Lampshade Making Class

Create your own custom lampshade at this relaxing workshop in Islington.



2.5 hours Class size 2 to 4 guests       £65 (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Join this drum lampshade making workshop in New Islington Studios and discover how to create professional-looking interior pieces from scratch. In this relaxed, hands-on session, you'll be guided through the entire process, starting with a live demonstration before you begin crafting your own designs at your own pace. As this is a small group class with a maximum of three people, you’ll receive plenty of individual support and friendly guidance throughout the experience.
Over two to three hours, you'll work in a calm, welcoming environment where you can ask questions and enjoy the making process without any pressure. You will create two drum lampshades during the workshop, learning how to:
  • Measure and prepare your materials
  • Apply fabric neatly and accurately
  • Achieve clean edges and a professional finish
  • Assemble your lampshade safely and correctly
  • Troubleshoot common issues and gain tips for making lampshades at home
Everything is set up for you to succeed in this creative studio setting. Just bring along your lamp-making kits – you'll receive instructions on exactly what to order before the class – and we'll provide the encouragement and practical know-how to help you succeed.
By the end of the session, you'll walk away with two completed lampshades and the skills to keep crafting beautiful home decor long after the workshop finishes. It's a wonderful way to spark a new creative obsession and brighten up your living space with something uniquely yours.
Please note: You will need to bring your own lamp-making kits to this workshop. Instructions on what to purchase will be sent to you before the class begins.
What you'll get
Two drum lampshades
What to bring
You will need to bring your own lamp-making kits to this workshop. Instructions on what to purchase will be sent to you before the class begins.
Location

Play With Fire Rehearsal Studios - Manchester, Pollard Street, Manchester

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Patrick Astwood
Patrick Astwood


I’m Patrick Astwood - an artist and surface-pattern designer, best known for bold wallpapers and bespoke lampshades that bring a room to life.
My creative path hasn’t been a straight line (which is exactly why I love encouraging others to give things a go). I’ve moved from the civil service into film and creative production, and eventually into design, where I found my artistic groove by experimenting, trusting my eye, and learning through making. Along the way, I discovered just how powerful it is to create something tangible with your own hands.
Lampshades became my obsession because they’re the perfect mix of pattern, colour, and atmosphere. A lampshade isn’t just a finishing touch - it literally changes the light in a space. The same fabric can feel warm and cosy, or crisp and dramatic, depending on shape, lining, and how you build it. And when you switch the lamp on and your work glows back at you… it’s a little bit magic.
I’m now turning my focus to teaching because I’m genuinely excited to share what I’ve learned and help others discover how achievable (and addictive!) this craft can be. I remember how intimidating it can feel to start something new, so my aim is to make classes relaxed, friendly and confidence-boosting - practical skills, clear steps, and plenty of encouragement.
When I’m not in the studio, I also run New Icons Design, where I explore creative ideas across design and technology - but making things by hand is where I really recharge and reconnect with why I fell in love with creativity in the first place. If you’ve ever wanted to learn a new skill, make something beautiful for your home, and surprise yourself with what you can do, I’d love to welcome you to one of my classes.

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2026-06-12 15:00:00
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