Fireflies Caught in a Jar
by
JEMilesATL
(IC: homeowner)
3 Materials
One of my favorite things to do was to catch fireflies. I loved doing this as a kid. Times have been tough lately so I'm trying to do more projects that make me happy, make me remember fun times. This easy and simple project reminds me of fireflies caught in a jar... without killing any bugs :)
Up close look at my "Jar of Fireflies"
I found this awesome, very old and large mason jar. I didn't want to paint it, drill holes in it, etc. but knew I had to do something with it.
I decided to turn it in to a light! I used a strand of lights I purchased at Bed Bath and Beyond years ago, but never used. Some florist wire (I bought this at the Dollar Tree) and the jar.
On my bookshelf! The power switch/battery pack is hidden behind the stack of books. This was a super simple easy project and it brings me so much joy. I dedicate this to Juanita Long my grandmother, may you rest in peace sweet angel. (Apr 17, 1925 - Jan 7, 2017)
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Suggested materials:
- Mason Jar (Garage Find)
- Light Kit (Bed Bath and Beyond)
- Florist Wire (Dollar Tree)
Published January 11th, 2017 11:12 AM
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JEMilesATL on Jan 19, 2017The wire wasn't sturdy. The first time the vines ended up settling in the Jar.
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