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Solar Mason Jar Lights | DIY, All You Need Is A Hot Glue Gun | Creative Cain CabinThis is an easy DIY project that can be done in less than 30 minutes (depending on how many solar lights you will be making). Since we don’t have electricity on the porch yet I decided to whip up some soft lighting for the evening hours and decided solar was the only way to go.
 
DIY Solar Mason Jar Lights | Creative Cain CabinWhat you will need: Small mouth mason jars, solar garden lights, and a hot glue gun. I purchased the solar garden stakes at Menards, but they sell them every where (the dollar store, Wally world, any home improvement store, or hardware). They normally run around $2 each. All I did was remove the stem (the part that pokes into the ground) and run a bead of hot glue around the rim of the jar. Next place the solar cap on top and let the glue set up.
 
DIY Solar Mason Jar Lights | Creative Cain Cabin
It couldn’t be easier, and if you ever tire of them just remove the solar portion, run the jars through the dishwasher and reuse them however you choose. They make a great addition to our front porch and helps light the path. Don’t forget to save the stems you can always use the for there intended purpose in your garden if you decided to do so. Go give it a try, it’s a fun and rewarding project!
 
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  1. Lisa Russell says

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    Brilliant idea!!

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    • Connie Jackson says

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      Where do you get the solar lights to screw on?

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      • Dawn says

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        Connie they are from Menards and they are hot glued on.

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        • Shharon says

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          I will have to try this,but maybe add some color to the mason jar! Thanks for the great idea.

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          • Dawn says

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            Sharon, Some people use the blue or green mason jars for color 🙂

          • Mona says

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            Put glass beads in the jars for color & added weight so they don’t blow over.

          • Dawn says

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            Brilliant idea Mona 🙂

          • Mary says

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            They now sell the colored mason jars with the wire handles they are the cutest, this way you can hang them or carry if you need too. They are at Wal Mart.

          • Dawn says

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            Mary, I know…I think the took bloggers ideas and ran with it. LOL

          • Mary says

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            Please remember to get the jar the same size as the light, also they sell different size mason jars, I can jellies so when you go to buy check out the different sizes and then of course they have the wide mouth jars. This should be interesting to make, I have canning jars so I just need the lights, going to make them for the grandchildren, they will love them on the patio at night.

          • Dawn says

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            Mary, I find the small mouth jars fit several of the solar lights that are on the market.

      • janice says

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        the lights are hot glued to the top of the jar. you can buy the lights at wall mart

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        • Dawn says

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          Janice, I bet you can just make sure they are the same size as the jar you are using.

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          • Hazel says

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            If they r for kids use plastic Mayonnaise jars incase of accidents!! No one gets cut incase of breakage.

          • Dawn says

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            Hazel, great idea. My kids are grown so I have no worries here.

        • Dagmar Bastiks says

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          I have found cheap solar lights at the local dollar store in Jacksonville, FL

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          • Dawn says

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            Good deal 🙂

      • Alicia D Harvin says

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        you can get the screw on lights on ebay! Kinda pricey!

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        • Dawn says

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          Alicia I think they invented those after I made mine.

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          • Jeri says

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            You should have patented these. Great idea. Beautiful ideas.

          • Dawn says

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            Jeri, thank you. They are fun to make and I think a lot of people are making them.

      • Linda Sykora says

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        We made these a couple years ago but glued the top to the metal mason jar ring that screws onto the jar. Just don’t use the lid with the ring. Then you can just unscrew the top if and when you want.

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        • Dawn says

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          Linda, brilliant idea 🙂 Thanks for the tip.

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        • Kathy says

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          That’s a great idea!!!! :):)

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          • Dawn says

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            Kathy and they last for years even out in the weather.

      • jennifer says

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        Micheal’s has the screw on mason jar lids but Walmart has the solar lights for a dollar just get a case of mason jars with lids and cut a hole in top and u have it

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      • Lue says

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        $ tree has them

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        • Dawn says

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          Lue, thanks for the heads up 🙂

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      • Sandra says

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        Also check the Dollar store. Where i got mine.

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        • Dawn says

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          Sandra thanks for the tip 🙂

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    • Ruth Griffin says

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      This is a great way to reuse solar lights that the stands have been broken on!

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      • Dawn says

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        I agree Ruth 🙂 they seem to break very easy and you are left with just the top portion.

