The Story Behind the Rockpool Lampshade

There’s something endlessly captivating about a rockpool. As a child, I’d spend hours crouched by the edge of the sea, poking through seaweed, watching tiny crabs scuttle, and imagining the lives of small orange fish darting between the shadows. This design is a love letter to those quiet moments of seaside wonder.

Inspired by Tidal Treasures

The Rockpool Lampshade began with memories of childhood holidays to the British coast — windblown hair, salt-dusted chips, and that thrill of spotting a starfish or crab hidden in the shallows. The colours came first: a soft wash of golden yellow and gentle blue, capturing the light of a shallow tide pool under the summer sun.

If you love the coast too, the Wildlife Trust’s guide to UK rockpools is a lovely resource for exploring with little ones.

Drawing the Underwater World

Back in my studio, I sketched seaweed curling like ribbons and clusters of barnacles clinging to rock. I added playful orange fish, secretive crabs, and calm, sandy shallows — all brought together with my signature soft textures and a quiet sense of story.

Each lampshade is hand-printed onto organic cotton, then carefully constructed by me.

Designed for Calm, Coastal Corners

The Rockpool Lampshade brings soft, golden light to any space — and I imagine it especially in:

• A sun-drenched reading nook

• A seaside nursery or child’s bedroom

• A gentle, natural home filled with warm wood and travel treasures

Pair it with natural textures, pale linens, and handcrafted ceramics for a feeling of peace and playfulness.

A Lampshade That Tells a Story

Every lampshade I create holds a quiet narrative — and this one is for those who still pause at the edge of the sea, wondering what might be hidden just beneath the surface.

Thank you for supporting handmade, nature-inspired design. If you bring this piece into your home, I’d love to see how you style it — feel free to tag me @ceridwendesign.

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