Connecticut Wedding Decor & Design Ideas

January 14, 2009

Decor Idea: Hanging Light Bulb Vases

I came across this DIY project on Craftershock.com and instantly fell in love. What a fabulous vintage detail to add to your outdoor summer soiree or garden party. I can see them hanging from trees or stringed lights. I love them so much I’m trying to figure out how I can incorporate them in an event of my own! The idea is to find used light bulbs that you can in turn recycle into these hanging vases.

Here is how to make them, courtesy of Craftershock.com

Step 1: Using fine-tooth metal saw, gently saw the bottom of light bulb. Pull out the filaments.

Step 2: Using a hand held drill place metal against some scrap wood and poke two holes opposite from each other.

Step 3: Lace thin wire through the holes and tie off at desired length. Fill with lovely blooms.

  1. Ok, I would no doubt screw this project up- but holy cow its cool.

  2. Candice says:

    Don’t worry Kelly — I’m not good with breakables, never mind a SAW, either!

  3. Lisa - Pen & Ink says:

    These are adorable! I love hanging vases. I think they are perfect as-is, but I’m sure it would be really easy to paint the metal part (or the glass) to add a little color too. So pretty!

  4. What a great idea! I love it! I am finding that reading your blog is more exciting than receiving the next issure of better homes and gardens :-)

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