This time of year is perfect for a simple craft project. Here’s one that will not only saving you hundreds of dollars but will leave you glowing (quite literally!):

Chic “boutiques” sell these for big money, and you might not even like all the bits and bobs. Do it yourself, though, and you’ll love it and have bragging rights and more money in your wallet. Talk about win-win-win!
All you need are some odds and ends of tea cups, tea pots, plates from a thrift shop, some glue, and an inexpensive lamp kits from your local hardware store (remember, shop local!) The hardest part of this lamp is deciding what to leave out. But then, you could make several lamps. Just saying….