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    • Judy says

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      Good idea. Must try it. I think if you add a mirror ( can usually get small round or square ones at Dollar stores) or tin foil, than you should be able to get more light from it as well. Just a thought.

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      • Dawn says

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        Judy, great idea 🙂 Thanks for the tip!

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    • vicky says

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      Whatever you use to make these, and I think they are so cute, remember you can bring them inside to use if the electric goes off.

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      • Dawn says

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        Vicky, that’s a great use for them 🙂

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    • Ruth Somerville says

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      We have been doing this in the yard for the past few years ! We find it a lot easier to move them than trying to mow or tweed what around the originals . but we don’t bother to glue them in place though .

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      • Dawn says

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        Ruth, I have to glue or my dog knocks them off.

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    • Debbie says

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      What happens when you need to change the battery???

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      • Dawn says

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        Debbie, I’ve had them for 4 years and have never had to change them, but all you would have to do is run a butter knife around the top where you glued it to break the seal and reglue.

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  2. A Vintage Green says

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    Sure gives out good light. Great ideal.
    Joy

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  3. Junker Newbie Stephanie says

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    Wow, what a cute idea! and it looks easy! thanks for sharing 🙂

    Visiting from Between Naps on the Porch linky.

    http://junkernewbie.blogspot.com

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  4. Allison Shops says

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    Cute cute cute!
    Dropping by from Met Monday. I hope you’ll come see the safari nursery.

    Allison
    Atticmag

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  5. Miss Char says

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    This is one of the best DIY projects I’ve ever seen. I’m headed to Lowes in the morning to pick up some solar lights and give this a try. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

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    • Mickey says

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      I think you will find the same lights in his directions at Wal-Mart for about 2-3 dollars. Sometimes for one dollar. I buy all mine at Wal-Mart and the glass canning jars.

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      • Dawn says

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        Mickey, I have never checked Walmart but as long as they are the correct size they will work.

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  6. Jessa @ Sparkle says

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    What a great idea! This would be perfect for parties!!

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  7. Joselyn @ The DIY Spot says

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    Visiting from Met Monday. Not only do I like this, but I have extra solar lights not being used in my garage. Thanks for the ispiration!

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  8. tammylovesdishes says

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    Wow, this is a truly great idea! Thanks so much for sharing.

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  9. Flat Creek Farm says

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    You are one step ahead of my, Creative Girl! I just found some of these on Etsy and pinned them on Pinterest. It was on that very lengthy list of “things to try”. You’ve made it easy now – thank you for sharing your wonderful creations! I just love these. Also thought of trying them with my blue mason jars, but with my luck I’d probably get them broken.. lol.. that would be bad. -Tammy

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    • Bill Wilson says

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      where did you find Blue mason jars or did you paint them yourself ????

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      • Dawn says

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        Bill, They are the 100 year anniversary ones or you can use vintage blue mason jars. I believe you can still purchase them trough Amazon online 🙂

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        • Louise says

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          I like the idea of glass beads for color and stabilization. How about crumpled up tinfoil and/or some craft paint?

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          • Dawn says

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            Louise, you could do almost anything with them.

      • michele says

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        Menards has them 6 pk for around $9.00

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        • Dawn says

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          Michele that’s a great price and that’s where I purchased them years ago.

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      • Frank! says

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        Most craft or hobby stores sell liquid stain for stained glass projects with many colors to choose from. Paint on the INSIDE of the jar though and let it dry well first, then glue on the light units. If you’re REALLY creative, you could paint black lines inside the jar with a small artist’s brush. (Bend the metal part of the brush with a pliers to about a 45 degree angle, and that will make it easier to paint designs inside the jars. For indoor use, you can paint on the outsides, but the raised lettering on the jars can be a problem.) Then, fill in between the black lines with several colors of stained glass paints, and make some truly colorful lanterns, but remember… the darker colors will cut down on the amount of light from the solar light.

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        • Dawn says

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          Frank, brilliant idea and sounds like it gives off a beautiful color.

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  10. Kathleen says

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    Love this idea! Looks awesome.

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  11. Jennie @ Studio 1621 says

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    What a great idea!!! I think I know what I will be making this week.

