Purchasing pieces of decor for your home can end up being quite the expensive task, but if you're looking for alternative ways to brighten up your interior space, then these DIY lighting solutions will offer you some great cost-effective tips.
Lamps and sources of illumination are essential to seeing what you're doing and where you're going in the dark, and these DIY solutions are offering up some creative ways to customize these lights to your personal tastes. Why choose to decorate your home with ordinary and average furnishings when you can uniquely create a lamp or lighting solution that reflects your taste in such things as video games or movies?
From animal lampshade kits that allow you to make lights that resemble cute felines to floral lighting that beautifully resembles red roses, these DIY lighting solutions will definitely have your home feeling like a one-of-a-kind space with these unique pieces of illumination.
80 DIY Lighting Solutions
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DIY LED Party Balloons
Sharon Vaknin Shows How to Light up Any Occasion
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DIY Cruller Lamps
This Wooden Lamp is Stylishly Twisted in Shape
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DIY Industrial Illuminators
Create Your Own Beautiful Brass Chandelier with this Basic Tutorial
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DIY Hexagonal Wooden Lamps
This Handmade Wooden Lamp Starts Off as a Simple Cubic Frame
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DIY Glass Chandeliers
The Bubble Chandelier by Mint Love Social Club Offers Unique Lighting
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DIY Origami Box Lights
Adorn Old Christmas Lights with Colorful Paper Boxes to Make Origami Lights
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Cut Out Cardboard Lamps
The Jesse Harrington Au Light is Made of a Single Sheet of Paper
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DIY Globe Chandeliers
The Inspireramera Pilates Ball Lamp Tutorial is Cleverly Cute
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DIY Glistening Rope Lamps
Light Glistens Between the Lines of These Rope Lamps by Hobby Design
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DIY Phosphorescent Light Bulbs
This Silicone Glow-in-the-Dark Light Bulb Needs No Electricity
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Handmade Illuminated Signs
These 'Oh, Hello Friend' DIY Marquee Lights Will Prepare You for Fame
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DIY Cardboard Cutout Lamps
Create These Glamorous Pendant Lights Out of Recycled Materials
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Romantic Floral DIY Lighting
These Rosebud Fairy Lights Are Charming and Easy to Make at Home
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DIY Paper Cup Lights
This Totally Love It Garland is Cost-Effective and Chic
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Upcycled Cheese Grater Lamps
These DIY Illuminators are Inspired from the Series 'That 70s Show'
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Revamped Industrial Lights
The 2500 WATT Exhibit Showcases Art-Radiating Lamps
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DIY Film Furniture
These DIY Life IKEA Lamp Hacks are Fun to Make and to Look At
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DIY Industrial Lighting
The Copper Geometric Pendant Lamp by Meg Kemner is Stylishly Easy
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DIY Cardboard Christmas Trees
Make a Fast and Festive Holiday Decoration With Some Simple Supplies
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DIY Color Chip Lighting
The Paint Swatch Chandelier Combines Crafty and Chic
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DIY Gradient Lighting
The Ombre Pendant Lamp Adds a Pretty Flair to Living Spaces
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Low-Budget Lighting
DIY Sparkle Balls Take Plastic Cups and Xmas Lights to the Disco
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Yarn-Made Lighting Solutions
This DIY Project Utilizes Ordinary Pieces of Yarn to Create Fixtures
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Ultra-modern DIY Lamps
