January 6, 2009 @ 12:11 pm
Turn Your Old Light Bulbs Into Hanging Vases
Have you made the switch to eco-friendly CFLs but don’t know what to do with all those old light bulbs? Why not turn them into lovely little hanging flower vases! This super easy tutorial comes from Veronica Peterson of Care2.
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.
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Posted by Rachel
January 6, 2009 @ 5:28 pm
Fun project! I’ll be linking.
Posted by Primitive Folk Art by Old World Primitives
January 6, 2009 @ 9:49 pm
What a neat idea! I will have to try it.
Posted by Angie
January 7, 2009 @ 10:50 am
Oh this is a cute idea. I just threw out (gasp!) dead light bulbs the other night. I never know what to do with them and now I do.
Posted by Miss Muffin
January 7, 2009 @ 3:11 pm
These look so lovely!!!
Thanks for sharing the idea!
Miss Muffin
Posted by Marquita
January 7, 2009 @ 7:41 pm
These look so beautiful and delicate.
Thank you for sharing this idea
Posted by Sarah
January 8, 2009 @ 2:20 pm
Hi,
This is a beautiful upcycle for used lightbulbs. I think this would be a great fit for instructables.com. We have a few lightbulb hacks already, and I think this could get a lot of attention.
Would you consider posting an instructable for this? It’s super easy to do, especially since you have all of the copy written. Your instructions are very clear and easy to follow, and your picture is great. Please give it some consideration and let me know if there’s anything I can do to help.
Once you’ve posted, let me know and I’ll make sure it gets featured and gets some good front-page exposure!
Best,
Sarah
sarah@instructables.com
Posted by Sparkle Thots » Blog Archive » DIY Weekends :: reduce.reuse.recycle
January 9, 2009 @ 12:24 pm
[...] Seen via Craft Magazine, tutorial available at Crafter Shock. [...]
Posted by hanging bulb vases » GreenPoma
January 13, 2009 @ 10:27 am
[...] Anyway Victoria Peterson gives an easy (and mostly power-tool free) tutorial on how to make these charming vases at craftershock.com. [...]
Posted by Enlargement
January 15, 2009 @ 8:52 pm
I am amazed with it. It is a good thing for my research. Thanks
Posted by Swap-bot Weblog
January 16, 2009 @ 1:57 pm
[...] mini, hanging lightbulb vases on Craftershock are very delicate and lovely. They seem easy to make if you have the right [...]
Posted by abessusly
January 20, 2009 @ 8:53 pm
I am unable to understand this post. But well some points are useful for me.
Posted by aravika
March 16, 2009 @ 8:21 am
Useful information , great post . Thanks for sharing !!
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Posted by eurobuil
March 16, 2009 @ 12:36 pm
Good work! Thank you very much!
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Posted by Decor Idea: Hanging Light Bulb Vases - The Connecticut Wedding Blog
March 29, 2009 @ 8:34 pm
[...] 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 [...]