
How to Paint a Lamp Shade
A hanging shade is a stylish way to add evening light to a porch.
DIFFICULTY: Easy
Overview
A hanging shade is a stylish way to add evening light to a porch. Add a stencil to "spray it up" a notch.
1
Select and attach stencil
Use painter's tape to adhere a stencil design to the lampshade.

2
Spray
Spray over the design using the detail nozzle on your paint sprayer.

3
Remove and hang
Remove the tape and stencil design to reveal graphic pattern.
Hang the shade in your porch and light it at night to show off your design and enjoy the outdoors.

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