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Wednesday, November 3, 2010

Steampunk D. I. Y.

So I was brainstorming possible changes in the plot development for my Steampunk roleplay stories on both IMVU and Second Life when I suddenly, and quite naturally, felt the urge to seek out all things Steampunk, and viola! My search turned up these rather exquisite light plates. Now I was most disappointed to learn that they were not for sale, but their creator has made available to us all a nifty little "How-to" if you would like to try and make one of your own.

My personal favorites are the first one to the left on the first row, which can hold a candle to light a room when the electricity is not being used. A perfect and easy way to create an intimate or cozy setting, and the first one to the left on the second row, which sports a long brass cord. With a gentle tug, the light switches of. At least I think it works that way. A clever looking device none the less. Click Here for the brilliant tutorial and more close up pictures for these light fixtures.