Recycle Old Light Bulbs into Cute Craft Ornaments
Turning a dead lightbulb into a decorative ornament is the ultimate in recycling. My Mom made a Santa Claus from an old lightbulb. It turned out great. In searching around, I found lots of creative ways to decorate a lightbulb.
Would you like to make a lightbulb cow, a lightbulb penguin or a lightbulb snowman? Scroll on down to see all the variations on this craft. I hope you've been saving those old lightbulbs. You'll need a lot of them if you're going to try all these lightbulb craft projects.
(Santa lightbulb photo courtesy of my Mom, Gail Lee Martin)
Would you like to make a lightbulb cow, a lightbulb penguin or a lightbulb snowman? Scroll on down to see all the variations on this craft. I hope you've been saving those old lightbulbs. You'll need a lot of them if you're going to try all these lightbulb craft projects.
(Santa lightbulb photo courtesy of my Mom, Gail Lee Martin)
Contents at a Glance
- Christmas Crafts Made from Lightbulbs
- Turn Old Lightbulbs into Christmas Ornam...
- Replace the Old Light Bulbs with These E...
- Other Ornaments to Make from Light Bulbs
- Make a Light Bulb Pig by Cyndee Kromming...
- Light Bulb Ornaments for Other Holidays
- Need Some Craft Paints for Your Lightbul...
- More Crafty Ideas
Christmas Crafts Made from Lightbulbs
- How to Make a Christmas Bulb Reindeer Ornament | eHow.com
- (made from a red Christmas bulb)
This colorful Christmas bulb reindeer ornament requires no painting. Cutting and gluing are the only skills required, making this an appropriate project for an after school program or kids club.... - How to Make A Lightbulb Angel | eHow.com
- In just minutes you can create an adorable Christmas ornament from an ordinary lightbulb. These sweet angels will look great on any holiday tree and will bring years of enjoyment if stored...
- How to Make a Light Bulb Angel Tree Topper | eHow.com
- Recycle and reuse items to construct this light bulb angel tree topper. Discarded items that would normally end up in the trash make for economical supplies when crafting this angel. It is easy to...
- How to Make a Lightbulb Reindeer Ornament | eHow.com
- (made from a regular light bulb)
Lightbulb reindeer ornaments are great crafts geared more towards older children and adults. These unique ornaments are made from burned out lightbulbs and although they are fragile, they make...
Turn Old Lightbulbs into Christmas Ornaments with Sequins
(Please overlook the fact that she's dressed a little skimpily)
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Replace the Old Light Bulbs with These Energy Efficient Bulbs
Other Ornaments to Make from Light Bulbs
- How to Make a Light Bulb Cow Ornament | eHow.com
- Add a fun bit of whimsy to your country Christmas decor with this light bulb cow ornament. Old, burned-out light bulbs provide a free base for this easy craft and helps keep our landfills free of...
- How to Make a Light Bulb Pig Ornament | eHow.com
- This light bulb pig ornament is easily crafted from a recycled light bulb. Add him to pigs you have collected or a farm themed Christmas tree. He makes the perfectly cute addition to both your...
Make a Light Bulb Pig by Cyndee Kromminga
Light Bulb Ornaments for Other Holidays
Halloween, 4th of July
- How to Make a Light Bulb Pumpkin Ornament | eHow.com
- Welcome in Halloween with a tree filled with light bulb pumpkin ornaments. Scan your yard for the perfect tree branch. Look for a branch with lots of little arms and twigs to serve as hangers for...
- How to Make a Light Bulb Uncle Sam Ornament | eHow.com
- This light bulb Uncle Sam ornament is perfect for a patriotic Christmas tree. Recycle your burned-out light bulbs for an easy and economical decoration for both Christmas and the Fourth of July....
Need Some Craft Paints for Your Lightbulb Crafts?
Do You Have Some Old Light Bulbs That You Can Use for These Craft Projects?
Actually they recommend changing all your old light bulbs to these new energy savings ones (even if they aren't burned out yet). The amount of energy that you save is so great that it's worthwhile replacing the old bulbs even if they still function.
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KateHon
May 14, 2012 @ 10:43 pm | delete
- LOVE THE LIGHTBULB PIG!! It is so great, as is your article! Great job here and congratulations on making the upcycling monsterboard!
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klaird
Jan 6, 2012 @ 11:13 am | delete
- I would have never thought to use an old lightbulb for this purpose. What a great idea. I really like the Santa ornament that your mom made! I've featured your lens on my "50 Craft Ideas for Adults". Great Job!
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annmackiemiller Aug 4, 2011 @ 9:36 am | delete
- I've come back to tell you I sprinkled some angel dust and it will feature on my new Guide of Christmas and New Year when it is update.
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- great ideas - thanks for sharing
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WildFacesGallery
Dec 17, 2010 @ 9:52 pm | delete
- Very cute and clever. We switched every bulb already with the exception of two drafting table lights at the gallery. So not sure I have any to try this on. But the intro Santa was really cute. :)
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