This time we will have Master Class on production lamps from plastic bottle . Even from two plastic bottles. Everything is done quite simply with your own hands. As a result, we get an interesting, original and, one might say, designer lamp

We will need:

- 5 liter plastic bottle
- plastic shampoo bottle
- sealant
- wires
- metal tube
- bulb
- glass paint
- polymer clay

IN These are the bottles we will need.

Cut off about half of the 5 liter bottle.

On top, under the neck, we make six notches with a marker. Equidistant, of course.

From these serifs we draw lines vertically down.

Let's draw a similar pattern on the bottle. Try to make it symmetrical.

At the bottom, where the pattern ends, we cut out the plastic along the contour of the pattern.

Now, according to the marked pattern, apply the sealant in thin lines.

At the bottom, where we just cut off the drawing along its contour, we also don’t forget to apply sealant.

Let the sealant dry. After him completely dry cover it with silver or gold paint. We need to achieve a metal effect.

Now, preferably, fill the cavities with glass paint. Don't use just one or two colors. Use three or more colors. The lamp will look richer and brighter.

Now we cut off the neck of the bottle. We needed it for convenient application of sealant and paint. We held the bottle for him.

Now let's start cutting the small bottle.

But first, cut out an oval from plywood or thick cardboard.

We make a hole in it in the middle. And we take two caps from such a small bottle and also make holes in them.

At the bottom of the bottle we make three holes in a line. Solder the lid to the bottom. The middle hole in the bottle and in the cap should match.

Insert a hollow metal tube.

We insert the bottle structure into a wooden oval.

Secure it at the bottom with a nut.

To hide traces of the connection, we cover everything with polymer clay.

We cover everything with golden paint or any paint that imitates metal.

We screw the light bulb socket onto the top of the metal tube. We pass the wires just through the tube.
Let's return now to the top of the lamp. On top, where the bottle had a neck, we make a cap like this.

In order to top part it was held on the bottom without additional fasteners, we are making a structure like this for the light bulb.

This structure is then inserted into the cap on the top of the lamp. The photo shows a view from the inside of the lamp. Because there is polymer clay, everything will harden after a while.

OK it's all over Now. Lamp from a plastic bottle ready. Everything, as you can see, was done by hand.

Each Odyssey system kit includes a template on which numbers, letters and arrows indicate the direction of the glass, leaves, bud or border, etc., which helps and facilitates the assembly stage. Each form of the Odyssey system is assigned a number. At the beginning of the number, the letter "T" indicates that the design of this shape is an exact copy Tiffany. The letter "N" indicates more modern design. We don't know what the letter "S" stands for, but the shape S121 - "Blooming Chestnut" - is a bestseller since Tiffany's time!

The kit includes cardboard - durable and not afraid of water. It may be colored to help identify what the individual parts of the design are.
The Odyssey molds are supplied without cables, crowns, caps and old rings.

The “Odyssey” system is always made with high quality, the legs (bases) are cast from solid brass, patinated with copper, and also have a natural green, brown coating. The templates for these frameworks were taken from original models Tiffany. The integrity of the originals made it possible to transfer everything to the smallest detail onto a copy.

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L a lightweight and durable form for creating a Tiffany lamp from a unique material that is used as packaging and even electrical insulating material, polystyrene foam.

It is non-toxic material, lightweight and durable.

Per new polystyrene foam ol was manufactured in France in 1928. Expanded polystyrene is a material consisting of fine-cell granules sintered together. The main advantage when working is the use of pins to secure your sketch directly to the form.

Molded polystyrene foam molds are ideal for designing and assembling Tiffany lamps.

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Soldering tools and materials

COPPER TAPE

Used for framing various segments, stained glass, profiling the edge of a U-shape. Happens different widths, with one self-adhesive side. Copper tape can be glued either manually or using special device. An electric grinding wheel allows for a better finish on the glass and a smoother edge.

SOLDERING IRONS

5 sheets of colored glass for stained glass in different shades, each measuring approximately 25 x 25 cm
scissors
solder (rod) with 50% tin content

Thus, move from one piece of glass to another, cutting out templates from cardboard, and then from glass, and laying them out on paper. Cut out a central diamond and small triangles from turquoise glass.	Break off pieces of glass by hand or use tongs. Keep your workbench clean at all times and remove any debris with a brush. The stained glass window will begin to play with different shades.

Cut out pieces from pink and yellow glass.	Cut out the pieces from green glass. To ensure that the stained glass window does not differ in size from the original project, the size of each detail must be carefully checked.

