Jan 26, 2014

Learning Lab - Creativity Project...Book Lamps!

Pick out 3-5 hard cover books:


Drill a 1/2" hole center/slightly off center in each book:


Glue covers and pages throughout each book and clamp:


Push hollow pipe through each book, gluing books together as you go:


Cut a straight groove on the bottom book with an exacto knife to allow the lamp power cord to lay flush:


Thread lamp cord through pipe and cut to desired length:


Secure socket housing:


Strip wire and attach to socket. Secure your socket housing:


Add lamp frame and bulb:


Test:


Add lamp shade and enjoy:


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