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  12. Screaming Meme says

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    YOu are so crafty!!! I love this idea!!! 🙂

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  13. Jo says

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    Great idea!…love it, looks fantastic!..you are so creative, I have ton’s of jars, I could do this and I do love this idea best, as to hubby ain’t real keen on candles, he don’t like them period.
    Open flame thing, he worrie’s about you know…FIRE!(boy-O-boy we have had enuff fire and smoke in southeast Georgia.
    ~Jo
    LazyonLoblolly

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  14. lulumusing says

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    I have to admit this is something I would never have thought of. I like it!

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  15. Anonymous says

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    These cast a lovely light in the evening. How clever. I love it. Thanks for sharing.

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  16. Sandy aka Doris the Great says

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    OMG! Brilliant and beautiful! You have it all.

    (Great idea.)

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  17. NJ says

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    I love this idea and will definitely be trying it out!

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  18. http://sassandfrasscrafts.blogspot.com/ says

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    Super cute and super easy. MY kind of craft.
    Tess

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  19. Kari says

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    I really love this idea-I wish I had a home I could do this at! I featured you on my weekly Tutorial Tuesday

    http://www.morganandkari.com/2011/06/tutorial-tuesday-11-and-link-up.html

    So be sure to come grab your featured button and link up any other great ideas you have to my weekly link party!

    Kari
    Newlyweds on a Budget
    http://www.morganandkari.com

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  20. abeachcottage says

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    What a great and cute idea! Love how it looks, romantic.

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  21. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee) says

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    Wow! What a great idea..one of those best DIY projects I have came through! Loved your space.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  22. Theresa says

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    Saw your link at the Parrtay going on, by the way of Debbiedoos. Great Idea!!!

    Peace, Love & Decorate
    Theresa

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  23. The Old Block House says

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    Thank you for making this tutorial so easy to understand. Other solar lights from jars tutorials have left me confused.

    I’ve got some blue jars with nicks in the rims that will be perfect for this project.

    Adding you to my list of Blogs I Love.

    http://www.theoldblockhouse.blogspot.com

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  24. Amanda says

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    this is wonderful! i am totally going to do this! i have mason jars along my fence, hanging, and i was thinking candles but this is WAY better!!

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  25. Susan says

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    Cool idea!! Your solar lights are pretty and white…so many of them are blue, and I don’t like that.

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  26. gatheredinthekitchen.com says

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    What an awesome idea!! This is so perfect with the kids!!! I will have to give this a try! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  27. Sue says

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    What a fun idea!! Canning jars are one of my favorite decorating accessories. They are so versatile!

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  28. Grammy Goodwill says

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    What a great idea. I’ve seen those solar lights but wasn’t sure if they actually worked. Good to know they do!

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  29. Lynn says

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    I think I am going to try to incorporate this idea with an old chandy that I bought a Goodwill for $1.00. I am working on taking it apart, repainting, and then hanging it on my porch. What a great idea. I will see what I can come up with and post on Wow Us Wednesday on Saavy Southern Style.

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  30. Tiff says

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    Love this idea!! I would even wrap wire around them and hang them somehow.

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  31. kristiB says

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    Cute idea, they look like candles at night!!! Where I live it’s Very windy so I would probably fill the jars with pretty colored vase filler to weigh it down. Thanks for the great idea!

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  32. Tami says

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    Who would have thunk it? !!!!
    I picked up four lights at Fleet Farm (love my Fleet Farm). $2 each. They are fabulous! Here’s my fun part. Big storm rolled through the other night. Thinking that we could lose power (again)I brought them inside. I put one in my bathroom. Glowed all night long. I love them. Thank you for the inspiration!

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  33. Farmer's Wyfe says

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    Really fun!! What a great idea! 🙂

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  34. Funky Junk Interiors says

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    Goodness… this is such a cool idea! Rocket science I tell ya.

    Shared this on FJI Facebook for SNS 90. 🙂

    https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150309641961141&set=a.192514281140.164586.175378011140&type=1&theater

    Donna

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  35. TreasureAgain says

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    It’s great to hear all of the nice comments on the Mason Jar Solar lights!
    http://www.etsy.com/transaction/29862525

    I worked many hours to improve my original design and soon made it so the solar lights twist onto any regular mouth Mason Jar.
    Check out my original designs further on Etsy:
    http://www.etsy.com/shop/treasureagain

    Thanks!

