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The Coil Lamp

Craigton Berman calls his coil lamp a, "...Working-class extension cord with upper-class aspirations" but we just call it cool. Picture this clever lamp in your tween or teen's room... ...

Five Glowing Animal Lamps

These might not be lamps we'd choose for the living room, but these glowing animal lamps are cute and functional for kids' rooms. Babies might not mind but toddlers and pre-schoolers often don't wa...

Songbird Chandelier

Remember the Birdcage Chandelier we featured previously? We just found another bird-themed lighting option that would look great in a child's space....

DIY Pleated Lampshades

How cute are these lampshades? We came across these delightful pleated shades over at Katy Elliot where she talks about how easy they were to assemble....

DIY Dinosaur Night Lights

You can't help but love dinosaurs, especially when they double as a lamp and have a little diy to them. Check out all the dino details on these super affordable nightlights after the jump!...

Space Invaders Lamp Shade

We're completely showing our age here, but we remember when the first Space Invaders arcade game debuted. How fun to be able to bring late 70s/early 80s nostalgia into your child's room....

Hot or Not: Lladro Clown Lamp

Voting and more info, below the jump......

Delight Drum Shade

We wish we had more electrical wiring in our home for pendant lamps because we're completely smitten by the Innermost's Delight Drum Shade. Talk about a striking piece!...

Beatles Lamp in a Box

Help! I need some lighting. Help! Not just any lighting! Help! You know I need a bulb. Help! O.K., we'll stop. This quirky lamp from Lamp-in-a-Box features the Fab Four on a fun little shade. ...

Hong Kong Birdcage Lantern

Monsters in the House

click thumbnails for larger pics Monsters aren't just under the bed anymore, they're on the bed, the walls, the table and more. And somehow monsters seem kinder and gentler these days as kids embra...

Marquee Alphabet Lights

So your kids have always wanted their name in lights? Will they settle for just their initial? We love the old-timey quality of these large (around 2' tall), metal lights reminiscent of Vaudeville...

Danny Seo's "Antique" Bird Chandelier

Speaking of chandeliers...how lovely is this bird chandelier created by green/diy guru Danny Seo? It was inspired by a lighting fixture he once saw in an antique store costing thousands of dollars,...

Roundup: Chandeliers in Kids' Rooms

In theory, chandeliers in nurseries and kids' rooms seem a bit fussy, but usually when we see them in real spaces we can't help but think they add a certain charm. We've combed our archives to find...

White Hot: Five Great Lamps in White

click thumbnails for larger pics There is just something so chic about a white lamp. Whether your child's room is traditional and classic, modern and bold, or an eclectic mix of old and new, a whit...

Vintage Wallpaper Decoupaged Wall Plates

When you have a small space, even the tiniest change can be appreciated. How about some new wall plates? We think these vintage themed ones, available from Mahar Dry Goods, are a great little way to...

Roundup: Lighting To Grow On

Times change and so will the decor of your children's spaces. Posters will come and go and most likely so will linens and paint colors. But one thing that we always need is lighting and if kept sim...

Star Egg Nightlight

click thumbnails for larger picsAlthough this pick is in honor of Easter, the star egg nightlight is subtle and stylish enough to not be confined by a theme, holiday or time of year. The pin prick ho...

Paper Cut Night Lights by Fog and Thistle

Food Inspired Lighting

click thumbnails for larger picsThere's something so ridiculous (like they've been inspired by gag gifts) about turning a food or servingware likeness into a lamp. Going from playful and colorful (m...

High and Low: Green and Yellow Flowered Chandeliers

Ever since we've seen the lovely flowered chandelier in Beatrix's nursery, we've been on the lookout for a great green and yellow chandelier for our niece's bedroom. It's such a lovely and fresh int...

PB Teen Spot Light Lamp

Classic looks never go out of style, and the PB Teen Spot Light lamp is certainly proof. This vintage-inspired lamp features three pivoting orbs on a metal stand and adds some zing to your child's ro...

Lapin Lamp

This bunny Lapin Lamp would make a great addition to your little one's room just in time for Easter. We spotted it over at SwissMiss looking so cute bedside....

Garland Lights by Tord Boontje for Artecnica

A lovely example of great design and craftsmanship, the Garland Light is an unusual handing lamp that can add magic and charm to your child's room. ...