These fantastic DIY solar light ideas are quick and easy to make. Plus, they are the perfect way to prepare your outdoor space for summer!
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DIY Solar Lights
Once we have our first 60+ day I’m all about getting my outdoor entertaining area ready for the summer season.
The winters are long in New England! A great way to prepare your porch, patio, deck or balcony is to add some lighting.
The great thing about solar lighting is it doesn’t add a penny to your electricity bill. It helps to save money anywhere you can!
DIY solar lights are not just practical and energy-efficient; they also add a touch of whimsical charm to your outdoor space.
Whether you’re looking to create a cozy ambiance for a backyard gathering or simply want to enhance the beauty of your garden at night, crafting your own solar lights can be a fun project.
With just a few simple materials and some creativity, you can transform ordinary jars or bottles into light fixtures that harness the power of the sun.
So, roll up your sleeves, grab some basic tools, and let’s dive into the world of DIY solar lights!
DIY Solar Light Ideas
Get your outdoor space ready for summer relaxing with these amazing solar lights that you can DIY in no time!
Discover how to transform a pendant light into a solar-powered one with minimal expertise in an eco-friendly DIY project!
Repurpose an old chandelier into a pretty DIY solar light garden planter with just a few supplies.
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These gorgeous wooden lanterns use solar lights, so no hard wiring is required. Love this idea!
This great tutorial teaches you how to make your own solar power outdoor lights.
You can easily make a solar light garden post with your house number. Add small hanging planters to the side for extra curb appeal.
This easy mason jar solar light is affordable too! Most of the supplies can be found at your local dollar store.
Make a DIY hanging solar light by upcycling glass bowl light shades and a couple of dollar store items.
Angie from Postcards From the Ridge used a collection of sea glass to make these lovely solar-powered mason jar lanterns.
Standard solar lights fit perfectly into empty wine bottles. Use several to line a walkway, or surround a patio. It's inexpensive and a great way to repurpose glass bottles.
Solar lights attached to an old repurposed fence post makes a great addition to any outdoor space.
I'm so in love with this adorable watering can fairy light project. It has been on my "bucket" list for so long. You can find mini solar lights that work perfectly with an old watering can. So cute!
Use inexpensive mason jars to make pretty solar lights.
Gail from Purpose Hues and Me always has such creative DIY projects. This pretty purple flower complete with a center solar light is so clever and lovely!
Learn how to repurpose a chandelier into a useful outdoor patio solar light.
Make pretty solar mason jar lids and jeweled jars with a few simple steps.
It's hard to imagine that this lovely hanging garden light is made with dollar store finds!
Find an old solar yard light and make yourself a Mushroom Solar Light with this easy tutorial.
Use old insulators to create a DIY basket solar light perfect for your outdoor space.
These DIY solar light planters are a unique way to add some height and light to your flower pots!
This easy solar light stand is the perfect addition to your front porch or backyard.
These DIY Mason Jar Solar lights are inexpensive and are maintenance-free!
Use an old ceiling fan glass globe to make a fun solar light. It's so easy and useful too!
These DIY solar lights look fab lined up in the centre of an outdoor table.
Cover a mason jar with gems and add a solar light lid for a unique outdoor light.
Step up your outdoor flowers by adding a solar light. It's a great way to add extra lighting around your deck or patio.
I hope you are inspired to make your own DIY solar light after seeing these creative ideas!
Let me know in the comments if you give any of them a try. Happy creating!!
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