3. Bohemian Woven Rattan Plate Sconce
Introduction A textural wall sconce made from woven seagrass or rattan trivets that casts dramatic geometric shadows across neutral walls.
What This Idea Means This design brings natural, organic texture into coastal, bohemian, or Japandi-style spaces. It uses the natural weave of basketry to act as a warm diffuser that breaks up flat drywall.
How to Make It
- Source a shallow woven rattan plate, basket, or trivet (10–12 inches in diameter).
- Carefully pierce a centered opening through the weave using sharp shears, securing surrounding strands with clear craft glue to prevent fraying.
- Pass a low-heat LED bulb socket kit through the center opening from behind.
- Fix a flat wall bracket behind the basket and mount it flush to the wall, letting the woven rim curve outward.
Tips & Variations
- Layered Baskets: Layer a smaller dark wicker tray over a larger natural seagrass tray for depth.
- Warm Lighting: Always pair with warm white (2200K–2700K) LED bulbs to accentuate honey tones in the natural fiber.
- Fringe Detail: Leave the unbraided outer fringes loose for a more relaxed, tropical silhouette.
