LampshadesThis historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1921 edition. Excerpt: ... II CANDLE SHADES AND FRAMELESS LAMPSHADES Before attempting the more difficult task of covering a wire frame, the amateur shade maker may like to try a candle shade--a candle shade without a wire frame, that can be dropped over a shade holder. These shade holders can be bought in almost any department store; they fasten round the candle with a spring clip, which holds in place a rod with a circular wire at the top. The shade is dropped over this ring and supported at a sufficient distance from the candle flame to prevent scorching. In the case of very small shades however, especially if the shape has very little flare, it is safest to use a mica lining, as an impromptu fire at a dinner party adds a little too much to the excitement. These mica linings come in standard sizes and are obtainable at most city department stores. CIRCULAR SHADE The simplest shade to make is one cut in one piece. The seam is made, by over-lapping the ends and joining them, either with glue or patent fasteners, such as split pins. Figure 1 Figure 1 shows the segment of a circle that can be used for a pattern for this type of shade. The flare of the shade depends upon the size of the segment cut from the circle. The proportion shown in the diagram gives a good spread; it is a little more than half and a little less than three quarters of the circle. For a satisfactory size for a shade for a dinner table make the diameter of the flat pattern measure twelve inches, and the circle cut from the centre (which forms the top rim of the shade when made up) Figure 2 three and one-half inches across. Figure 2, gIDEI) shows made shade. Figure 3 shows a four sided shade, cut in one piece; this can also be joined with clips or if an invisible seam is preferred a good mucilage... |
