Would you believe that this amazing artichoke-like light is made from scrap paper, a rice paper lantern, and glue? I know – pretty awesome, right? Graphic designer, Gabrielle Guy, created this stunning light for a friend using an old leftover lantern and a bunch of scrap paper that she had on hand. The project cost next to nothing, but the result is something that looks like a million bucks! Check out more details about the project, including “in progress” shots, over at Design*Sponge, and I’ll stay here and ponder all of the ideas that this fantastic project is giving me.

images from Design*Sponge / Gabrielle Guy