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  36. My Lucky Seven says

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    LOVE MASON JARS!!! LOVE THIS IDEA!! This will be our project next week! Thank you for this idea!! ;0)

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  37. Sue Maxey says

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    What a great idea! I am not crafty at all! So thanks so much for sharing your creations!

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  38. Jo says

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    Wow dawn these are GENIUS!…I am so gonna be doing these! Clever lady!

    Jo

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  39. Bliss says

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    Snooping around your blog this morn….. do you know how many times I wanted to light my walk way but candles were out of the question for one reason or another? I knew I should of snapped up the seasonal clearance solar lights!

    ~Bliss~

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  40. Badlands says

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    I WILL be making these!

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  41. Anonymous says

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    What an amazing and useful idea..i love that they are portable and can be used wherever you go! Would be fun for a romantic evening on the beach. Thanks for sharing! <3

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  42. A Blogging Bulebosh says

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    genius….I’m headed to Target or Walmart this weekend to get the supplies!

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  43. Anonymous says

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    This could be really beautiful in the old greenish-blue jars too.

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  44. Anonymous says

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    You could even color/mod podge/bake the insides of the clear jars for a bit of color! The glue should help seal them so rain water can’t streak the colors 🙂 Love it!

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  45. Tammy says

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    Wow! Love this! I am pinning it. Thank you. 🙂

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  46. iluvcisle says

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    Were these pint or quart size jars?

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    • ❀❀❀Ðαωᾔ❀❀❀ says

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      I used pint size, but either would work.

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  47. Jen Greyson | Author says

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    LOVE IT! Am thinking I could even hang the mason jars from wire and put them in the trees. Pinned it!

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  48. Anonymous says

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    Where did you get the solar garden lights? And is there a specific size?

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  49. Anonymous says

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    Was thinking of adding colored glass marbles or a thin colored plastic membrane inside to give it a color.

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    • GrannyG says

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      I put blue marbles in my jars….have them across my porch…you can find inexpensive solar lights at Dollar General for two dollars each..be sure to keep it turned to the sun….put a lid on your jar so you never worry about wind or rain….

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  50. Lynn says

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    I did this but i put decorative rocks in the bottom of the jar.

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  51. Anonymous says

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    If you glue the top on, do you ever have to worry about changing the battery?

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    • ❀❀❀Ðαωᾔ❀❀❀ says

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      So far I have never had to change a battery. They have even made it through the snowy winter:)

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    • Dan says

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      I have solar lights too. I do like this idea, but Yes, eventually you will need to replace the battery. If you glue this on, you will not be able to access the battery compartment. Batteries only last a few years.

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  52. Anonymous says

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    I have a cabin and would love to do this!!! GREAT idea!!!!!

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  53. Anonymous says

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    Very Nice!
    I like the light pattern given out by you leaving the clear plastic base on the solar light!
    Thanks for sharing!

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  54. Sandra at 7th St. Studio says

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    Oh my GOODNESS!!! How smart and clever is this!!! and I love the way the glass reflects the light!!!! got to go get some mason jars~I already have the solar lights!!! So much more appealing than all the plastic!!!!! Love it!!!

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  55. Anonymous says

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    Cool idea, except for when the battery dies, there’s no way to change it if you use glue

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    • Anonymous says

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      It is easy to break the seal, if using hot glue. Just cut with a utility knife or razor blade. You can then reseal it after changing batteries. Or…glue/caulk the solar light to the screw-on mason jar lid. That makes it easy to remove the top to replace batteries, or to add pretty items to the inside of jar.

      Awesome idea, by the way. And love the photo ideas! Sooooo much safer and better than candles or oil. Thanks! ~Connie

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      • Dan says

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        of course. Didnt thing about attaching to the screw on lid. Now this is a really great idea. 🙂

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        • Dawn says

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          Dan, it works great and I have had mine for about 3 years now.

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  56. Heather says

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    like the jar idea, i have put some of my lights into vases when the stem gets broken. The jars seem to give more light effect. Thanks!!!

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  57. Lillie Moss says

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    Cool! Love it!

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  58. Anonymous says

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    I used old bamboo tiki torches.. replace the oil can thing in the tiki torch with your solar light. Nice and tall, throws some interesting light patterns.

