Translucent material for lamp project

I am looking for a flexible, translucent material that I can use as a "chimney" for a small desk lamp I am designing. I would like something that looks like Oriental parchment but firmer than paper since the top edge of the paper will be exposed and needs to hold its shape. I need a material that will curl well into a 1 1/2" radius and generally not discolor too quickly from a low-wattage bulb inside.

Any help is most appreciated.

Would rawhide work?

Lumacite or some of the Shoji papers are plastic coated. There is a company in San Diego that sells Shoji supplies
Mark

You said that because you're from Texas right? Down there everything is made from cattle -- horn ornaments, coats, boots. Must be a surplus of rawhides on the commodity market because of the Dr. Atkins diet.

Thanks, but seriously, I appreciate it. I am heading the direction of Shoji papers.

Shoji has exactly what I need. Thanks.

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Originally Posted by Paul Heagen

Shoji has exactly what I need. Thanks.

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Here is a good source.

http://www.tapplastics.com/shop/product.php?pid=241&

Visit your local stained glass shop. Check the yellow pages under glass
or craft shops. I have inquired about stained glass classes at our local
place, and noticed stained glass in various shades and colors. Some of
these look similar to the glass used in Arts and Crafts or Mission style
lamps. You may also consider a Google type search for stained glass
which may point you toward someone in your area.
Good luck.