# Radiant Recycled Lighting The Steampunk Table Lamp is Made From an Old Sewing Machine By Sarah Robson | Published 2012-05-23 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-table-lamp References: [hometone](http://www.hometone.com/steampunk-table-lamp-ideal-reuse-junk.html) & [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/88867134/steampunk-industrial-desk-lamp?ref=sr_gallery_72&ga_search_query=clock&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_min=0&ga_max=0&ga_order=price_desc&ga_page=0&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_facet=handmadeclock) Californian shopkeeper Chris has found an innovative way to reuse old materials. The [Steampunk](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steampunk-espresso-machine) Table Lamp is made From an old sewing machine, which proves that this lamp is too beautiful to be considered junk. This [table lamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takeout-lamp) proves that throwing out materials is wasteful if it can be reinvented into something new. The cost of this unusual [vintage steampunk lamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacetime-transformation-lamp) is $675.00 not including shipping. A clock face has been added to the side, and Chris has lacquered various parts to prevent any materials from rusting. Chris has constructed this lamp by implementing a sprocket gear, valve handle and metal shade. With this lamp you can use a torpedo bulb, candle-shaped bulb or 40 watt CFL. This recreated antique lamp is definitely not junk. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sustainable Lighting:** The Steampunk Table Lamp highlights the trend of repurposing old materials to create sustainable lighting solutions. - **Vintage Revival:** The use of an old sewing machine in the Steampunk Table Lamp taps into the trend of embracing vintage aesthetics and repurposing them in unique ways. - **Industrial Design:** The Steampunk Table Lamp exemplifies the trend of utilizing industrial elements and machinery in design, showcasing the beauty of raw materials in a functional object. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Decor:** The Steampunk Table Lamp presents opportunities for home decor industry professionals to create unique and sustainable lighting solutions using repurposed materials. - **Vintage and Antique Furniture:** The use of an old sewing machine in the Steampunk Table Lamp suggests opportunities for vintage and antique furniture businesses to explore innovative ways of repurposing old items. - **Lighting Fixtures:** The Steampunk Table Lamp showcases possibilities for the lighting fixtures industry to incorporate industrial design elements and materials into their products, offering unique and visually appealing options for consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Recycled Lighting Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection.md) - [Steampunk Desktop Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3in1-desk.md) - [Scenic Architecture Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/architecture-inspired-table-lamp.md) - [Quirky Common Item Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/table-lamp-lighter.md) - [Converted Scooter Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emetabolism.md) - [Glowing Organic-Waste Sustainable Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lanova-terra.md) - [Vintage-Inspired Candle Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintageinspired-candle-lamps.md) - [Urban Debris-Crafted Portable Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/remli.md) - [Gothic Wooden Desk Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gothic-table-lamp.md)