- selection of glass jars
- lengths of copper or brass wire
- 20- and 22-gauge tie wire
- vise, pliers, thick screwdriver
- drill and cup hook
- measuring tape
- candles, sand
- glass paints, paintbrush
TIN CAN LIGHTS
INSTALL A DIMMER SWITCH
ROLLED CANDLES
Whether you're creating atmosphere for a summer garden party, or brightening your porch on a dark winter evening - outdoor lighting can add a magical element to your night. It doesn’t have to involve expensive equipment or complex installations. With a little imagination, you can create gentle luminescence with your own festive lights, made from simple, everyday materials.
 |  | DIFFICULTY:  ratings key CAPTION: Create a glow with homemade lights. |
Measure circumference of jar neck, add 3 inches, and cut a piece of copper wire to this length. Bend the wire around the jar neck to form a loose circle and use pliers to hook the two ends securely together. With a screwdriver, twist the wire to form two eye loops on opposite sides of the jar.
