This was a super easy and very cheap diy project. Since turning my porch into a cozy outside room I've been looking for simple ways to add fun unique pieces with pops of color to my new favorite space. These lamps just sort of came together in my head while I was browsing a dollar store. I'm thrilled at out good they turned out!!
What you need:
Solar lamps- $1 each at the dollar store
Spray paint - $3.50 (make sure you get one that is for plastic and doesn't require sanding or priming)
Bag of raffia- $1 for the bag at dollar store
Double sided tape- I already had this but it can be bought practically anywhere. I guestimate that each lamp cost less than $1.50 to make.
How to make:
Take the top part of the solar lamp off. In a well ventilated area spray paint your base with whatever spray paint you got. Let dry completely before touching. Depending on your paint you may need more than one coat.
Take the shade part of the solar lamp off the solar light and completely wrap the shade in the double sided tape.
Take the raffia, one strip at a time, and wrap the shade. You may have to use small strips of double sided tape throughout the shade as you wrap to hold pieces down here or there. Just do whatever looks best to you as you go.
Put the light back in the shade and reconnect the top to the painted base. Voila! That's honestly it. Such a cheap and easy upgrade!!!
