RM100: Literary Lamp

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    Fold the book components into any three-dimensional form: columns, cones, or complex faceted shapes. Experiment—the basic parts can be collected at thrift stores for less than $10 and you can have colored paper bound at Fedex Office.
 
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Measure the circumference of the shaft leading up to the bulb, and look for books (with quality binding) of approximately this thickness.

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Find the middle of one of the books and lay it open. Take the upper corner of the left-hand page and fold it inward to the spine. Repeat with right-hand page to create an arrow-shape. Continue with all the rest of the pages.

3

Trace the folded page onto the inside front and back covers.

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Use a table saw (or strong scissors) to cut away the parts of the cover that are sticking out.

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Create the other forms, varying the folding as you like (and dotting with glue for security); roll the pages inward as teardrops or cut half circles.

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Wrap book around shaft and glue the covers together. Clamp with clothespins while drying. Add a book base, if desired, a bulb, and a shade (paint a plain shade for a custom color).

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