When the glass is secured, you can begin the final soldering. Apply solder fluid to the copper trim, starting from the central diamond, break off a 1 cm long piece from the tin rod. Wait until the tin begins to melt and stretch it, following the line of the copper tape. Break off another piece of tin, heat it and stretch it while continuing to coat the copper. In order for the first and second weld lines to connect, run the tip over the irregularities, heat and wait for the surface of the tin to straighten itself.	Process sequentially central part stained glass Connect everything ready-made blocks. Before each soldering, do not forget to apply soldering fluid. Having soldered the central part, move on to the side windows. Every time one line meets another, pause to combine them.	The solder seam should be slightly convex so that the copper tape does not show through, and so that it does not extend beyond the edges of the stained glass window, leave a few millimeters from the edge.

Wipe the stained glass with a cloth soaked in soapy water.

OVAL STAINED GLASS WITH CURVED LINES

CUTTING GLASS PARTS

Start working with the glass for the background, cut out templates from cardboard, not forgetting to remove double line. These glasses are cut from the smooth side. Make cuts along the glass.

Only use tongs when working with curved lines. Remember that you can only get closer to the desired shape of the part by making many cuts in the same direction.

For leaves and flower stems, use different types of green glass to create a chiaroscuro pattern. The flowers are carved from white opal glass, and some other segments are carved from pink.

Cut out a template from cardboard, score and scratch the glass to get as close to the desired shape as possible.

The pestles are made of opal glass yellow color.

COPPER TAPE EDGING

Before you start edging, clean the glass. Place the glass in the middle of the copper tape, making sure that the tape fits tightly to the concave surface. Press firmly with your fingers.

Correct the solder lines with a cutter where there are stepped irregularities. Lay out the parts according to the drawing and prepare for soldering.

SOLDERING

Once you have applied soldering fluid to the copper, secure the different pieces of glass so that they cannot move. Apply soldering liquid with a brush, break off a piece of tin rod 1 cm long, heat it and stretch it over the copper tape. Start from the center of the stained glass window.

To solder the outer edge, take a piece of glass, place it on the stained glass window and trace the outer contour with a felt-tip pen. Use a glass cutter to make the scratch, following the drawing.

Turn the stained glass window over and solder the glass to reverse side. Apply soldering fluid and solder. After finishing soldering on the back side, turn the stained glass window over.

Check that the soldering is done well, correct any irregularities with a soldering iron and wipe the stained glass window with a cloth soaked in soapy water. Irregularities along the edge of the stained glass window can be smoothed with a file for soft metals. Position the stained glass so that it protrudes slightly beyond the edge of the table and, using light pressure, sand it.

BOX

1. Enlarge the drawing on the copier and transfer it to life size on paper and cardboard.

2. For glass of other shades, make color selections in the sketch.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED:

mirror measuring 15 x 15 cm for the bottom of the box
sheets of solid yellow glass measuring 15 x 15 cm for the sides
blow molding clear glass size 20 x 20 cm for lid and sides
yellow blank glass of four shades measuring 15 x 15 cm for butterfly wings
gray glass for body
glass cutter
forceps, scissors
solder with 50% tin content
copper tape
soldering fluid
soldering iron

If you have minimal skills in working with glass and a soldering iron, try making your own Tiffany lamp. Perhaps the lampshade will not be as perfect as a branded one, but it will definitely cost less and will shine with a special aura. Below we will tell you what tools you will need and how to implement your plan step by step, almost at a professional level.

Tools

Tiffany lampshades are created in stained glass technology. You have to cut out the colored glass elements according to the sketch, wrap each one in a strip of copper foil and carefully solder the fragments.

WITH quality tool work easier and more reliably. Prepare:

Drawing templates (2 pieces);
- durable shape for the lampshade;
- marker, preferably thin;
- sheets of colored glass, the quantity depends on the complexity of the sketch and the number of shades;
- glass cutter and wire cutters to break off fragments, preferably several pieces;
- grinder to process glass, make edges smooth and adjust fragments;
- strips of copper foil with a self-adhesive side;
- soldering iron and tin;
- soldering flux;
- patina;
- a brush for applying solutions;
- the base of the lamp (base).

Sketch

Authentic Tiffany lamps contain thousands of pieces of glass. If your copy is simpler, there will be several dozen or even hundreds of components. Combining them perfectly without getting confused is not an easy task. So work on the sketch first.

