# Dangling Jar Lighting This DIY Mason Jar Lights Add a Rustic Touch to Your Decor By M | Published 2014-09-22 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Mason-Jar-Light References: [leaf](http://www.leaf.tv/videos/diy-mason-jar-lamp.aspx) & [sophiemonetjewelry](http://www.sophiemonetjewelry.com/) If you have a handful of unused Mason jars collecting dust in your cupboards then turn them into [upcycled Mason jar lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection) with this tutorial by [Leaf TV](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stair-lift). Sophie Monet teaches you how to turn an old Mason jar into a swanky [pendant light](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nature-inspired-pendant-light). Begin by removing the Mason jar lid and cutting a small circle into it using a hammer and nail. Poke the small circle into the lid, pop it out and use sandpaper to dull the sharp metal edges. Now you can attach a lightbulb to the lid by screwing it directly onto the metallic cap. Attach the lightbulb to a long electrical cord the and hang the light from your ceiling. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 78% | Activity: 56% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Upcycling:** Exploring innovative ways to repurpose and transform unused objects, such as Mason jars, into new and functional products. - **DIY Lighting:** Growing trend of creating personalized lighting fixtures using readily available materials and step-by-step tutorials for a unique and rustic touch. - **Sustainable Decor:** Increasing demand for eco-friendly and sustainable home decor options, like repurposed Mason jar lights, that minimize waste and promote a greener lifestyle. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Decor:** Opportunity for companies in the home decor industry to create and market sustainable and upcycled lighting solutions for environmentally-conscious consumers. - **Craft and Hobby:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for craft and hobby businesses to offer DIY kits and workshops focused on creating repurposed lighting fixtures using materials like Mason jars. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Rise in demand for eco-friendly and upcycled products presents a market opportunity for businesses specializing in sustainable home goods and decor items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Farmhouse-Style Solar Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solarpowered-outdoor-lantern.md) - [Jewel-Inspired Chandelier Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearl-chandelier.md) - [Recycled Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zbozhzha-pendant-light.md) - [Encapsulated Semi-Transparent Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nested-pendant-light.md) - [Hanging Connected Light Fixtures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-pendant-light.md) - [Mixed Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gant-pendant-lights.md) - [Dripping Faucet-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minimalist-light-fixture.md) - [Interchangeable Magnetic Ceiling Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/docklight.md) - [Enchanting Hanging Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hf-series.md)