I enjoy watching entertainment programmes on BBC iPlayer in bed before going to sleep. But I just hate holding the iPad for such a long time. There have been a few disagreements between me and my wife as to who would hold the iPad.

I searched the internet for an iPad-stand to solve this problem.

Unfortunately, there were only a few available on the market. But these were bulky, expensive and had to be ordered from across the pond (USA).

So, I decided to make my own. It had to be inexpensive, sturdy and reliable, made from easily available parts. The idea came in the form of an old Anglepoise lamp that was gathering dust. This lamp also had a table clamp which was put to good use.