My name is Vilma Silveira Farrell and I live in New York City. I was a journalist in Brasilia, my country's capital, for many years but am now a stay-at-home-mom and the artisan behind Lampada. I handcraft lamps with recycled coffee filters. Have you ever seen a lampshade made from recycled coffee filters?

Rather than putting a pen to paper to write a story, I put on my artisan's hat and dive into the stains of the coffee filters and ideas that make each of my lamps an "earth friendly" original work of art. Assembling lighting transforms my state of mind. All I have is my hands and my inspiration.

Interesting ideas, unique and natural materials combine to make beautiful products. My inspiration comes from Brazil, land of dark coffee, rich spices and muita alegria.

Contact: www.etsy.com/shop/lampada
vilmafarrell [!at] gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lampada/193191290786365

Below, are some examples of Lampada's customer feedback:

* "Beautiful and unlike anything else I have ever seen… You will not be disappointed with your purchase. Lovely!”
* Lampada's lamps are stylish, artistic, and durable. This unique piece is everything I wanted for my new bedroom - very pleased".
* "Beautiful piece. The best of what Etsy is".
* “This is a really fabulous lampshade. Lampada did a fabulous job”.
* “Beautiful piece of art. If I ever need more shades I know where to go”.
* “I would recommend Lampada 100%”.
* “Master of her craft. I will be recommending her unique artwork to everyone”.
* “Beautiful piece and totally unique”.
* “Above and beyond. You treated me as if I was a long-time customer and friend”.

Thank you!!