Popular Post FrankEV Posted October 28, 2022 Popular Post Report Share Posted October 28, 2022 (edited) I found this free Dragonfly Pattern on-line and realized it would make a good box type Nightlight Lamp. I used solid 1/4” thick Red Oak for the body and connectors, and 1/2” thick (planed down from ¾” thick material) for the Top and Base. The four body sides are 5 1/2” wide x 11 1/2” tall and were stack cut with Pegas #1 MGT R Blades. All chamfering and mitering was done on the table saw. The Top sits loose on the top of the body to allow access for bulb changing. The natural Red Oak color was darkened with one quick wipe on wipe off coat of Minwax Red Oak stain. All stained surfaces were finished with multiple coats of Clear Gloss Lacquer prior to installation of the Amber Cast 1/8” thick Translucent Acrylic panels. The panels are held in place with small dabs of Gel Superglue. I originally intended to use a 25W LED bulb but found that it was too bright. I replaced it with 10W clear nightlight lamp bulb. However, I plan to add some translucent velum sheets, attached with spray adhesive, to the inside face of the Amber panels and see if the lamp has a nicer soft glow with the 25W bulb. I was very unhappy with the much too transparent plexi with either the 10W or 25W bulb. Applied Translucent Velum using spray adheasive to the inside on each side. Now with the 25W LED Candlelabra bulb the glow is much softer amd you can't see inside. Next time I make a lamp like this I have to remember to apply the velum to the plexi before inserting them . Comments and critiques always welcome. Edited October 29, 2022 by FrankEV Updated with new text and picture Fab4, Lucky2, frankorona and 13 others 15 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
munzieb Posted October 28, 2022 Report Share Posted October 28, 2022 Frank, that project came out great. I have done several similar lamps and adding the velum or parchment paper makes a big difference in softening the look and accentuating the actual scroll work. Tacking the outside edges of the velum to the plex-glass with brush on contact cement has worked well for me in the past. FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dak0ta52 Posted October 28, 2022 Report Share Posted October 28, 2022 Very nice piece, Frank. Great job. FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badgerboy Posted October 28, 2022 Report Share Posted October 28, 2022 most excellent FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GusGustin Posted October 28, 2022 Report Share Posted October 28, 2022 Frank !!! That came out great !!! I have a question about the light. Is that a socketed light ??? And is there a small LED light that will fit in that socket. Why I'm asking - is - my wife just made one of those glass balls and wants me to make a lighted stand for it. I'm looking for a socketed light that I can use in this stand. Thanks in advance for the help .. I'm completely stupid about lights and such .. Gus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barb.j.enders Posted October 28, 2022 Report Share Posted October 28, 2022 That is a stunning piece of work. I have used hand made paper for a couple of lamps that I have made. It provides a nice soft glow. Can you provide the link for the pattern. I am very partial to dragonflies and would love to cut that pattern. Barb FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrappile Posted October 28, 2022 Report Share Posted October 28, 2022 That is a beautiful lamp, Frank! FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankEV Posted October 29, 2022 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2022 54 minutes ago, GusGustin said: ...I have a question about the light. Is that a socketed light ??? And is there a small LED light that will fit in that socket... Gus, At Home depot I found; Candlelabra socket base (comes two in a pack), 8 ft lamp cord with inline switch (separate items), three inch nipple (two pack), and a package of nuts. Any light bulb with the small candlelabra screw base will fit. Ten watt night lite, clear xmas bulb or any of the fancy Candlelabra bulbs (LED or incandescent) will work. The smallest 110 Volt LED I couold find in HD is 25W Candlelabra bulb that is abou 2 1/2" tall. Small Xmas light type Socket and Bulb may be available on-line. GusGustin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankEV Posted October 29, 2022 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2022 1 hour ago, barb.j.enders said: ...Can you provide the link for the pattern... Posted in "New Pattern Announcements". barb.j.enders and meflick 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meflick Posted October 29, 2022 Report Share Posted October 29, 2022 Beautiful lamp Frank. Thanks for sharing your pattern. I will download it and add to my “some day when I get to it pile.” FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankEV Posted October 29, 2022 Author Report Share Posted October 29, 2022 If you are jumping in here please go back to top and see the Updated original post. I think you will like the lamp a lot better now. meflick 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveww1 Posted October 29, 2022 Report Share Posted October 29, 2022 that is a beautiful night light FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GusGustin Posted November 4, 2022 Report Share Posted November 4, 2022 On 10/28/2022 at 5:25 PM, FrankEV said: Gus, At Home depot I found; Candlelabra socket base (comes two in a pack), 8 ft lamp cord with inline switch (separate items), three inch nipple (two pack), and a package of nuts. Any light bulb with the small candlelabra screw base will fit. Ten watt night lite, clear xmas bulb or any of the fancy Candlelabra bulbs (LED or incandescent) will work. The smallest 110 Volt LED I couold find in HD is 25W Candlelabra bulb that is abou 2 1/2" tall. Small Xmas light type Socket and Bulb may be available on-line. FRANK .. THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!! This is the info I needed .. I am so grateful .. FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farmerdon Posted November 5, 2022 Report Share Posted November 5, 2022 Beautiful work. FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heppnerguy Posted November 6, 2022 Report Share Posted November 6, 2022 I am enjoying seeing so many lighted item this year. I will have to search out someone in the family that might like one as we have no room or need for another lamp. Yours looks great. I think I will grab a copy and go on my search among the family and see what comes up Dick heppnerguy FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Joe Posted November 8, 2022 Report Share Posted November 8, 2022 Sweet! Nice job, and your stick-to-it determination is impressive. FrankEV 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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