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23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects

by on Apr 23, 2020

Photo: Sugar and Charm

Summer is right around the corner, which means it’s time to step up our patio game… and lighting is one of the most important elements of a functional outdoor space. So today we’re sharing 23 of our very favorite outdoor lighting projects. Click through to check ’em out!   

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
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1. Upgrade any solar light with some wood to create this gorgeous path light. Get the how-to here. [Photo: Build-Basic]

23 Super Fun DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Bob Vila

2. Give string lights a colorful makeover using water bottles and spray paint! Get the tutorial here. [Photo: Bob Vila]

23 Super Fun DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Grow Creative Blog

3. Transform tin cans into beautiful luminaries using this simple tutorial. [Photo: Grow Creative Blog]

23 Super Fun DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: In My Own Style

4. Gather up some glass globes and chain to create a few of these pretty hanging lights. Learn more here. [Photo: In My Own Style]

23 Super Fun DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
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5. For a fun twist on #4, give this macramé idea a try. Just grab some cord and head over here to check out the instructions. [Photo: The Flair Exchange]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Christmas Lights Etc.

6. Put rope lighting on pathways for a simple and attractive addition to the yard. Learn more here. [Photo: Christmas Lights Etc.]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
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7. Add some pizzazz to plain old string lights with this easy DIY. [Photo:  Creme de la Craft]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Sunset

8. Create the look of a fire pit without, well, the fire. Check it out here. [Photo: Sunset]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Hey Gorgeous

9. Here’s another easy way to dress up a set of string lights… head over here for the instructions. [Photo: Hey Gorgeous]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: City Farmhouse

10. No place to attach bistro lights? Try this easy planter solution. [Photo: City Farmhouse]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: The Frugal Homemaker

11. Learn how to turn mason jars into rustic style tiki torches with this great tutorial. [Photo: The Frugal Homemaker]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Woon Blog

12. You can also transform mason jars into real electric outdoor lights with edison bulbs using this tutorial. [Photo: Woon Blog]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo:  Brit + Co.

13. If you prefer candlelight (or if you don’t have an outdoor outlet), try this project which uses jute string to hang jars from trees. [Photo:  Brit + Co.]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo:  Design*Sponge

14. Turn a wine bottle into a gorgeous wall-mounted torch using  this tutorial. [Photo:  Design*Sponge]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Emmaline Bride

15. Mason jars are so versatile, aren’t they? This project uses floating candles to create a beautiful centerpiece. Get the how-to here. [Photo: Emmaline Bride]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
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16. Keep the pesky mosquitos away by making your own citronella candles.  Here’s the tutorial. [Photo: Don’t Waste The Crumbs]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: My Home My Style

17. Turn copper piping into beautiful tiki torches with this clever tutorial. [Photo: My Home My Style]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
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18. Add some serious style to the perimeter of your yard with these pretty little solar lights that are mounted on decorative hooks. Get all the details  here. [Photo: Running With Scissors]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Interiors Designed

19. Adorn a planter with some solar tiki lights… find out how here. [Photo: Interiors Designed]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Sugar and Charm

20. Turn those empty liquor bottles into tabletop torches using this great tutorial. [Photo: Sugar and Charm]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Tatertots & Jello

21. Add some personalized charm to your outdoor space with a fun marquee light. Get the how-to here. [Photo: Tatertots & Jello]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: In My Own Style

22. Turn a tuna can into a pretty lantern using this genius how-to. [Photo: In My Own Style]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
Photo: Hey There Home

23. Transform an old chandelier into a beautiful outdoor candelabra using this quick and easy tutorial. [Photo: Hey There Home]

23 Clever DIY Outdoor Lighting Projects
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