07/30/2026
🛠️ Work in Progress
Some projects need extra love.
This vintage oil rain lamp has been completely cleaned, the motor has been tested, and now I've hit the biggest obstacle yet...the original plastic pump housing has cracked beyond repair.
Replacement parts for these lamps are incredibly hard to find, so now I'm weighing two options:
🖨️ Design and 3D-print a replacement housing to preserve the original pump.
💧 Retrofit it with a modern aquarium pump hidden inside to keep the lamp running for years to come.
Part of restoring vintage pieces is knowing when to preserve... and when to adapt.
What would you do?
Would you prioritize originality with a custom 3D-printed part, or reliability with a modern pump?
This one isn't finished yet, but I'm excited to see where the journey leads.
🌿 Every piece has a story. Some just take a little longer to tell.