Skip Traditional Porch Lights: This Dollar Tree DIY Is Perfect For Fall
Many of us look for outdoor fall decorating ideas even before the weather has begun to cool. According to a Farmers' Almanac reader survey, fall is Americans' most adored season — so it's no wonder people enjoy finding ways to soak it in. This time, why not put the focus on creating DIY autumn-themed porch lights? Lighting is especially essential as the nights start to roll around quicker, but traditional fixtures aren't the only option. Dollar Tree carries items that can be transformed into festive, glowing orbs, perfect for hanging on a porch. The project involves supplies like planters, string lights, and adorable little pumpkins, too.
Luckily, it's easy to make these fall porch lights — an idea that was shared on hometalk's social media channels. Start by picking up two of Dollar Tree's Garden Collection Hanging Wire Baskets. Combined, they are what end up giving the piece its globe shape. You'll need two per light. Grab some leafy garland and artificial moss as well. Next, select a handful of Wood-Patterned Harvest Pumpkins from Dollar Tree's seasonal section, which come in various shapes and colors. Lastly, the DIY requires one strand of battery-operated lights per decoration. If you prefer the ease of using a remote, there plenty of choices on Amazon, like these Mlambert Fairy Lights.
Here's how to turn Dollar Tree products into a charming fall porch light
Begin by laying your supplies on a surface to complete this DIY fall decor idea. Unclip the chains from the hanging planter baskets and set them aside (you'll need one of them later). Place the baskets together to form a globe, then attach them using cable ties or wire. Now, take your leafy garland and weave it through the bottom basket's wire bars until it's fully decorated. Time for the lights. Wrap them all around the globe, weaving the strand in and out of the wire bars as well. Nestle some moss inside the piece so it's sitting inside the garland-covered basket.
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The next step is up to you. Paint the pumpkins a fresh new color if there's one you prefer. Or, skip the makeover and simply plop a few onto the moss. Clip one of the chains onto the globe's top, which you'll be able to use for hanging. Your cute autumn light is finally complete. Find a good spot for it on your porch and hang it from a hook or nail. While the globe will look neat during the day, it'll really turn magical once the sun goes down. Simply turn the fairy lights on and you'll have an illuminating, fall decor piece.
As they say, the more the merrier. If you do in fact make multiple orbs, it'll boost the cozy, autumn ambiance on your porch. You can even put your own twist on them, like swapping out the pumpkins for pinecones or faux apples. To make them extra festive, consider using TingMiao Halloween Orange Fairy Lights instead of traditional white bulbs. Although there are different meanings behind porch light colors, this is one that'll let everyone know you're super excited about the season, too.