We covered three Ikea lamps with a little crochet love—in stitch patterns inspired by the sea. Try them in kids’ rooms, too!

By Susan Lowman

YARN

SMC Catania, 1.75oz/50g balls, each approx 137yd/125m (cotton)

• 3 balls #253 Jade 
• 4 balls #172 Silver 
• 2 balls #219 Lt. Green 

CROCHET HOOK

• Size F/5 (3.75mm) 

NOTIONS

• Pendant lamp with shade (Melodi, Manljus, and Minut from Ikea)
• Clear nylon sew-on snaps, .25"/6mm diameter
• Six-strand embroidery floss to match yarn colors (DMC #959, #928, #3348)
• Sewing needle
• Yarn needle

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

Shell Lampshade (To fit Melodi Lamp)

Bottom circumference Approx 11.5"/29cm

Height Approx 11.5"/29cm

Cable Lampshade (To fit Manljus Lamp)

Bottom circumference Approx 26"/66cm

Height Approx 7"/18cm

Bobble Lampshade (To fit Minut Lamp)

Center circumference Approx 32"/81.5cm

Height Approx 12.5"/32cm

NOTE ABOUT PATTERNS

This is only a preview of the pattern available in the July/August 2012 issue, so you can see the yarn and ensure you have the necessary supplies. If you have specific questions about this pattern, please email the editorial staff.

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