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You put a lot of time and energy into making your outdoor living area a place you enjoy spending time in. Why should the sun change when it sets? If you are looking for Consider outdoor lighting to brighten up your home But finding them outside of your budget, the answer may be sitting in your pantry. Pickle jars are something that many people seem to have in abundance. They come in all shapes and sizes, and no one ever knows what to do with them when they’re empty. Converting these glass containers into porch luminaires can give your patio a glow-up on a budget.
This DIY works by attaching a jar to a light source that runs about $15. Compared to similar outdoor pendant lights that cost $50 and up at stores like Home Depot or $150 and up at higher-end stores like Pottery Barn, this is a steal. These lanterns are easy to hang from hooks on patio posts or from the rafters on the porch to illuminate the space. When you’re done, the upcycle is done Light fixtures can bring character to your yardAnd you can be proud of your conservation efforts.
Give your old pickle jars a literal glow-up
To turn your on Old pickle jars in stunning patio lanternsYou will need a few supplies. Along with your collection of old pickle jars, you’ll need a hammer and nail or, if you’re a power tool-lover, a hole saw like a marker and a pendant bulb kit. Rextin’s Waterproof Light Socket CordFor each container. Once you have gathered your supplies, you are ready to begin.
Pendant kits usually have a wired socket and a screw collar, which is a circular gasket-like component that is attached to the end. Use your marker to trace a hole in the top of your jar lid using the circle inside the collar as a guide. Cut out the circle by punching holes in the metal with a hammer and nail following the marker line (you can also use a hole saw for this). Insert the socket into the top of the lid, secure it from the bottom with a collar, screw in your bulb and tighten the lid onto the jar. That’s it!
Give your lantern a sea glass effect by painting it with ½ cup craft glue mixture. Mod Podge water based sealer And a few drops of food coloring. You can also embellish them by gluing on crystals, beads, or adding ribbon around the base for a farmhouse vibe. Be sure to use materials and adhesives designed for outdoor use only. Whatever your style, you’ll have personalized patio lighting and it’s the perfect way to upcycle old pickle jars.
