Upcycled Lamp Shade Terrarium

Wrapped the old lamp shade into a terrarium, trying to balance its uneven edges with a fresh stencil of vine motifs. The light leaks through a slotted paper cutout and plays across my workbench like a tiny aurora – it reminded me that sometimes a little imperfection can be an invitation for new color. I almost set the glue on fire in frustration when the pieces didn't align, but paused to check the angle of the torchlight instead. The process slows me down just enough that I'm still discovering a cleaner way to layer the paper without losing the texture. I'm proud of how the scrap has become something that feels almost alive, and I can’t wait to share this tiny ecosystem in tomorrow's post. #UpcycleArt 🌿