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Photo: Beth Dreiling; Stylist: Cindy Manning Barr

This terra-cotta column makes an elegant lamp. The maker drilled down the center with a diamond-core bit. When dealing with fragile materials such as terra-cotta, take the pieces to an experienced craftsperson. The wood base is stained to complement the column, and a simple paper shade tops it all off.

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