There are ready-made patterns for lampshades on sale, including replicas of the original Tiffany designs in great detail. They are suitable for reproductions. If you want to show your imagination, create your own, exclusive drawing. Then print it out in duplicate. One is glued to the mold, the second will be used to cut glass.

All fragments in the sketch must be numbered, and the direction of leaves, petals, veins and other parts of the drawing is indicated by arrows. On ready-made templates This is usually what happens, if you draw your own, don’t forget about this important nuance.

Form

Lampshades are found in the Tiffany Studious collection various designs: round, cone-shaped, trapezoidal and others. It's up to you to decide what kind of lamp it will be. The easiest way is to make a rectangular copy with smooth surfaces, this option will do for beginners.

Expanded polystyrene molds are sold in finished form. Often stores offer several templates that are ideal in size for one shape. It's comfortable. Of course, in the end the lamp will cost more.

You can build a form from available materials: plaster, wood, papier-mâché, etc. The surface must be strong to withstand the weight of the glass and the soldering pressure.

Glass

If you want to create your own masterpiece in the Tiffany style, which will be as close as possible to the original, choose glass self made. For example, Uroboros. High-quality lampshades are also made from opal glass. Spectrum and other proven brands will do.

Step-by-step instruction

1. If you plan to make a lamp according to your own sketch, start with a pencil sketch. After that, select the shades of the picture. Make the template in full size. Number the details.

2. Regardless of which template you use, your own or purchased, also indicate the color on each fragment. If the design is complex and there are many tones, the easiest way is to assign a code number or letter to each shade of glass and apply it to the sketch.

3. Cut out the numbered pieces from the first template. Place each element in turn on the glass. desired color and circle with a marker.

4. Draw along the lines with a glass cutter. If necessary, chop off the excess using clamps. Sand uneven edges. Do similar manipulations with each fragment until you get all the elements of the mosaic. To avoid confusion, arrange them on the template according to numbering.

5. The next step is to work with copper foil. Don't forget, the thinner it is, the more elegant the mosaic will look. Wrap the edges of each piece and press tightly. Fix with your fingers, then smooth with a convenient flat object. The foil already has an adhesive acrylic side, black or clear, making the process easier. Although in Tiffany's time the surface was lubricated with beeswax.

6. Coat the foil with flux using a brush, this will seal the solder.

7. Apply lead-tin solder to the foil with a soldering iron. Place the lampshade fragments close to each other on the mold and fasten them together with spot soldering. After this, carefully connect all the parts with a soldering iron, including the inside. The foil is quite thin, avoid overheating to prevent it from bursting. The soldering iron should only come into contact with the tin. To prevent it from flowing inside the lampshade, you can seal the joints with paper tape on the other side.

8. Place a brass or other tip on the top of the lampshade, these are also sold separately. Solder it.

9. Reprocessing the lines with a soldering iron front side will make them smooth. Sometimes craftsmen strengthen the lower diameter of the lampshade; wire or a chain of brass balls will do; this material can also be soldered.

10. Apply the patina solution to the lampshade according to the instructions. It comes in brown, copper, green and other shades, it’s a matter of taste. The treatment will “age” the lamp and dull the shine of the solder and top.

The stained glass lampshade is ready. All that remains is to install the stand with the cord and lamp socket. Bases, as they are also called, are on sale, you can choose the right one. The lampshade is secured with locking screws. The stands of real Tiffany lamps were made of bronze, but today zinc is more often used. Externally it is difficult to distinguish, but the difference in price is noticeable.

The mention of the Tiffany brand invariably evokes associations of luxury, elegance and an atmosphere of aristocracy. Distinctive features style is presence in the interior turquoise color and smooth lines, Tiffany chandeliers will become an organic complement to the exquisite design of the room. History of origin and modern solutions Tiffany style, options for use in the interior various rooms chandeliers of the same name and a review of popular models will help you better understand characteristics popular design direction.

Origins of the style

Chandeliers of extraordinary beauty using the original Tiffany technology appeared at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries and became prominent representatives of the Art Nouveau style. Tiffany Lewis grew up in an aristocratic family, the atmosphere of surrounding luxury served as fertile ground for the development of the talent of a designer and artist. He succeeded in the field of creation unique interiors and lighting fixtures made of stained glass. Chandeliers and lampshades made using our own technology are widely used on our native continent and internationally recognized.

