The Next New Trend for Table Lamps

Posted on May 7, 2013 by Laura

Gone are the days of monochromatic rooms, and the swing toward splashes of color is in full force. Table lamps are the easiest way to give a room a fresh look, since they’re easily moveable and come in such a wide range of price points and styles. And the last few seasons have brought along a terrific selection of colorful lamp bases.

So it’s not surprising that the Next New Trend is the design world’s introduction of fabulous fabrics and multiple print lampshades. Here are five of LampStore’s current crop.

The White Lamp & Seaglass Print Shade by Gallery Designs is a perfect example of using unusual materials to introduce visual interest in a room.

The Orange Lamp with Print Shade by Stylecraft is bright, cheery and Mad Men retro.

The Balustrade Lamp by Gallery Designs has an informal, yet sophisticated look, perfect for bedside or a casual den.

The Blue Print Shaded Blue Lamp by Stylecraft is a happy lamp for a happy room.

The Small Coral Shaded Ivory Lamp by Gallery Designs is an accent lamp with irresistible charm – a look that’s both sweet and sophisticated.

Lamp of the Week — Venetian Finial Mesh Shaded Lamp by Regina Andrew

Posted on April 25, 2013 by toby

For those times when “the world is too much with us…,” the 20″ high Venetian Final Mesh Shaded Lamp by Regina Andrew provides a sense of quiet and peace. The graceful black textured resin base is topped with a 12″ bottom metal mesh shade and takes a 60watt bulb. (We’ve photographed the lamp with an Edison bulb, which, alas, is NOT included with the lamp.)

Playing with Spring’s Color Trends

Posted on April 24, 2013 by toby

It’s no secret that we love color. And, inspired by this post on Refinery29, we decided to pair a few of our favorite lamps with this season’s hottest colors. Enjoy!

A color that commands attention, in a shape that’s wonderfully versatile, this Orange Triple Gourd Porcelain Lamp is intrinsically cheerful.

The vivid color of majolica pottery is obtained by adding bright metalic oxides to the earthenware during the glazing process. The luscious Green Majolica Pottery Lamp by Frederick Cooper is a perfect example of the immediately recognizable and laborious technique.

This double gourd porcelain — a shape we love because it dresses up, dresses down, goes contemporary or traditional — is a sunny yellow. The Yellow Double Gourd Porcelain Lamp works well on a bedside nightstand or living room side table.

The softest hue of robin’s egg blue, gently accented with muted gold, this handfinished wood lamp is a timeless beauty. The Pale Blue Wood Lamp by LampStoreOriginals is a good size for a living room chest or small bedside table.

This deep red pottery lamp has a fabulous embossed surface. The Parson Red Pottery Lamp by Cyan Design is perfect for bedside or chest in a casual room.

Mother’s Day DeLights — 5 Table Lamps Your Mom Will Love

Posted on April 22, 2013 by toby

Still struggling with what to buy Mom for Mother’s Day this year? We’ve selected a few of our favorite, sure-to-please lamps that are small enough to fit in any space. As always, there’s free shipping and these are guaranteed to bring a smile to Mom’s face.

Perfect for a kitchen counter, dining room chest, on a desk or a shelf, the Small Silvery Gold Teapot Lamp by CBK is one of our most popular lamps. The teapot shape has an intrinsic warmth and whimsical feel, and this version is a rubbed aged silvery golden hue, well detailed with embossing.

A delicate lamp for a highly refined, traditional room, the small Song Birds Porcelain Accent Lamp is decorated with vines and berries. With a pair of graceful birds on its front, this one is a good size and shape for chest or bookshelf.

A fitting crown for a chest or dresser, the Small Pattern Maker Lamp by Regina Andrew has a three dimensional silhouette of brushed gold, and is mounted on a dark base.

You might have noticed that LampStore’s especially partial to the blue-and-white color combo. And with pieces like this Small Charming Blue White Oval Porcelain Lamp to entice, can you blame us?

A lovely accent piece for a traditional room and/or a thoughtful Mother’s Day present, this Small Crystal Lamp by Lite Master is a timeless classic.

5 Lamps Inspired By Mad Men

Posted on April 10, 2013 by toby

Well, Pete Campbell’s sideburns might change, but there are some things you can always count on with Mad Men: Sterling’s everlasting love for Joan, Peggy’s dedication to her work, and unbelievably cool set design in every scene. Below, we’ve selected five lamps that will help you achieve that retro feel while still remaining as modern as Megan Draper’s wardrobe.

A good size for bedside or chest, the Black Retro Lamp by Feiss has an appealing shape and a lot of flare.

Would we all be going gaga for the 60s look if Mad Men hadn’t happened OR did the show just happen along as the 40-year-nostalgia-cycle kicked in? You can debate the answer in a room lit with the Clotaire Turquoise & Gold Glass Lamp by IMAX.

