Transform a Plain Lampshade with Crochet & Beads

Transform a Plain Lampshade with Crochet & Beads: If you love crocheting in the round, why stop at hats and cowls? With this pattern, you’ll learn how to turn an ordinary lampshade into a stunning statement piece using a delicate crochet stitch pattern. Plus, I’ll show you how to add a simple beaded edging that catches the light beautifully, adding an elegant finishing touch.

This project was inspired by a pair of lamps someone was ready to toss out. Seeing their plain white shades, I envisioned them as blank canvases, perfect for creative embellishment. I considered needle felting, hairpin lace, and other techniques, but inspiration struck when I glanced at one of my Sweet Clara Tops. The intricate stitch pattern seemed ideal for allowing light to glow through the openwork design, and I knew a scalloped edge with beading would take it to the next level. Excited by the idea, I rummaged through my supplies and found the perfect beads to complement my room’s red decor—proof that sometimes, the best projects come from a spark of inspiration and a little bit of serendipity!

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Sweet Clara Crochet Lampshade with Beads Pattern

Now, I’m thrilled to share this refreshed pattern with you. Whether you’re upcycling an old lamp or adding a handmade touch to your home decor, this crochet lampshade will bring warmth and beauty to any space. Let’s get started!

What you will need:

• 300 yds (m) #2 sport weight yarn
• H/8 (5mm) crochet hook
• Yarn needle
• Beading needle
• (75) 6mm fire polish beads

Stitch Guide:

Note: Each stitch in the stitch guide is linked to a tutorial video that teaches you how to crochet that stitch in right hand, left hand and slow motion.

Chain (ch), single crochet (sc), double crochet (dc)

Watch my entire crochet stitch video tutorial library playlist here

Gauge: each pattern repeat is 3 in (7.6cm) wide after blocking

Finished size: 45 in (114.3cm) circumference around lampshade

Note: I’ve included both the “even in rows” chart and the “even in rounds” chart to accommodate different preferences and skill levels. If you prefer working flat, you can follow the “even in rows” chart, turning your work at the end of each row—this may be helpful for swatching or personal preference. The written instructions provided are specifically for working “even in the round.”

Instructions:

Even in Rows (flat crochet fabric)

Ch multiple of 15 + 1, or 46 for sample swatch

Row 1: Ch1, sc in 2nd ch from hook, *ch5, skip 4 chs, sc in next ch. Rep from * across, turn.

Row 2: Ch5 (counts as dc, ch2), sc in first ch5 sp, 7dc in next ch7 sp, *sc in next ch5 sp, ch5, sc in next ch5 sp, 7dc in next ch5 sp. Rep from * across, sc in last ch5 sp, ch2, dc in last sc, turn.

Row 3: Ch1, sc in first dc, *(dc in next dc, ch1)x6, dc in next dc, sc in next ch5 sp. Rep from * across, except on last repeat place last sc in 3rd ch of beg ch5, turn.

Row 4: Ch8 (counts as dc, *ch5), skip 1 ch1 sp, sc in next ch1 sp, ch5, sip 2 ch1 sps, sc in next ch1 sp, ch5, skip 1 ch1 sp, dc in next sc. Rep from * across, turn.

Row 5: Rep row 2, turn.

Row 6: Rep row 3, turn.

Row 7: Rep row 4, turn.

Rep rows 2 – 4 for desired length. Fasten off.

Even in Rounds (round, tubular crochet fabric)

Lampshade Cover:

Multiple of 15 chs

Ch225, slst to first ch to form ring being careful not to twist.

Round 1: *Ch1, sc in same ch, *ch5, skip 4 chs, sc in next ch. Rep from * around, on last repeat replace last sc with slst to first sc at beg of round to join. — 45 ch5 sps

Round 2: Slst into first ch5 sp. ch1, sc in same sp, *sc in same ch5 sp, ch5, sc in next ch5 sp, 7dc in next ch5 sp. Rep from * around, slst to top of first sc at beg of round to join. — 15 7dc shells

Round 3: Slst into first ch5 sp, ch1, sc in same sp, *(dc in next dc, ch1)x6, dc in next dc, sc in next ch5 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat replace last sc with slst to top of first sc at beg of round to join.

Round 4: Ch8 (counts as dc, *ch5), skip 2 ch1 sps, sc in next ch1 sp, ch5, skip 1 ch1 sp, sc in next ch1 sp, ch5, skip 2 ch1 sps, dc in next sc. Rep from * around, except on last repeat replace last dc with slst to 3rd ch of beg ch8 to join.

Round 5: Slst into first ch5 sp, ch1, sc in same sp, *7dc in next ch5 sp, sc in next ch5 sp, ch5, sc in next ch5 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat replace last sc with slst to top of first sc at beg of round to join.

Round 6: Slst into first dc, ch4 (counts as *dc, ch1), (dc in next dc, ch1)x5, dc in next dc, sc in next ch5 sp. Rep from * around, except on last repeat replace last sc with slst to 3rd ch of beg ch4 of round to join.

Round 7: Rep round 4.

Round 8: Rep round 5.

Round 9: Rep round 6.

Rounds 10 – 12: Rep rounds 4 – 6.

Rounds 13 – 15: Rep rounds 4 – 6.

Rounds 16 – 18: Rep rounds 4 – 6.

Rounds 19 – 21: Rep rounds 4 – 6.

Fasten off.

String 75 beads onto yarn.

Edging round: Join with slst to first ch1 sp in any shell, *(ch1, bead ch1, ch1, slst in next ch1 sp)x5, ch1, slst in next ch1 sp. Rep from * around. Fasten off.

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