When i display my lampshades at markets, i have a few on lamp bases but alas these are just to show off my shades and not for sale. My idea is that you buy a great new shade and recycle an old base you already have. Or hunt down a cool second hand one.
People often ask me, "Where do you find your lamp bases?"
(this one came from my mum & dad, one i grew up with and now my daughter has it in her room)
It's something you either have to be lucky at or very persistent. I have bought three great lamp bases, and made sure they were within pickup distance. All in working order, but i did get them checked by an electrician for safety and a bit of maintenance was needed. They were worth it though, all three for under $100; one carved floor lamp and two small table lamps.
2. South End of King St, Newtown
Boardwalk - 527 King st, great ceramic 60s and 70's style bases, & wooden standard lamps. Chat to chris who owns the store, nice guy.
531 on King - have quite a few standard floor lamps.
531 on King - have quite a few standard floor lamps.
Towers Antiques - 539 King st, great selection from a variety of eras.
Rosebud Antiques - bit further down King st on the same side.
Wonderland on Alice - 104 Alice st, i think they are only open Saturdays. Real treasure trove.
3. Junktique - 62 Glebe Point Rd, over 3 levels.
Make sure you have lots of time, you can really get lost in there.
Make sure you have lots of time, you can really get lost in there.
4. Mitchell Rd Gallery - 76 Mitchell rd, Alexandria.
You can't miss it, big yellow building and make sure you check out the auction house downstairs to try and get a bargain. But so much to look at upstairs.
You can't miss it, big yellow building and make sure you check out the auction house downstairs to try and get a bargain. But so much to look at upstairs.
5. Street Gods *FOR FREE*
I live in the inner west of Sydney and there is nothing like walking my dogs to find a treasure left on the footpath or in a back lane. I've found three of my best this way 2 marble beauties and a gorgeous wooden standard lamp. They all needed rewiring of course, and after a bit of tender loving care stripping back old varnish and polishing them up; they look amazing (especially with the right shade).
But don't forget about Vinnies, they usually display lamps in the window so have a look next time you walk past one.
If you are getting a lamp rewired, ask about having a cotton cloth covered cord. They look so much nicer than plastic and don't usually cost that much more.
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