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  59. franny d. says

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    I have 6of the electric insolators,didnt know what to do with them.I am going to the store tomorrow to get solar lights.I am so excited. Had them for 3years

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  60. Anonymous says

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    I have also seen the mason jars wrapped around the rim with twine,leaving a loop for a handle, and then putting a tea light or small candle inside-then hang it inside or outside on a hook for cute ambiance!

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  61. Anonymous says

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    This is great because if there is a storm and you have no power you can bring them in the house safe and little children are not at danger, put them back out in the day to recharge themselves

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  62. Anonymous says

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    I did this, but glued the solar light to the rim of the lid ring without the inset and that way if the light doesn’t work, you can change it out with ease. I used the quilted jelly canning jars and painted the inside of the jars. Added a colorful ribbon on the outside of the lid. Looks great. I made a set of six for myself and six more for a present.

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    • Dianne says

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      I did the same things and even added a ribbon around the edge and painted the jars with colored mod podge.

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      • Dawn says

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        Dianne, what a cute idea.

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  63. Lynne Stevie says

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    Love this idea thanks! I think I’ll try to hang a few too.

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  64. brockey says

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    You can get the solar lights @ the dollar tree !

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  65. nitebyrd says

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    The Dollar Store lights fit really nicely on my jars; I didn’t even have to glue them. They fit right under the screw on lid of the jar. The only problem with $ store lights is they aren’t quite as bright……

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  66. Jeannie Clemens says

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    Great timing. I had an extra solar light lying on the kitchen counter so I walked over pulled a jar from under the counter, pulled off the stake to the light and plopped in on the jar. Seconds! I love it. Look for a post about it on my blog tomorrow. for what it’s worth

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    • Jeannie Clemens says

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      Here they are. http://www.creativecaincabin.com/2011/06/diy-solar-lamp.html?spref=bl

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    Just a thought…you can use them all year long. Keep them in a sunny window in the winter. I used the solar lights when my senile dad lived here and I was afraid to use candles when we had power outages. I had to go out and pull them out of the ground. No more. How cute is that to sit on the vanity when having a party. Kathy

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  72. Anonymous says

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    Great idea – but.. I am thinking that if you want to re-use the jars or use lights as originally made later – DON’T use glue – they should just ‘sit’ in the jar fine without it (or use some king or more temporary glue stuff) 🙂

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  73. Dianne says

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    If you glue the solar lights to the jar lids instead, you can change batteries on the lights if need be. It works great.

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    • Dawn says

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      Dianne, thanks for the tip, so far mine have been out for about 4 years and I haven’t had to change a battery yet.

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  74. Linda says

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    I would love to do this as we live on a horse farm and the walk from the car to the house after dark is a buggar, however we have so many animals glass would not be good. Gotta think of a plastic that I can weigh down with something.

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    • Kristen Gorsuch says

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      I’ve seen tupperwear that might be around the same size as these jars or look at dollar stores and then weigh down with the glass rocks or river rocks that can often be picked up pretty inexpensively at craft stores or dollar/discount stores. I’ve also seen a lantern looking one made of metal, from Ikea, that was made to put a candle in but I’m sure the solar lights would fit in that as well, you’d just pop off the top of the lantern and put in the solar light and then you could hang the lanterns, or even wire wrap the mason jars and hang them instead of having them on the ground.

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      • Dawn says

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        Kristen, yes I have seen them used in many ways too and love all the looks.

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    • Dawn says

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      Walmart sells the mason jars in plastic now, if you’r interested in trying them and the solar lights are also plastic.

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    • Judy says

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      Mayo jars seem to take the same size lids. Mom used them for canning years ago!

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      • Dawn says

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        Judy I used small mouth jars, they were the exact size of my lights.

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  75. Jenny says

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    I have brought mine inside when I lost power…..they really do give off quite a bit of lite, and most will stay lit all nite long

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    • Dawn says

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      Jenny, good for you Im so glad they worked out 🙂

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  76. Linda aka Crafty Gardener says

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    I just saw this idea of yours on the Dollar Store Crafts blog 🙂
    I’m making some hanging solar lanterns this year with glass bowls etc from dollar stores and grift stores.
    We have so many ideas in common, I just know we would be great friends in person.

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  77. Ruby says

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    LOVE this!!

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    • Dawn says

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      Thank you Ruby 🙂

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  78. Michelle Jenkins says

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    i bet this would be cute with the big decor stones in the jars. can change the color of rock according to the season or holiday.

