Turn An Old Lamp Into A Chic Table Centerpiece Using Pool Noodles

There are lots of ways to upcycle unwanted items around the house into lamps, but what to do when you have a lamp that no longer works? Upcycle it into a centerpiece, of course. This quick and easy DIY uses a pool noodle, like these available at Dollar Tree, adhered to an old table lamp to create faux floral foam which you can use to craft a beautiful dining table centerpiece that will look good all year long. All you need is a screwdriver, some zip ties, a pool noodle, and your faux florals. In fact, this DIY is so simple, you could adapt it for use with a floor lamp and create a tall, pedestal style floral arrangement for a stunning design statement in another part of your home or patio.

Because the base of your lamp will be the foundational star of your design project, you'll want to select a lamp that complements your aesthetic. Repurpose a decorative table lamp that no longer works or make a trip to your local flea market or thrift store to find one you love. You can even dress up a table lamp you like but don't adore by decorating it with some paint, adding faux gems, or wrapping it with jute to get the look you want. When you've got the aesthetic you're going for, you can begin the transformation.

The first step to converting your lamp to a floral display is to remove the shade and the wiring. Always use caution when working with electrical elements, and remember to be sure the lamp is unplugged. Then lift off the casing around the light socket and unscrew the wiring from each side. Once the socket is free from the wiring, stretch the wiring out so it's straight, and then remove it from the lamp all together by pulling it through the bottom. Now, work the pool noodle into a spiral and use zip ties to secure it in that shape. Press the center of the pool noodle over the support where the socket once was, and you're ready to add your floral elements. That's all it takes to DIY a simple centerpiece that's sure to impress your guests.

Customize your project to your personal décor by using hot glue to adhere a foam block in place of the pool noodle to create a slightly different shape in your floral design. Give your design some drama-inducing height by repurposing a floor lamp instead of a table top version. You could even create a live, pedestal planter for outdoor use by attaching the wire basket from a hanging planter in place of the floral foam. Whether you upcycle Dollar Tree pool noodles into festive decor or choose to create a functional outdoor planter, this easy project gives you loads of options to construct a unique and impactful centerpiece.