Before today Tiffany's creations delight with their sophistication. The Art Nouveau style, in which he worked when decorating aristocratic interiors, received his name. Also called chandeliers and other lighting fixtures made from stained glass. Each chandelier model is unique and beautiful in its own way. Traditional stained glass technique involves applying colored pieces onto base surface, Tiffany chandeliers are made by soldering pieces together with a thin metal frame.

In addition to lighting fixtures, business card style can be considered turquoise color. The origins were the company's tradition of packaging luxury Jewelry in boxes of exquisite turquoise color with a blue tint. Additionally, they were tied with white ribbons. The memorable decor was patented and assigned to the Tiffany brand.

Creativity of Tiffany L.K. and is still of interest to art historians, and collectors highly value the original floor lamps and chandeliers created by the great master. And although the interiors designed by the artist have not survived to this day, the ideas of the style are actively used by modern designers.

Characteristics of modern products

The hundred-year history of Tiffany has turned the originals of its products into rarities, but the chandeliers similar technology production is still relevant today. They fit organically into modern and classic, romantic and country interiors. The lampshades retain a design inspired by nature: they are still decorated with dragonflies and butterflies, leaves and exotic flowers. Geometric shapes on chandeliers are much less common.

A historical model of a Tiffany style chandelier can be found at elite auctions and in antique dealer collections. Modern view an example previously considered the height of sophistication may seem rough and smack of philistinism. But the idea of creating a chandelier based on stained glass is alive and relevant, and therefore is included in the assortments of many lighting manufacturers.

Elite lamps in the Tiffany style, made using advanced technologies, have acquired new touches:

Traditional colored stained glass can have different effects and light transmittance. Classic transparency is complemented by speckled, matte and striped details.
In addition to stained glass technology, painting and fusing are used when decorating Tiffany chandeliers. The non-standard technique consists of combining multi-colored elements by sintering, due to which an original pattern is obtained without a metal frame.
The simple shapes of the lampshades are decorated with elegant forging, patinated or gilded decorative elements.
A hanging chandelier is not always suitable for modern interior With frame ceiling. Therefore, designers have developed built-in models in the Tiffany style, with the ability to replace light bulbs by removing the lampshade.

Popular products in the Tiffany style successfully combine the aristocracy of past centuries and high quality modern technologies. Character traits lighting fixtures:

long period of operation;
originality of style;
color saturation;
Possibility of use in interiors of premises with different functional purposes.

Vivid examples of exquisite lamps in the photo below:

Tiffany style in the interior

Elegant chandeliers are not the only Tiffany heritage that has survived to this day and enjoys well-deserved popularity among descendants. The interior in the Tiffany style is extraordinary and sophisticated; it is still of interest to designers.

Features of the style are as follows:

Combination innovative materials in furniture and surface finishing with vintage decorative elements (vases, clocks, paintings).
The presence of stained glass windows in the Tiffany style demonstrating landscapes. Natural motifs are usually saturated with bright colors.
Forged products and designer items will fit organically into the interior.
The Tiffany style can be considered an offshoot of the Art Nouveau movement, so furniture with sharp corners and straight lines is avoided in the setting.
Attention! The personification of luxury and an integral attribute are Tiffany lamps. Ceiling chandeliers are complemented by floor lamps and table lamps.
Door and window openings are made in the form of arches.
The surface finishing and decorative textiles contain floral patterns and ornate patterns.
Panels, mosaics and large mirrors organically complement the Tiffany style.
The interior is dominated by pastel colors. Sea turquoise is combined with white, sand and cream shades.

In addition to the Tiffany style, stained glass lamps look organic in other interiors. The ethnic atmosphere of country and Provence, comprehensive eclecticism and intricate art deco are suitable for them. The approach to choosing a Tiffany chandelier, floor lamp or sconce for a living space depends on its functional purpose.

Living room. Paired sconces made using stained glass technique, which have a similar compositional solution to pendant chandelier. This technique is also relevant for other rooms, including the kitchen. Attention is focused on the compact size of the lamps and their emphasized decorative effect.

Bedroom. The main goal when decorating a relaxation room is to achieve an atmosphere of tranquility that maximizes relaxation. Classical ceiling chandelier supplemented floor lamp made of stained glass, which can easily be moved to another room. The Tiffany table lamp is convenient for reading books. Muted and soft light from stained glass elements allows you to achieve the desired effect of calm in the interior.

Children's room. A night light in the Tiffany style will help fill a child's room with fabulous colors. A classic imitation of a flower or an extraordinary mini lamp in the shape of a turtle, softly scattering light, will distract the child from sad thoughts and quickly take him to the world of dreams.