The Ds Kit 01 and 02 Take Under 10 Minutes to Assemble
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Old Vinyl Lighting
Lockengeloet's Repurposed Vinyl Records Give LPs a New Life
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Punk Junk Chandeliers
Lighting From Liberated Kitchen Gadgets
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DIY Bounty Hunter Lamps
Illuminate Your Room Star Wars Style with This DIY Boba Fett Lamp
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Recycled Toy Lighting
DIY Doll Chandeliers
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Laser-Cut Teardrop Lighting
Blime by Alvaro Soto is Inspired by an Audio Recording
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Ice Bulbs
More Fun with LED Lights
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Chocolate-Pouring Lamps
The USB ChocoLight with DIY Cup Provides a Fun Crafty Project
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Color-by-Number Lighting
The T 1895 Lamp by Bernardita Marambio is a DIY Project
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Ping Pong Lighting
DIY Budget Home Decor
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Bear-Shaped Night Lights
This DIY Lamp is Made From an Adorable Honey Bear Bottle
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DIY Icicle Lights
The DIY Colored Ice Ornaments from the Design Mom Blog are Super Fun
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DIY Heart Marquee Lights
This 'Oh, Sweet Joy!' Craft is an Adorably Warm Decoration Item
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DIY Strung Carton Lighting
Add a Romantic Glow to the Room with DIY Egg Carton Decor
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Spray Can Lighting
This DIY Lamp is Recycled From a Used Spray Can
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DIY Plastic Bottle Lights
Petz Scholtus Turns An Old Jug Into a Bidon Lamp
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Autumn Leaf Candle Holders
PaperPlanet Makes Tea Light Candle Holders Out of Fallen Leaves
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Recycled Home Designs
Bottle Lamps II
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Coffee Cup Lamps
Eco-Friendly Lighting from Recycled Mugs
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Auto Shop Chandeliers
Lighting Highlights Recyclable Materials and DIY Decor
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Swirling Christmas Light Fans
Reddit User CycleNinja Posted an Illuminated Ceiling Fan
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DIY Bicycle Wheel LEDs
Persistence of Vision Displays for Rave-Worthy Mobile Light Shows
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DIY Flower Party Lights
The 'Oh Happy Day' Blog Makes Decorative Cupcake Liner Lighting
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Movie Reel Lighting
Nidhi Gupta's Film Negative Lamps Recycle Old Film
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DIY Photo Flash Filaments
Manipulate Lighting with a Camera Add-On Using Optical Fibers
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Recycled Cartridge Chandeliers
The Upcycled Lowell and Louise Ink Cartridge Lamps
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Science Tool Lighting
The Test Tubes Chandelier by Designer Pani Jurek is Creative
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DIY Lace Lighting
These Metallic Lights are Easily Made Using a Doily
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Pendant-Inspired Lighting
The Ruskii + Ruskii Twist Lamps by Enrico Zanolla are Extravagant
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DIY Vodka Lamp
Fun With Empties
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DIY Hardware Lamps
Georgiosi's Screw Lamp is a Retro Way to Reuse
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Paper Cup Lamps
Luis Luna's Statement Lighting From Disposable Cups
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Little Wood Block Lights
The DS Kit 03 Lamp is as Simple to Put Together as a Pre-School Activity
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Metallic Tangle Lamps
