The Easy Way To Give IKEA REGOLIT Lamps An Affordable Upgrade That Looks So Luxe

Rice paper lanterns are all the rage these days, and the REGOLIT Pendant lamp shade from IKEA is no exception. We've seen them everywhere, from designer homes to dorm rooms. While there's no denying the dramatic impact they can have on a space, this type of light fixture can definitely feel overdone. Imagine having the exact same light as a million other people? Where's the fun in that? Instead, consider taking the road less traveled and making the REGOLIT lamp original to you. Glue, flowers, and a few minutes — that's all you need to dress up this translucent globe.

If you don't already own one, you can snag this IKEA paper shade for a mere $4.99. Make it two or three to immediately boost the ambience in your home or patio. Grab a bottle of Modge Podge or any good adhesive and your choice of blooms. Modge Podge works well with dried/pressed flowers (BTW, you can press your flowers yourself to save money). It's also very good if you're working with textured faux flowers, such as the rongflower Mini Artificial Flower Heads. Either way, this DIY hack is super easy, doesn't cost much, yet turns out so pretty, it'll have everyone asking where you got it from.

First on the agenda is constructing the REGOLIT light. Simply pop it into shape and insert the frame. From there, it's pretty self-explanatory. Dab a bit of glue on the bottom of each flower and stick them onto the lamp shade as you like. You could line them up straight for a cleaner look. But then again, going freehand lends a more playful, whimsical feel. Whatever your vision, be sure to seal the entire surface with Mod Podge if you decide to adorn yours with pressed flowers. This will also toughen up the delicate lantern a little.

Looking for other easy ways to get a high-end lighting look on a budget with this IKEA favorite? Trade the flowers for dried leaves, 3D butterflies, small bows, or any other embellishments you have on hand. Better yet, you can make it themed! A paper lamp covered in star stickers, for instance, would glow beautifully in a nursery. Meanwhile, painting polka dots and confetti lines turns it into a fun outdoor party décor. You might even want to skip the glue and paint — like @salakreativ did for one of her paper lamp DIYs — and use rope instead. Tie it around the fixture to hold small flower stems and plants, all the while illuminating your space in style.