Saturday, October 9, 2010

More "Lamp"age

...but first.

My apologies again for my sudden absence. I mentioned a few posts ago that I was up to a little something...that little something is my new shop.

A friend of mine and I just opened a little shop...Retropolitan. Today was our first official open day. Things weren't crazy, but they were steady. I am excited to see what lies ahead. Pictures to come soon.

The last few weeks have been crazy hectic trying to get ready. I've been painting and sanding and drilling...phew.

I wanted to share a little project I made special for our grand opening



See this freaktastic (i.e. freakin' fantastic)lamp courtesy of Anthropologie? It's gorge isn't it? Ya, um, except it's pricetag is way ug-lay. This puppy costs $198. Do you know how many In-n-Out burgers that could buy...or Cheesecake Factory Lettuce Wraps. It really puts it into perspective when I put that way huh? And, just for the record, I don't think about food twenty-four seven.


Here is my knock off version.


It cost me under $35 to make it (that includes the lamp kit, shade and all of the dishes). I absolutely luh-huv how it turned out. It was a little bit of a labor of love, but if you're willing to roll your sleeves and put in the effort you can make one too. I will be posting a full tutorial soon.

I just wanted to also remind you to enter my Halloween Giveaway...Today is the last day. The winner will be announced tomorrow.

Linking to:

Funky Junk Interiors






The DIY Show Off









shabbynest.blogspot.com

22 comments:

  1. I love your knock off version of the lamp. It's fabulous and look so forward to the tutorial. A huge congratulations to you on the opening of your shop, RETROPOLITAN! I love that name. I wish you the very best of luck, and congratulate you on going for it!

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  2. Wow, it's fabulous!!! Congratulations on opening up your shop!! Wishing you loads of success!!

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  3. Thanks Jan and Sassy Marsha. You are very sweet. I am excited to see what happens. I promise I'll post the tutorial soon. Hopefully within the next day or two.

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  4. Hey Erika! Your lamp is fab-u-lous!!! It's just gorgeous. Also, a big congrats on opening your own store. Wish I could come shop there. Can't wait to see pics of the opening.

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  5. DUDE! Um...did'ya forget to mention a little somethin' someethin' in our plethora of conversations of late? Like the fact that you are now a store owner????!!!!!! I am SO excited for you, but dearie you pulled an Emily on that one. I am so proud of you, Erika. Really really proud. Please post the details, pics, and address. I will pass all the info to everyone I know. I love ya to pieces, my friend. Good job!!

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  6. Pottery Barn had something similar (one was a tea pot and one was all tea cups) last year. LOVED them, but so pricey! I love yours.

    Thanks for the tutorial and for linking up to Show and Tell Saturday!!!

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  7. You are unbelievable! I love this lamp, great job!

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  8. Ohhh this is fabulous! Great job!! LOOOVE that lamp!

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  9. That is a fantastic knock off. Great job! And, the name of your shop rocks! Love it!!

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  10. Erika! So exciting!!! I need to know where this store is!! I want to come see it! That is just so, so cool!!!

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  11. I love that lamp! I still want one of those clocks you made with the teacups, been thinking about that one for sometime!

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  12. I think yours turned out better than the Anthro version. Great job!

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  13. Wow! So great! Congrats on the little shop...can't wait to see!

    Popping by from the DIY showoff :)

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  14. OMG! Congrats on opening your guys' shop! I wish you luck, and fun! ♥ the lamp too ;)

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  15. This is awesome! I love, love, love this! I would love for you to share it on my link party going on now through Sunday! Puh-lease??? ;)
    alittleknickknack.blogspot.com

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  16. That is so cute. Great job. I love lamp ideas.

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  17. HI there! I am your newest follower!! I found you on the weekend linky! I love finding new blogs and yours is lovely:) You can find me at www.bouffeebambini.blogspot.com

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  18. Love this lamp. You are so talented. Thanks for sharing.

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  19. LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS!!! I may have to attempt at some point!

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  20. LOVE! I've been dying to do this too! It's turned soooo darling! love your blog!

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  21. your creation looks every bit as "freaktastic" as the anthropologie lamp! i love it! and can't wait for the tutorial! i've never made a lamp, but i'm really hoping i'll be able to follow in your footsteps

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