So, I finally got around to cleaning up the backyard because
we had an outdoor birthday party for our 6 and 10-year-old daughters. I had decided
that adding to the one light we have on the back of the house would give us the
option to extend our outdoor living time.
I hadn’t come across very many options for inexpensive outdoor
lighting (none that fit my taste anyway). After browsing on Pinterest, I decided
to create these two DIY lighting projects. And it just so happens that all the
items I used are from Dollar Tree making the cost less than $20.
To start I created this easy string light with only two
items
Step 1: cut the cups off this string of lights and added batteries. This light string does say “for indoor use only”, so I will not be leaving it outside.
Step 2: inserted each light into the ball decoration where
it fit snuggly to avoid having to glue it. I ended up using 2 ½ packages of the
balls.
All done!
The second project required a little more technique but, was
also quick. The supplies are pictured.
Step 1: removed the stake from the solar light along with
the plastic covering and spray painted the rim of the light being
sure to cover the solar panel.
Step 2: while the paint dried, I wrapped the floral wire
around the rim of the jar leaving about an inch overhang. Then wrapped the wire
onto itself to secure.
Step 3: created a handle and tucked the wire under on the
other side of the jar leaving another overhang.
Step 4: wrapped the remaining wire overhang around itself to secure.
Step 5: attached the solar lantern to the jars outer lid
with hot glue. Then secured the lid back on the jar.
Unfortunately, I couldn’t get a picture outside due to a
thunderstorm. But for the sake of showing you how it looks in the dark, here
are a couple of shots inside. Isn’t it pretty?
Leave me a comment if you've created your own DIY lighting. I
would love to see your ideas! Until next time, keep it simple. Thanks, and God
Bless!
Living Simply,
Mindy✿