This DIY Geometric Lampshade Has a Polished and Chic Manufactured Look
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Animal Lampshade Kits
These DIY Paper Lanterns Feature Cool Illuminated Critters
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Recycled Bicycle Lighting
Michael Martins Turns Busted Bikes into Awesome Lights
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Floral Wrapping Paper Lighting
The DIY Christmas Fairy Lights Recycle Your Scraps of Holiday Wrap
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DIY Ink Lights
Used Printer Cartridges Creates Colourful Lamps
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DIY Hue-Switch Lighting
The Fjordcarver Chameleon Lamp Lets You Customize Your Pad
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DIY Ghostly Jug Decorations
The 'Disney Family Fun' Spirit Lanterns are Great for Halloween
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Porky Lighting
The Bacon Lamp is a Meat-Lover's Dream
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Living Lamps
The Plamp Blends an Indoor Plant With Eco-Friendly Lighting
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Revisable Rolling Lamps
Customize Your Light With the Scroll Painting Lamp on I New Idea
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Kodachrome Lamps
Film Slides Get Enlightened & Repurposed as Shade
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Measuring Stick Lighting
The Upcycled Ruler Lamp is a Smart DIY Project
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DIY Bullet Christmas Lights
Shotgun Christmas Lights Get Any Gun Owner into the Christmas Spirit
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DIY Mood Lighting
Johanna Hyrkas Creates Light Carpet With Rope Lights and Yarn
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Retro Gamer Lighting
The Atari Lamp Illuminates the Dark World of Video Games
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DIY LEGO Lamps
Hideous Lampshade Made of Melted Melange of Toy Bricks
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DIY Lighting
Trust In Design's Climbing Lamp Lets You Get Bright and Creative
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Customized DIY Art Lights
"Lets Peel Eggs" Light
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Electric Origami
LED Foldie
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Radiant Recycled Lighting
The Steampunk Table Lamp is Made From an Old Sewing Machine
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Eco Sawdust Shades
These Kulla Design Table Lamps are Made from Sawdust and Plastic Bags
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DIY Accurate Mood Lighting
The 'Mood Lamp' Changes Colors with Your Facial Expressions
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Prehistoric Dinosaur Lighting
The T-Rex Dinosaur Lamp Beautifully Illuminates Your Room
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DIY Needle Point Lighting
The Stitch Lamp Capitalizes on Feminine Hobbies
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DIY Industrial Illuminators
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DIY Minimalist Cement Clocks
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DIY Hexagonal Wooden Lamps
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DIY Origami Box Lights
Adorn Old Christmas Lights with Colorful Paper Boxes to Make Origami Lights
DIY Tree Seats
The T3 Tree Chair by ZO-Loft Provides an Impromptu Outdoor Furniture Piece
DIY Bug-Repellant Candles
The Summertime Floating Candles Stylishly Keeps Mosquitos at Bay
Energy-Efficient Decorative Lights
These LED Light Pendants by WAC are Long-Lasting Gems
DIY Cement Candle Holders
Decorate Your Home with These Tetrapod-Shaped Cement Candle Holders
DIY Magnetic Key Holders
No Hooks or Holes are Required for This DIY Magnetic Key Holder
DIY Jean Shirt Embellishments
The Distressed Chambray Tutorial Updates Basic Blouses
DIY Hidden Text Cakes
Victoria Hudgins’ Unique Birthday Cake has a Secret Message Inside
DIY Marble Scarves
This How-To Marble Scarf Tutorial is Fun and Colorful
DIY Phosphorescent Light Bulbs
This Silicone Glow-in-the-Dark Light Bulb Needs No Electricity
DIY Extravagant Ear Cuffs