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    • Dawn says

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      Michelle, brilliant idea 🙂

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  79. Robin says

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    I love this idea. I was going to make something similar with a candle, but I like the idea of the solar light. I was also going to paint the inside of my jar with a mixture of Elmer’s glue, water and different colors of glitter mixed in. Can’t wait to put both of these ideas together.

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    • Dawn says

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      Robin, brilliant idea girl they will look marvelous.

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  80. Mary says

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    I made something like this last summer and I added a palmful of the colored glass stones that you can buy the bagful at the dollar store. The stones give the jar some weight so they don’t tip or blow over easily. and the stones look pretty. You can use a variety of things inside to give some weight, sea shells, small white landscape stones, pea gravel. Another cool idea would be to use the blue mason jars they are selling now.

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    • Dawn says

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      Mary, brilliant ideas 🙂 I never had a problem with them tipping over but the dog did knock one down the stairs and it broke.

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  81. Sharron Pittenger says

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    Can you add sand at the bottom of the jars for weight? looks like there would be room.

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    • Dawn says

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      Sharron, that would be a great idea and there is plenty of room.

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  82. D Jados says

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    fill it with mineral water and a few drops of bleach part way to get more light

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    • Dawn says

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      I never knew this. Thank you for the tip 🙂

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    Some of us would like our kitchens renovated but we all know kitchen renovations can be expensive especially if you don’t have enough funds to do
    it. However, you don’t have to be an artist to accomplish this.
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  84. Anna says

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    I wonder if you could use the glow in the dark paint as well to give it some color. I was going to try doing the glow in the dark lights this weekend.

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    • Dawn says

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      Anna, I have used the blue mason jars for color but never tried to paint them 🙂

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  86. Dwight Earl says

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    I did this, but did not want to paint the jars for color, so I went to the party store and bought several different rolls of colored cellophane like you use for Easter baskets. I crumpled a different color into each jar. Instant colored lights.

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    • Dawn says

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      Great idea, I just left my jars clear for the natural look. So glad it worked for you 🙂

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  87. Paula says

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    This is a great idea! The only thing is the batteries have to be changed after awhile and if the top is glued on you’d have to force the plastic top to replace the batteries.

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  89. mary says

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    When the power goes off just bring them inside.

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    • Dawn says

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      Mary, Yes they work great for that 🙂

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  90. Tam says

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    I keep a few cheaper solar lights in a window or under a lamp to charge, , that way if there is a power outage, you have a safe, handy light source. Be sure to tell your elderly neighbors or family this idea, my elderly neighbors family is grateful for the safe hint. Now they don’t worry so much if the power is out. .

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    • Dawn says

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      Brilliant idea 🙂

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  91. Dorothy Nazzaro says

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    Do not need a bulb? Just the lid from a solar light?

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    • Dawn says

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      Dorothy, just the top portion of a solar garden light stake.

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  92. Lisa says

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    Even solar lights have a battery. If you glue the lid you can’t change the battery. But for as cheap as they are, who cares???

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    • Dawn says

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      Lisa, so far I have had them for over 4 years and haven’t had to replace a battery 🙂

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  93. Debbie Halcott says

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    I bet putting the color glass stones in the jar would also give it color.

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    • Dawn says

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      Debbie, great idea 🙂

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      • Debbie Halcott says

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        The color glass stones will also give it more weight so that it won’t fall over 🙂

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        • Dawn says

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          Debbie, good idea 🙂

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  94. Shirlee says

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    If you use the decorative jelly jars (the ones with designs in the glass – like grapes) and it creates a great light design for a table top or window sill.

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    • Dawn says

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      Good idea Shirlee 🙂

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  95. Denise says

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    Is there any issue with condensation accumulating in the jar? Just curious as I made a DIY bird feeder made with plates and drinking glasses and condensation is an issue.

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  96. Angela Rupp says

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    Fantastic idea. Having a party tomorrow will line the sidewalk. Ha v e to get up early to get to go to Wally World before the crazies. Thanks muchly.

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    • Dawn says

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      Angela, that will be beautiful for a party 🙂

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  97. mickie lomax says

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    This is a great idea but I wondering with it being glass will they bust if left outside in the winter? Do you have any ideas for the winter?

