, which can seem trying at times. Since the Waterlily has 450, you have made a very good choice! Also, it's best to start on a full form instead of a sectional one; so again, good job...and good luck!!

Phyllisramsey

Thursday, June 2, 2011
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I HAVE A FLOOR LAMP, I WANT TO MAKE A SHADE. I BELIEVE I NEED A 21/2" CAP. HOW DO I KNOW THAT SIZE SHADE I SHOULD MAKE, I WOULD LIKE A 16" SHADE.

 

JIML

Thursday, April 30, 2009
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Hi Jenny   Concerning the Odyssey 22” hanging head dragonfly lamp. Here are some answers to your questions. You will want to position the wing pieces flush to the form next to the head. This will make the other end of the wing pushed out away from the form. I would bridge the gap with foil and then solder over it. The equator or line that you don’t solder is at the top of the wings. This will allow you to carefully remove the soldered top and bottom sections. You will then solder the 2 sections together. It would be helpful if you had someone helping you hold and position the sections while you are soldering them together. The dragonfly heads attach to the bottom of the wings. I hope this helps. If you have anymore questions don’t hesitate to ask.   Warm regards, Jim Ladd  

 
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Vi7

Friday, April 3, 2009
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I am working on a 22" hanging head dragonfly lamp on an Odyssey form.  I am ready to begin soldering on the lamp. However, I am not confortable about positioning the wings on the form to solder.  Also, I understand I have to solder the lamp in two sections.  Just where along the "equator" do I make this "break"?  Do the heads attach to the bottom with the wings or the top?  Do both wings attach to the bottom or do I divide them?  Any help will be appreciated.  (This IS my first Tiffany lamp. Sure wish I had known about your recommendation of starting smaller and simplier.  However, I have been doing glass for about 12 years. ) Thank you for any help.

 
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