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    Home » DIY » outdoor living » Hanging Solar Lights | Small Lanterns

    Hanging Solar Lights | Small Lanterns

    Published by Gail | Published June 7, 2019 | Updated May 14, 2021
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    Do you love easy dollar store projects? I have the best and easiest project to share with you for our Dollar Store Design Squad project. These hanging solar lights are perfect for small shepherd hooks, hanging on a fence, or even scattered on your steps. Of course they aren’t expensive, since they came from the Dollar Tree.

    Be sure to check out the projects from my creative blogging friends at the bottom of this post!

    Two Dollar Hanging Solar Lights

    two dollar hanging solar lights MyRepurposedLife

    I love all kinds of solar lights, but these have quickly become my favorite that I’ve made so far!

    *this post contains affiliate links, read more here*

    dollar tree glass candle holders

    I was so excited when I found these Ribbed Glass Candleholders with Copper Coils at my local store! But I really had NO idea how easy this project was going to be until I started taking off the coils that I thought were string. They are small, at only 4”.

    Did you know that you can place an order at $$$ Tree.com and have items shipped right to your door?

    Supplies to make Easy Hanging Solar Lights

    easy two dollar hanging solar lights

    To make the hanging solar lights, you will need the following:

    • Ribbed Glass Candleholder
    • Solar Light
    • Needle Nose Pliers
    • Tape Measure
    • Glue Gun

    Snip Wire From Candle Holder

    ribbed candle holder with wire

    Using the needle nose pliers, I snipped and untwisted the coiled wire from the candle holder. At this point I realized that this was wire—perfectly twisted wire!

    Tie loops in twisted wire

     

    tie loops in twisted wire four inches apart

    If you can tie a not, you got it made! The small loops should be right at 4 inches apart. Each wire is enough to make one hanging solar light. Snip the wire about 12 inches for this step.

    how to tie a loop in wire

    Start with a large loop, then gently pull until the loop gets smaller. Getting the loops 4” apart is the most difficult part of this project.

    Bend wire around glass candle holder

    wrap wire around glass candle holder

    Wrap the twisted wire around the glass candle holder.

     

    interlock twisted wire

    Wrap the wire to interlock it in place, making sure the loops are near the top.

    Use remaining wire to make hanging solar light handle

    insert twisted wire through loops and secure

    Use the remaining length of wire to make the handle of the hanging solar light. Thread the wire through the loop and secure each side.

    Portable power for electronics

    portable power for glue gun ryobi inverter

    I love this hand inverter from Ryobi! I can charge my phone or even plug in my glue gun without an extension cord!

     

    a dab of hot glue holds solar light in place

    Remove solar light stake, add a dab of hot glue to the rim of the ribbed candle holder and insert solar light. Don’t forget to remove the orange tag from the solar light.

     

    Hang Solar Lights on Small Shepherd’s Hook

    inexpensive hanging solar light

    The $$$ Tree solar light fits perfectly in the ribbed candle holder. (I tested it before I left the store) The solar light is hanging on a one dollar shepherd’s hook from the same store. So, the light is $2, but if you want to hang it on a shepherd’s hook, it will set you back a whopping three bucks!

    I really think you should pin this so you won't forget, plus you'll be showing your friends how cool you are!

    Small Solar Light Lanterns for Deck

    small solar light lanterns on deck stairs MyRepurposedLife

     

    Look how cute the hanging solar lights look as lanterns on the porch steps! Solar lights have changed a lot over the years. These give out a good deal of light and really illuminate the steps. Wouldn’t these small lanterns be perfect for parties and events, even a wedding!!!

    You may love looking at these floor lamps and solar lights   and Easy Reclaimed Timber Landscape Solar Light.

     

    Now, lets look at the other great projects submitted this month from my creative blogging friends!

    Clever Dollar Store Hacks

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    Zinc Look Locker Baskets The Kim Six Fix

    Painted Book Stacks Refresh Restyle

    Hanging Solar Lights | Small Lanterns  My Repurposed Life

    DIY Hand Lettered Flip Flops One Project Closer

    Colorful Snarky "No Soliciting" Sign The DIY Village

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    1. Lisa Austin

      June 14, 2019 at 12:06 pm

      The lights look so nice at night.

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      • Gail Wilson

        June 17, 2019 at 9:22 pm

        ohhh, I totally agree. I packed them up and took them camping with me this past weekend. What a fun addition to our campsite!

        thanks for stopping by and taking the time to leave a comment Lisa!

        gail

    2. Debbie- Dabble

      June 12, 2019 at 7:37 am

      Love this idea!!!
      Hugs,
      Deb

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    3. Debbie- Dabble

      June 12, 2019 at 7:37 am

      Thanks so much hosting each week!!
      Hugs,
      Debbie

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    4. Julie Briones

      June 11, 2019 at 12:33 pm

      Oh, SO inspiring! Wouldn't these be gorgeous done with a sea-glass spray??? Pinned to two boards!

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      • Gail Wilson

        June 11, 2019 at 6:01 pm

        Ohhh, that's a fabulous idea! 🙂 Thanks for pinning!!!

        gail

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