Had I known I would have to "create" the lampshade with Velcro striping, I would never have purchased these.  I have severe arthritis in my hands and it was very difficult to get it together
properly. I am NOT pleased with the results and will probably purchase lampshades later.
The lamp bases are just what I wanted, but, again very difficult for me to finish the assembly.  I am keeping the lamps because I don't want the burden of repacking them and sending them back.