Embellish Your Ear with an Intricate Ear Cuff with This Simple DIY
Oversized Flower Ornaments
These Duitang DIY Blossoms are Wonderfully Surreal Room Accents
Crafty Cardboard Illuminators
Cartonado Lamp is Light on the Environment and Heavy on Character
Handmade Illuminated Signs
These 'Oh, Hello Friend' DIY Marquee Lights Will Prepare You for Fame
Surreal Ice Cap Captures
Timothy Corbin Photographs Massive Tree-Hanging Icicles
DIY Mini Crayon Necklaces
This Easy-to-Make Accessory is Full of Color and Creativity
Personalized Clutch Products
The 'My DIY Quote Tote' Spins Kate Spade's Latest Look
Shadow-Casting Desk Lamps
The Steamlight Desk Light Will Illuminate Your Desk With Patterns
Recycled Rave Light Displays
The 'Ballroom Luminoso' Installation Shows Vibrant Eco-Friendly Lamps
Sporty Infant Cocoons
These Knitted Ball-Inspired Baby Wraps are Cute and Cozy
DIY Geometric Wall Decals
This DIY Geometric Wall Art Livens Up Any Room Without Permanent Change
DIY Cement Pencil Holders
This Simplistic DIY Pencil Holder is Punched with Holes Like a Honeycomb
DIY Watermelon Cakes
This Watermelon Cake Looks and Tastes Like Watermelon
Light-Up Engagement Rings
These DIY Rings Glow When Your Special Someone is Near
DIY Frosted Supply Jars
The 'Glacier Jar' Will Add a Unique Personal Touch to Your Work Station
DIY Egg Magnets
These Concrete Egg Magnets Will Nest Every Paper Clip in Sight
Alcohol Bottle Lamps
Reuse Old Bottles Using These Instructions from Tip Junkie
DIY Ice Cream Banners
These Ice Cream Garlands are the Cutest DIY Party Decorations Ever
Mountainous Fabric Lamps
The Light Sculptures by Doug Johnston are Simple and Organic
Toolbox Desk Lights
Aaron Jarry's Air Tool Lamps Are Contemporary and Manly
DIY Pineapple Plant Holders
These DIY Plant Holders are Geometrically Shaped Like Tropical Fruits
DIY Color Chip Lighting
The Paint Swatch Chandelier Combines Crafty and Chic
DIY Origami Ornaments
The Minieco Paper Templates Make for Easy DIY Decor
Crystal Bubble Lights
The Simple Lamp Design of the Lamp No.2 is Minimalist Heaven
DIY Backless Beach Dresses
This Tie-Dyed Cover-Up Ensemble is Perfect for Hot Summer Days
Organic Industrial Illuminators
Mandelier Lights Combine Manufactured Materials into Natural Forms
DIY Nautical Floral Sneakers
Make a Fun Summery Statement with This One-Of-A-Kind DIY Sneaker
Sci-Fi Franchise Paper Planes
These Foldings by Martin Hunt Are Modelled From Star Wars Images
Planted Paper Lanterns
The Hanji Flora Lamps Combine Nature with Lighting
DIY Wire Halo Lights
This Project Adds Hip Hanging Lights to Your Home
DIY Stackable Gradient Candle Holders
These Cement Tea Light Holders are Darkening Shades of Gray
Bedazzled Beast Busts
These Glass Animals by Marta Klonowska Look to Have Endured Storm Nemo
Feminized DIY Cables
Decorative Power Cords by Natalie Shriver Upgrades Unmanageable Wires
Antique Upside-Down Illuminators
The 'Orbit 8 Chandelier' is Made of Hand-Spun Steel
Creepy Crawly Lanterns
Black + Blum Created the Freakiest Nightlight with the Climbing Light
DIY Upcycled Sequin Cushions
This DIY Pillow Brings Old Sequin Dresses Back to Life
Rubber-Dipped Fixtures
The Guarda Luz Lamp is a Modern Lightbulb with a Twist
Compact Clippable Food Graters
Hakan Gursu's Satellite Grater is Customizable & Space-Efficient
Rubber Band Night Lights
The Delta Lamp by Malet Thibaut Features a Customizable Rubber Band Shade
Bear-Shaped Night Lights
This DIY Lamp is Made From an Adorable Honey Bear Bottle
DIY Minimalist Memo Holders
Compile Your Receipts or Display Messages with This DIY Memo Holder
Abstract Spray-Paint Art
The Godfather of Graffiti Reveals His Abstract Exhibition
Time-Measuring Wrist Candy
Brit+Co's Watch Wrap Bracelets are a Useful Accessory Creation
Mesmerizing Ice Palaces
Designer Brent Christensen Creates Awe-Inspiring Ice Castles
Milky Glass Vat Lights
Donna Bates' 'Parlour Lighting' Was Inspired by Dairy Farms
DIY Fancy Lace Chokers
Add a Feminine Touch to Any Outfit with This Lace Bib Necklace
Upcycled Explorer Lights
The Egg of Columbus Turns Paper Pulp into Contemporary Lighting Fixtures
Upcycled Ornament Planters
These Terrariums are Made From Old Unused Christmas Tree Decorations
Custom Created Spray Paints
