{"id":29324,"date":"2017-06-27T02:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-06-27T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com?p=29324&#038;preview=true&#038;preview_id=29324"},"modified":"2025-03-16T03:21:27","modified_gmt":"2025-03-16T03:21:27","slug":"diy-solar-lamp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/2017\/06\/27\/diy-solar-lamp\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Quickly Turn an Old Lamp or Candlestick Holder into a Solar Lamp"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29330\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-SQ.png\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"630\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29191\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/blank630x20.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"20\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">If you&#8217;re wanting to be a bit more energy conscious, making a solar lamp is a great start and it&#8217;s so easy using the outdoor solar path lights you can get from the dollar store! We made two of them, one using an old electrical lamp we had and another using a wood candlestick that we bought a small lampshade for. They both turned out beautiful and work great as the photos show.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">We&#8217;re all about saving money so make sure to check out some of our other fun ideas for low cost decor such as <a href=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/2015\/09\/24\/frugal-diy-bedroom-decorating-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Frugal DIY Bedroom Decorating Ideas<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/2016\/05\/19\/classy-living-room-ideas-on-a-budget\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Classy Living Room Ideas on a Budget<\/a>. You&#8217;re bound to find something to spur your imagination!<\/p>\n<h1>Solar Lamp Supplies<\/h1>\n<p>DIY ON PATH LIGHTS: You can buy these at the Dollar Store. Walmart, Lowes and other hardware stores also carry them. You want the cheap plastic ones.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-29361\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/screenshot525-Jun.-27-06.57-1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"165\" height=\"172\" \/><strong>OLD REGULAR LAMP SUPPLIES<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Old electric lamp<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2u9Gy7r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LED Plastic Path Light<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Spray Paint<\/li>\n<li>Lamp shade if needed (Must be the Slip UNO Fitter style)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3lqNyux\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hot Glue<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2rUAI9k\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wire Cutters<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>CANDLE STICK LAMP SUPPLIES<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wood Candle Stick<\/li>\n<li>Lamp Shade (Must be the Slip UNO Fitter style)<\/li>\n<li>Hand Saw<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2u9Gy7r\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LED Plastic Path Light<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3lqNyux\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hot Glue<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>**TIP: Spray your lampshades in Scotch Guard in order to protect them from the elements and keep them looking great!**<\/p>\n<h1>Instructions<\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Gather your supplies.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29331\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-4.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Begin by opening the solar lights.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29332\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-1.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Remove the pull tab so that the solar light is active.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29333\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-2.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Remove the light portion of the solar light from the ground stake.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29334\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-3.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/><\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Electrical Lamp to Solar Lamp<\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Remove the bottom of the lamp.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29335\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-5.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Cut the power cord and remove it from the lamp.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29336\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-6.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Replace the bottom of the lamp.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29337\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-7.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Spray paint the lamp in the color of your choice.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29338\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-8.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"670\" \/>If the lamp has a harp to hold the shade, remove it.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29339\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-9.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Place on the slip UNO fitter lamp shade.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29340\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-10.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Fill the base of the socket with hot glue.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29341\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-11.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\" \/>Insert the light portion of the solar light into the hot glue.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29342\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-12.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Once dry, place outside on your patio for beautiful decor and a cozy evening light!<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29343\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-13.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/><\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Candle Stick to Solar Lamp<\/h1>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Gather your supplies.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29344\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-14.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>If needed, use a hand saw to remove the plug at the base of the solar light.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29345\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-15.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Place a ring of hot glue around the center of the candle stick.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29346\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-16.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Rest the slip UNO fitter lampshade onto the ring of hot glue and let dry.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29347\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-17.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Apply additional hot glue to the top of the slip UNO fitter lampshade ring in order to secure the solar light.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29348\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-18.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/>Place the solar light onto the ring. \u00a0Let dry.<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29349\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-19.jpg\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"422\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29350\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-20.png\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"1200\" \/> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-29351\" src=\"http:\/\/ourpeacefulplanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/Solar-Lamp-DIY-21.png\" alt=\"You can turn a candlestick or an old lamp into a solar lamp quick and easy by following these simple directions. It\u2019s a great way to save energy!\" width=\"630\" height=\"1066\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-34047\" src=\"https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/SolarLightP.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"630\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/SolarLightP.jpg 630w, https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/SolarLightP-158x300.jpg 158w, https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/SolarLightP-538x1024.jpg 538w, https:\/\/craftyourhappiness.com\/abode\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/SolarLightP-600x1143.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re wanting to be a bit more energy conscious, making a solar lamp is a great start and it&#8217;s so easy using the outdoor solar path lights you can get from the dollar store! 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