Depending on the glass processing technique, chandeliers and other lighting fixtures in the Tiffany style are in different price categories. In addition to exclusive expensive items, you can choose budget models that can effectively decorate the interior of a living space.

Options for using stained glass lamps in the kitchen interior

Stained glass ceiling chandeliers look most organically in kitchen interiors. To fully enjoy the charm of Tiffany-style lamps, models made according to individual order. The registration process consists of the following stages:

A sketch is being prepared taking into account the specific interior of the kitchen.
A blank is formed based on the outlines of the future chandelier.
Parts of the required sizes are cut out of colored glass.
Each element is edge-treated with metal foil.
The parts are soldered together by hand.
WITH inside The lampshade is additionally glued.

This completes the labor-intensive process of creating an exclusive chandelier.

Comment! The Tiffany chandelier for the kitchen does not provide bright lighting, so the interior of the room needs additional sources Sveta.

Decorating individual zones with identical lighting fixtures will fill the room with coziness and create an incredibly calm homely atmosphere.

Dining area. A stained glass chandelier can be located in the central part of the kitchen or moved to dining area. This solution is relevant when it is necessary to delineate the work space and the eating area. If there is a bar counter in the kitchen furniture, it will be successfully indicated by a chandelier model, where several lampshades are arranged in a row.

Work corner. Need in high-quality lighting requires a careful approach when choosing color design and shapes of lamps in the Tiffany style. Preference is given to lampshades in light colors; any pastel shades, including milky white. The main task is to achieve full lighting of every corner of the food preparation area with a chandelier.

Space for relaxation. Design with Tiffany style elements implies luxury and comfort. For cozy corner A chandelier in which individual inserts are combined with interior details is suitable. The use of glass in rich and dark tones is appropriate here. The chandelier lampshade can be made from small parts or cloudy glass.

Comment! Increasing the number of lampshade elements by reducing their size entails an increase in the cost of an exquisite chandelier.

Tiffany style chandeliers belong to the elite category of decorative items, so they need a suitable background. A light, monochromatic ceiling and the same surface finish will effectively highlight the beauty of the stained glass product. Dark furniture will add elegance to the style.

The patterns on the chandelier lampshade are selected taking into account the prevailing style in the kitchen interior:

Acceptable for classics geometric figures, which allow you to create a lampshade correct form. Decorating a chandelier with an ornament or floral motifs accompanied by the observance of strict symmetry.
A distinctive feature of the Art Nouveau style has always been chandeliers with images of dragonflies and butterflies, as well as the presence of plant motifs.
Country theme country and provence tends towards simplicity. Therefore, chandelier lampshades will organically decorate images of fruits.

A Tiffany chandelier for the kitchen will not become a burdensome piece of decor in terms of care and maintenance of cleanliness. The main task is to regularly remove dust during spring cleaning You can use glass cleaning compounds. The metal elements on the chandelier are made of copper foil or tin, so they are not afraid of moisture and are not subject to corrosion processes.

Review of popular models

An original stained glass window from Tiffany is always unique. But based on the sketches of the most successful chandelier models, identical lamps are still created. This way you can become the owner of a luxurious piece of decor, the original cost of which exceeds a hundred thousand dollars.

"Poppies." The wide shade of the Tiffany chandelier has a conical shape, its edges are framed by neat bricks. The brightest poppies are complemented by leaves made from the smallest fragments of glass.

The “Daffodils” model, made in the Tiffany style, looks no less impressive. The dome of the chandelier is densely dotted spring flowers. The volume and expressiveness of a stained glass lamp is achieved by unique color transitions. Green, yellow, white - the main colors of the Tiffany style lampshade.

Will successfully complement the kitchen interior oriental style chandelier "Tiffany" "Salamander". Bright orange outlines of an animal on a shimmering yellow-violet background, a pattern that evokes associations with Arabic script, all the smallest elements of the chandelier organically fit into the style oriental design. The smallest fragments of glass resemble semi-precious stones.

Another continuation of the natural motifs of the Tiffany style is the Broom model. The sketch was originally intended for table lamp, in which the leg imitated a tree trunk. Subsequently, the luxurious figured crown began to be used for hanging chandeliers.

The original of the famous Tiffany lamp “Wisteria” was once sold at auction for $1.5 million. This masterpiece of stained glass art is one of the five most expensive chandeliers in the world. Achieve an incredible resemblance to tropical plant The smallest elements of glass fragments help, which form smooth color tints from rich blue to pale lilac.