Budget Light Fixture

When I had this new wall done, the builder put in two light sockets on the wall. It wasn't something I had particularly planned but it was a good idea. Extra light fixtures weren't in the budget and the el-cheapo ones I looked at I didn't fancy at all but I had to cover those naked bulbs.

These that you see above cost less than $5 each! They are actually wooden place mats for the table. I attached little picture hook things at each side and bent the place mats into a roundish shape. Remember that lights give out quite a lot of heat, so be aware of your materials and the wattage of the bulb to avoid flammability. This goes for making lamp shades too.