Easy Mason Jar Hanging Solar Lights
I love mason jar projects and I have wanted to make some hanging solar lights for a while. So I got out some jars, spray paint and ordered some fairly lights on Amazon and got to work!
I used pint sized mason jars but now I want to make some larger ones. These are great around our catio (the outside space for our indoor cats) but along the fence they were a bit small.
Anyway, I started by cleaning the jars. Then I masked them off for painting. I only wanted the bottom portion painted so the fairy lights would shine nicely. I also painted the screw on part of the lids.
I used four colors of paint to match the flower buckets that hang on my fence.
All I had left to do was add the lights. These (affiliate link) fairy lights came in a box of four from Amazon. The lights, solar lids and the wire hangers are all included and I just love them.
Before adding the solar lid turn the switch to the "on" position.
Once they are together hang them up and enjoy them. As I mentioned earlier these were perfect around our catio. So that is where I hung them.
Aren't they fun and colorful? Here is what they look like when lit up.
They are such a great addition to my patio space and I am anxious to make more.
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Jim Cox on Oct 08, 2019
I posted something similar today, and gave you proper credit for the color inspiration. I hope you approve : )
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/outdoor/lights/solar-lanterns-for-the-deck-or-fence-or-43815686
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Michelle James on Oct 08, 2019
Jim...this is awesome. Thanks for the link. I love your lanterns!
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JoEllen Reeck on Jul 08, 2020
I’ve used these lights before. I loved them but when it rained they got water in them and it ruined the lights. I recommend sealing the lids with caulk or something.
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What a great idea! I'd love to try it but I'm wondering where you got the hangers for the jars?
I think this a great project. Just wondering, is there a reason you didn't paint the entire jar? I think it would look pretty shining through the different colors you did.
Where do you get solar lights with lids?