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  98. Mickie Lomax says

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    Thanks this winter I will do this

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  99. Linda says

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    This is a wonderful idea! I had been toying with using LED lights in mason jars to hang on shepherd’s hooks as a welcome, but this is far better! And what a pleasure to see all of the creative minds sharing ideas and ‘what ifs’, too!

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    • Dawn says

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      Linda, that would be darling on the shepherd’s hook, all you need to do is make a wire handle.

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  100. Laurie says

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    I have made these before using the flat-top lid of certain solar lights and just resting them on clear vases, etc. I put a candle in the bottom of the vase and the LED light makes the candle glow as if it is lighted. Much more realistic. And you don’t have to put rocks and things in the empty space. The solar “lid” also protects the candle from the rain and falling debris.

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    • Dawn says

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      Laurie, I’ve never needed rocks in mine they seem to be heavy enough to stay upright, and I love the fact that I don’t have to do anything the solar feature lights up the deck 🙂

      Reply
  101. Jeanie says

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    If you put a little round mirrow in the bottom it will creat more lummination, love your idea!

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    • Dawn says

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      Brilliant idea Jeanie 🙂

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  102. Cheryl Major says

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    What a great idea Dawn. I love your post and the fact the I have all on hand makes me love it more !! Thanks!!

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  103. Susan says

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    I love simple and clever ideas! I actually have those garden lights. I think I need to get a few mason jars now.

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    • Dawn says

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      Susan this is such an easy project to do. I’ve had mine for 4 years now and they’re still working and I leave them out in the snow and everything.

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  104. ans says

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    If you also put a few glass pebbles inside for reflection its even better

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  105. June says

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    I have bought solar lights 3 different times over 12 years, because I would get discouraged, as several would quit working within days, I even replaced the batteries, and they wouldn’t work with the new batteries, and then the ones that did work, quit working after a few days of rain. Any suggestions welcome. I must be doing something wrong.

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    • Dawn says

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      June, I always purchase the ones from Menards and I’ve had them for 5 years without any of them going out.

      Reply
  106. Monique says

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    I did this a couple years ago and added white decorative rocks in the mason jar they are really pretty and stand out. Thanks

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    • Dawn says

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      Brilliant idea Monique I bet they’re beautiful.

      Reply
  107. Monique says

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    I did after my porch was redone and they really stand out, the only thing different I added white decorative rocks purchased from the $ store to decorate them. Thanks for sharing

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    • Dawn says

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      Monique I’ve had mine for about 4 years now and so far they are still holding up in all kinds of weather conditions. I did loose a couple to the dog knocking them over, but so far they look fantastic.

      Reply
  108. creativejewishmom/sara says

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    really clever and so fun! thanks for sharing on craft schooling Sunday!

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    • Dawn says

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      Sara thank you for stopping by and taking the time to comment. Mine have lasted for years.

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  111. Christine says

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    Came in via Pinterest!
    I love this idea and have done something similar — not requiring glue!
    I stick these babies in my gardens and set globes from thrift stores on them. You know, like those 80s chandelier globes? Sometimes, the kind that have a hole in the top. I lean them towards the sun, but set the globes on straight. When I come home at night, my gardens look like they have bubbles in them. Love it! 🙂

    Thanks for sharing!

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  112. Tracee Pettee says

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    What a great bunch of ideas! I’m going to incorporate several of these ideas into the glass sculptures I make.There are many ways to color mason jars yourself, I have used acrylic paints on the insides and outsides of the jars. I have also used Gallery Glass liquid stain which is amazing and lastly, you can mix clear Elmers glue with a few drops of acrylic paint for a transparent look or white Elmers for an opaque look. Find me on Pinterest and grab some of my ideas and share some of yours!

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  114. Larry Lou Anders says

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    A while back Wal-Mart sold instant coffee in a small jar and my solar lights fit inside just about 1/8 of an inch, then lightly used my glue gun for a light but secure seal to keep rain, and other moisture out.. I put marbles in the jar half way up, added the solar light to the jar and made the greatest path lights ever. I also painted on them and they lasted through summer and winter for appx 3-4 yrs and I then retired them from my front walk way to the back and put replaced them with regular lights 🙂 Thanks for your post, reminds me to change out some other lights 🙂 Love your ideas on your blog!

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    • Dawn says

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      Larry, brilliant and what a great way to reuse the jars.

      Reply

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