Handcrafting Artisan Lamp Shades with Upholstered Fabric - a collaboration with THY Studio and Jess.

THY Studio is an interior design studio based in Malaysia. Sharing a common passion for beautifully crafted and DIY designs, THY Studio worked closely with Catherine Lee. The team took on the challenge together, seeing an opportunity to repurpose old fabrics from Dressing Paula by turning them into upholstered lampshades.

The process of handcrafting an artisanal lampshade was not only challenging but also complex, as every step needed to be done slowly and purposefully. To maintain the lamp's aesthetic integrity, the threads were carefully connected, and the knots were seamlessly concealed. This step was crucial to ensure consistent thread tension throughout the lampshade, resulting in a balanced final product.

The sleepless nights were worth it, as the outcome was beautiful and fulfilled a greater sustainable purpose.

To find out more about THY Studio, visit Instagram @thystudio_