✦ Handcrafted in Chicago ✦
Custom motion lamps built with precision, every color and flow pattern hand-tuned by me. They have a vintage feel with a modern edge, perfect for dorm rooms, man caves, and anyone who wants something genuinely unique.
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Why Mason's
Each lamp is calibrated so the wax moves exactly right. Slow, meditative, and hypnotic from the moment it warms up.
Vivid fluid combinations curated by hand. No two lamps look the same once they're flowing.
The right vibe for any space, a statement piece that doubles as ambient lighting.
You're buying directly from Mason, so ask about custom color requests, gifting, or special orders.
The Collection
These examples showcase what I create, and every lamp is a one-of-a-kind build. Tap the ▶ play button on any card to see it in motion. Reach out to inquire about current availability or commission a custom color combination.
Base: White · Wax: Pink / Magenta
Bright pink wax floating through crystal clear liquid, electric color with a clean, modern look that pops in any light.
Base: White · Wax: Orange · Liquid: Purple
Molten orange wax rising through deep purple liquid, warm meets cool in the most satisfying way possible.
Base: Matte Light Blue · Wax: White
Clean white wax drifting through crystal clear liquid, minimal and crisp. Toggle to see how it glows after dark.
Base: Light Stone Textured · Wax: Deep Navy Blue
Deep navy blue wax moving through clear liquid on a unique light stone textured base. Bold color, clean look, and a base that stands out even when it's off.
Base: Matte Teal · Wax: Orange
Bright orange wax drifting through crystal clear liquid on a matte teal base, a fresh and unexpected combo that looks amazing day or night.
Base: Black · Wax: White · Liquid: Light Magenta
Soft white wax floating through a light magenta liquid on a matte black base — a warm, dreamy palette with a vintage feel that glows beautifully in a dark room.
The Maker
Based outside Chicago, I hand-build every lamp from scratch, carefully selecting fluid viscosities, color combinations, and heat calibrations to produce a specific flow pattern.
What separates my lamps from anything you'd find in a store is intentionality. Each lamp is designed as a piece of ambient art, something that changes the feeling of a room. Whether it's a dorm, a man cave, or a home office, these lamps create atmosphere.
Where to Find Us In Person
My lamps are sold in person at Heirloom, a vintage home goods store in historic downtown Frankfort, IL. It's the kind of place where every item has a story, with rotating furniture, artwork, and handpicked objects that feel like they were always meant to end up in your home.
Heirloom is run by my cousin Melissa Knieriem, who has spent her life chasing down beautiful things with a past. Her interior design background and love of vintage shopping shape everything about the store, from how it's curated to how it feels when you walk in. She opened Heirloom because she believed people deserve to decorate their homes with objects that are actually unique, not mass produced.
It's a natural fit. Stop in, see the lamps in person, and take a look around while you're there.
The Shop
A vintage shopping experience featuring rotating home decor, furniture, artwork, and unique goods, just south of Chicago.
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Availability
Currently, all lamps are sold in person at Heirloom in Frankfort, IL. That said, I'm always happy to take on custom orders. Reach out below and we can talk through colors, flow, and what you're looking for.
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Got Questions?
Everything you need to know about caring for your lamp and getting the best flow.
Plan for 1 to 2 hours for the wax to fully melt and start flowing. The first 30 minutes you'll see the wax slowly soften and begin to move. Don't be alarmed if it takes a little longer on the first use.
Most standard motion lamps use a 25 to 40 watt incandescent bulb. The heat from the bulb is what melts the wax, so wattage matters. Too low and the wax won't flow. Too high and it can overheat. Always check the label on the base of your specific lamp before replacing a bulb.
8 to 10 hours at a time is the recommended maximum. Running it longer can cause the wax to break down over time and lose its flow pattern.
It's not recommended. Always turn it off before sleeping or leaving the house.
This usually means it hasn't warmed up long enough, or the room is too cold. Give it more time in a warmer environment. If it's been running for over 3 hours and still isn't flowing, the bulb wattage may be too low.
No. Moving it while warm can permanently cloud the liquid or scramble the wax into a pattern that doesn't recover. Always let it cool completely before moving it.
No. LED and CFL bulbs don't produce the right kind of heat to melt the wax. Always use incandescent bulbs at the correct wattage for your lamp.
The lamp gets warm at the base and the glass can get hot. A level surface prevents tipping and keeps heat distributed evenly.
This is the most common mistake. Shaking a warm lamp mixes the wax and liquid permanently and ruins the flow pattern. Even shaking a cold lamp repeatedly can cause clouding over time.
UV light can fade the liquid color over time, so keeping it away from windows is a good practice. That said, occasional sunlight won't immediately damage it — this is a recommended best practice, not a hard rule. If a sunny windowsill is the perfect spot in your room, enjoy it.
Allow at least 2 hours of cool-down time before transporting or storing your lamp. Moving it warm is the fastest way to permanently damage the wax.
Always unplug first and let it cool completely before touching the bulb. Use only the correct wattage incandescent bulb — never LED or CFL.
It can, but it also risks overheating — which permanently damages the wax and clouds the liquid. Stick to the recommended wattage.
It makes it worse, permanently. If the wax is clumped, give it more time and heat — never shake it.
It degrades the wax over time and is a fire risk. 8 to 10 hours maximum per session.
Still have questions? Reach out directly and I'll be happy to help.
