Thanks y'all ... as I've said before, I have a very short attention span and these were quick and easy so it was a perfect project for me!
Pegi: I just bought a can of Krylon indoor/outdoor spray paint!
Robin: LOL, I don't think you'd want those cheapy shades for your antique lamp ... and they wouldn't be useable anymore as lamp shades since the connector pieces have been epoxied or glued on!
I really will be on the lookout for more shades to do some little candle holders for the walkway ...