Post #392408 by caffeinated on Tue, Jul 8, 2008 9:42 AM

I think these are certainly a project you could make yourself if you were so inclined. Simple versions would be fairly easy.
Just buy a glass shade in the desired shape; a cheap random one from a thrift store to practice on first. Chunks of decorative glass or gravel can probably be obtained at a craft store, though how large of pieces I don't know. Glue large pieces on at random first with a clear 2 part epoxy glue (they sell it in 2 minute cures as well). In the spaces between spread more clear if using colored gravel pieces or use a black epoxy with possibly sand or gravel stuck in if you just want highlighted chunks. Or skip the large chunks using just small gravel type pieces. It might be good to seal the whole thing with lacquer on the outside surface.
Most epoxies withstand high heat (I've used them to repair art glass shades before), but really with compact fluorescents you don't have to worry about heat.
With some time & practice you could likely make some elaborate pieces.