Woven Lamp Shades

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Updated 08/12/2022

They might not give off much light, but they sure are stylish. Take a look at the extensive catalog we have cobbled together of woven lamp shades, capable of fitting any lamp. They have a look that will catch the eye and will last a long time. We have plenty of options to choose from and we think you will find the woven lamp shade for your home in this collection. Take a gander.

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Shade with Subtle Texture

A woven lampshade that gives a cozy modern farmhouse appeal. This drum shaped piece is beautifully crafted from linen with hand painted details. It comes with a spider attachment for easy compatibility with most lamps.

Designer Advice:

Available in navy blue, oatmeal, and white. The navy-blue option would look perfect in traditional, moody, dramatic, eclectic, and transitional interiors, especially when paired with a slim antique bronze or rounded ceramic base. Meanwhile, the oatmeal and white models work best in timeless and contemporary spaces. For a modern approach, pair these with a glass base.

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Wicker Shade

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This woven lamp can create a special space in a room. Its handmade rattan material adds a rustic aesthetic. The drum shaped piece rests on a sturdy metal frame to match the natural color of the shade.

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Designer Advice:

The white and gray options are your best bet for coastal and shabby chic interiors. Place these on top of a wicker base like the design of the shade for a unique and consistent look. Meanwhile, the brown rattan option would be perfect for tropical interiors. For table lamps, opt for a slim, carved wood base. Also looks great as a floor lampshade.

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Burlap Lampshade

These woven lamp shades fit most lamps with its attached washer fitter. It comes in a variety of colors, and all made from quality linen. Its subtle empire shape highlights its texture for added visual appeal.

Designer Advice:

Offered in ten different colors, you can create a variety of looks using these lampshades. We recommend the periwinkle lampshade for white wooden vintage chandeliers, applied with crystal edge trims for the perfect cottage style look. Or you can pair the rich red shade with a black or polished chrome tubular rod base for a modern vibe.

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Textured Lampshade

A woven lamp with a traditional empire silhouette. It features a masterfully hand-tailored burlap fabric for a modern farmhouse aesthetic. It maintains its natural color and rests on heavy grade metal frame that is resistant to rust.

Designer Advice:

A stunning option for a tropical interior. This would pair well with a baluster type wooden lamp base in a rich, dark stain and a warm white bulb. Complete your table vignette by styling it with a wooden tray filled with oriental wicker balls. Its attractive and subtle textures will also work well in rustic, farmhouse, and coastal style living rooms and bedrooms.

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Empire Style Shade

These woven lamps add a rustic style to a space. It allows illumination to pass through its light brown hardback burlap material following an empire silhouette. Comes with a fitter attachment suitable for most lamps.

Designer Advice:

With its compact dimensions, this piece can also be used as a chandelier lampshade. In this direction, multiple pieces could be used to replace the shade of a wrought iron chandelier, providing your interior with a warmer illumination. As a table lamp, this would pair well with slimmer posts in antique bronze, brass, or one with a dark black finish.

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Woven Lamp Shades

Buying Guide

Woven lamp shades can be handmade or machine stitched. The material and type of weave used dictates how the light is delivered. Most shades have a filtering insert inside of the shade for protecting the structural integrity of the woven material in addition to toning down the brightness of the bulb.

Shades come in assorted colors, styles and shapes that give any room a natural ambiance of light. Woven material, also called textured, warms a decor that would otherwise have a sharp appearance.

What types of weave are there?

The selection of materials used for woven lamp shades is endless. From thick burlap string to fine linen thread, shades are available for any type of decor. The type of weave and color can often bring a different style to a room by updating a shade. Here are some examples.

Open Weave - An open weave means that the threads never come together. Burlap, rattan and seaweed can be placed in this category. Due to the bulkiness of the material, the weave is never completely closed. This leaves a very textured look.
Plain Weave - A simple under and over tight weave that is commonly found in cotton blends. Machine made, it is also one of the most inexpensive types of fabric weaves. Often used with natural linen shades.
Basket Weave - Loose-fitting yarns provide height and width in shades that create a highly textured look. Regular weaves consistent with the plain weave can be used in creating these types of shades.
Satin Weave - Saved primarily for satin-like and Charmeuse fabric, the weave is fine and closely set for presenting a sheen for refinement.

What styles of woven lamp shades are there?

Classic drum shaped shades are popular for almost any decor. They can have a round smooth shape or be slightly tapered from top to bottom.
Think of the liberty bell when looking for a bell lamp shade. Skinny at the top and wide at the bottom, the bell shape used to be classified as a feminine traditional style with sleek satin weaving. However, rattan is emerging in the bell shape as a robust welcome in entryways.
Empire shades are known for a hard shell insert. Straight and angled by 50% to 80% from top to bottom, they are well served in contemporary decors. Because of the hardback construction, handmade woven lamp shades can present an open or basket weave on the outside. Rustic and industrial designs welcome this change.
Coolie lamp shades take on the shape of a wide Chinese hat that adds a dramatic flair at the bottom. A plain weave and void of color, this type of shape works well with burlap in country or Charmeuse in traditional decors.

Make sure to measure your shade to lend the right proportionate height and width. The lamp shade should be 2/3 the size of the lamp body. Keep the base simple in design for woven lamp shades with lots of texture.