The Scribo Graffiti Spray Cans Let Artists Make Their Own Paint
Liberally Hung Illuminators
The Adaptable Mothership Lamp Produces an Even or Asymmetrical Glow
DIY Puppy Food Containers
The 'Dog Bowl Project' by A Beautiful Mess is Crafty Chic
Plumage-Inspired Illuminators
The Peacock Chandelier Design Mimics Spanning Tail Feathers
Lantern-Inspired Homes
The 'House M' Home Uses the Sun's Light to Illuminate in Any Weather
Recycled Can Chandeliers
Dutch Designer Willem Heeffer Turned 334 Old Tins into Diner Decor
Frilly DIY Sunglass Pouches
This Easy-to-Make Bag is Perfect for Storing Sunnies in the Summer
Minimalist Line Lamps
The Cord Light Series by Brendan Ravenhill are Like Simple Sketches
Lantern-Illuminated Interiors
The Design Agency Fills the Generator Hostel with Lavish Warmth
Enchanting Oscillating Illuminators
PILU Lamp Rocks Back and Forth to Establish and Intimate Lean
DIY Chromatic Ice Cubes
These Colorful Frozen Orbs Make the Perfect Party Ice Cubes
Chic Shucked Illuminators
The Peel Lamp Appears to Come Apart, Emitting Increased Light
Romantically Dotted DIY Apparel
The Heart Shorts + Valentine's Day Essential Video is Festive
DIY Glitter Magnets
This Decor Will Add a Color Among Announcements on the Fridge
Pencil-Shaped Cheese
This Creative Food Packaging Design is Sharpened Instead of Grated
DIY Artful Eggs
The Oh Happy Day Blog Shows How to Create Eggs with Flair
DIY Fingerprint Cushions
Be Prepared to Get Your Hands Dirty for This DIY Cushion Design
Spiky Light Globes
The Dahom CFL Candle Looks More Like an Ice Cream than a Source of Illumination
Marbled Newsprint Lanterns
The Utility Paper Light Fixtures are Produced With Processed Paper
Minimalist Chandelier Illuminators
The Neverending Glory Collection by Lasvit is Understated
DIY Sustainable Smartphone Chargers
This Fire-Powered Charger is Perfect for Outdoor Travel
Citycentric-Themed Parties
Jordan Ferney of Oh Happy Day Does a DIY City Themed Party
DIY Candy Confetti Popcorn
This Recipe From Bake Your Day Makes Basic Popping Corn Colorfully Fun
Refreshed Retro Lamps
The Projecteur 365 is a Time-Capsule Design with Contemporary Appeal
Animal Lampshade Kits
These DIY Paper Lanterns Feature Cool Illuminated Critters
Adjustable Minimalism Illuminators
The Accent Lamp by Daniel Rybakken Allows Users to Customize
Cubic Shadow-Casters
The Darkness Becomes Just as Important as the Light with Think Lanterns
DIY Decorated Bike Bells
This Simple Activity Turns an Ordinary Bell into Lovely Bicycle Decor
Upcycled Upholstery Lighting
This Upholstery Spring Light by La Cachaca is Eco-Friendly
DIY Scenic Phone Cases
This Simple Video Tutorial Shows You How to Illustrate Your Phone
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Ballroom Luminoso Lights Up the Underbelly of a Texas Overpass
Toy Block CD Changers
This LEGO Jukebox Wil Make Use of Old CDs
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This Tinted Photo Frame DIY Captures the Translucent Nature of Glass
DIY Light-Up Kicks
Converse Shoe Designs Will Look Even Cooler with Light Installations
DIY Tip-Dyed Parasols
This Tie Dye Parasol is a Pretty Burst of Color in Any Setting
Skyscraper Tribute Chandeliers
This Chandelier is a Replica of the World's Tallest Building
Illuminating Light-Up Shelves
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Retrofitted Sci-Fi Mixers
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Baton-Like Ceiling Lamps
The Sorenthia Light by Studio Dunn is Beautifully Industrial
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Heartfelt Play-Doh Gifts
The 'Better Shape Up' Valentine's Day Gift Playfully Expresses Your Love
Bow-Bedecked Illuminators
The Rosett Lamp Adds a Girly Touch of Light to Any Room
Reflective Globe Illuminators
The Ghost Pendant Lamp by Nanu Al-Hamad is Spherically Shaped
Backyard Solar Foundries
This DIY Foundry Uses the Sun to Generate Heat and Melt Metal
Pipeline Upcycled Lamps
Light Up and Accessorize your Wall with the Climbing Wall Lamp
Sci-Fi Mug Mats
The Star Wars Glass Coasters Showcase Their Iconic Movie Characters
Customized Calligraphy Pouches
These Hand Drawn Monogram Bags Offer Loved Ones a Heartfelt Gift
Caped Crusader Sleeping Lights
The Batman Belt Night Light Comforts Kids Afraid of the Dark