Designer Christine Kilger has followed her passion, traveling around the world in search of rare vintage fabrics and embellishments that she uses to weave her magic into her extraordinary, one-of-a-kind lamps.

In her Boca Raton-based Nightshades studio, Christine has an extensive collection of antique lamp bases and beautiful vintage fabrics from which she crafts the lamps which have a loyal following.

The design process begins with a hand-dyed silk covered shade that is matched to a restored antique lamp base. Christine's designs are embellished from a veritable treasure trove of antique metallic laces, delicate old silk ribbon flowers, and rare European appliqués. The elegant beaded fringe is a work of art in itself as the pattern is designed and then strung by hand.

Her client list includes Nordstrom, ABC Carpet & Home in NYC, rock legend Stevie Nicks and fashion designer Sue Wong. Christine’s lamps have also appeared in In Style Magazine.

For more information, contact Christine at (561) 716-2911.

Victorian Homes - February 2009
Cecil Hayes, twice named one of Architectural Digests top 100 Designers featured Christine's lamps in her book, Art of Decorative Details.