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Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Make Your Own Illumination Garden Light


These funky lanterns are easy to make and won't break the bank. These are made from metal food cans. Celeste and I suggest protecting them from the elements by using spray paint. They will last for years!!! These lights can brighten up any area of your garden. Spray lots of lanterns all the same color for a simple look or go for lots of bright colors to create the party mood.

These lights are really easy to make.

1. Fill can with sand and water, then freeze.

2. Use a nail to and lightly tap evenly-spaced holes. Or you can slowly drill holes through the side of the can.

3. Make two holes opposite each other for the wire handle at the top of the can.

4. Let the ice melt and wash out the can, then let it dry.

5. Working outside, spray the cans with rust proof paint. Cool blue creates a calm mood.

6. When the cans are dry attach the handles. Make these from galvanized wire, bend around a can to create the shape. Push each end through the holes, bending to make them secure.

7. Make sure the rims of the cans are smooth before you decorate them.

Watch this great video to see how it's done!!!!





Tip: You can trace your favorite design onto a sheet of paper. Attach with tape to keep it in place. Then tap the nail holes along the traced lines. Some holes may be close while others are spaced further apart.


Light up your life.

Go Green with Tin.





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  2. I have never been the creative type, but reading your blog has given me the urge to try again. You can take the so many different objects and turn them into something magnificent. The best part is it cost barely nothing. Your end result will be a beautiful creation

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  3. This sounds like a fun project for around Christmas time. On the day of the Christmas parade, in Chatom, people set up booths selling homemade items like this. I think this would be a good way to make some extra bucks for Christmas. Great idea for my teenager!

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