Amy from Three Daughters Home created an amazing DIY knockoff of a high-end Pottery Barn lamp—and it’s just so good.
She started with a simple thrifted lamp base and transformed it using lightweight joint compound to give it that earthy, ceramic-like texture.
Then she added depth with paint layering—first a dark charcoal, then subtle dry brushing with browns and whites for that aged, found-in-a-fancy-shop vibe.
I especially love how she finished it off with a new linen drum shade that keeps the whole look clean and designer-approved.
It’s wild how something so basic can become something that looks like it costs hundreds of dollars with just a few easy steps.
Amy says the key is patience with the texture layers—you don’t need perfection, just the right “collected” feel.
Amy grabbed her lamp at a thrift store, but you can use any old base you have sitting around.
For a complete guide and more budget-friendly DIY decor ideas with high-end looks, check out Amy over at Three Daughters Home!