Now HERE’S a rarity…a lamp made of real wood! The gently curved base has been stained and left unlacquered, so the grain of the wood is clearly visible.

A color that just makes ya smile, this bright lime green lamp has a fresh, sassy feel. Topped with an extraordinary 17″ bottom print fabric lined cork shade, the Green Corblin Lamp by IMAX is a good size and shape for bedside or end table.

Don’t hold onto your shades — the newest trend is toward lampshades of prints and patterns and it’s going to be a fun ride! The Orange Lamp with Print Shade by Stylecraft is bright, cheery and Mad Men retro.

Lamp of the Week

Posted on April 9, 2013 by toby

A lamp for those of us who dream of hosting a cocktail party for Erte and Poirot, this art deco styled figurine is perfection. The resin Deco Woman Small Accent Lamp by LampStoreOriginals is 14″ high, has a 6″ bottom bead trimmed fabric shade and takes a 40watt bulb.

Go Lightly Into Spring — 5 Spring Cleaning Tips for Lamps

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Laura

Well, it’s been a rough weather year, but it looks like Spring is finally here. For some of us, the arrival of Spring brings on the urge to clean every inanimate object we own. As always, our focus is on lamps, so here are a few suggestions:

1) Unplug every lamp, remove every lampshade from every lamp you own, and give the shade a good look-over. If the shade has a soft fabric liner (a softback), make sure there are no tears. If there IS a tear, do NOT put the shade back on. Take the lamp to your nearest lamp store and replace it. Those tears quickly become rips, the rips start to shred, the fabric can fall on a hot bulb, and catastrophe can occur. If the shade has a hard, plastic liner (a hardback), check its color. If it has become yellow and brittle, it’s time for a new shade. If the shade, either softback or hardback, is in good condition, dust both the outside and inside with a dry, soft cloth.

2) While the shade is off the lamp, thoroughly dust the lamp’s base. Don’t forget to dust the harp (the piece of hardware the shade sits on, if there is one), the saddle (the piece that holds the harp), and the finial (the knob that screws onto the harp and holds the shade in place). We recommend using a clean, dry, soft cloth for all of this – do NOT use any household cleaner of any kind, since that could ruin the lamp base’s finish.

3) Now’s also a good time to check out the light bulb. We strongly recommend converting over to CFL bulbs (those curly-que shaped bulbs), not only because of their energy efficiency, but because the CFL bulbs don’t generate heat, and their use prolongs the life of the shade enormously. If you’re not replacing a bulb, don’t forget to dust the bulb that’s been in the lamp (bulbs get VERY dusty!).

4) Before you re-plug the lamp, run your hand over the lamp’s cord and make sure the cords are soft, flexible and COMPLETELY free of any nicks, tears or abrasions (or chewed spots if you have cats, dogs, rabbits, unwieldy vacuum cleaners or ravenous children). If any are present, do NOT replug the lamp – it should be rewired.

5) Remember that now that your lamps are spotless, other items in the room will be more visible, so either get busy or go take a long bath.

The Taxman Cometh…

Posted on April 2, 2013 by toby

Who says you can’t do your taxes in style? Here are a few of our favorite desktop picks for getting you through this dreaded time of year…

Taking upcycling to a whole other level, this vintage Sharp calculator, instead of taking up space in a dump, is now a one-of-a-kind small lamp.

A good choice when a long reach is needed, the Chrome Metal Adjustable Apogee Desk Lamp by Cal Lighting is perfectly sleek and understated.

Needing just a touch of Asian influence (or maybe you’re a Luddite?!), the traditional Red Leather Abacus Lamp by East Enterprises is an intriguing lamp indeed.

A task lamp with a definite steampunk vibe, the Singer Metal Desk Task Lamp by Jamie Young might very well affect your work productivity — it’s just impossible NOT to keep fiddling with it!

A perfect lamp for an antique desk or writing table, the Floral Banker Lamp by LampStoreOriginals is both charming and functional.

Lamp of the Week — Singer Metal Desk Task

Posted on March 21, 2013 by toby

A task lamp with a definite steampunk vibe, the Singer Metal Desk Task Lamp by Jamie Young might very well affect your work productivity — it’s just impossible NOT to keep fiddling with! Made of brushed nickel and antiqued brass, the extremely well-weighted small based 23″ high lamp has a 16″ long arm that’s height adjustable, a 4″ bottom movable head that takes a 60watt bulb, and a fabric wrapped cord.

Cue Spring

Posted on March 20, 2013 by toby

Welcome the first day of spring with whimsical floral patterns, love birds, and lambs. Here are a few of our favorite spring selections to brighten up your house. As always, these lamps are in stock and will ship immediately, for FREE.