10 May Dollar Tree DIY Solar Lanterns

If you haven’t been in a while, then you’ve gotta RUN to your local Dollar Tree before they sell out! Every Spring they have cases of solar lights in a variety of styles and a nautical themed section filled with everything you need to make the prettiest and most Pawfect Dollar Tree DIY Solar Lanterns. 

Now this hack couldn’t be easier. You only need a few simple supplies to create a magical atmosphere for your dog lovin’ friends and family all year long!

You can grab almost everything you need from Dollar Tree. If you need a Dollar Tree alternative check out the list below for similar items from Amazon.

You’ll need…

• Glass jars
• Solar lights
• Paw print charms
• Wood beads
• Floral wire
• Hot glue gun and sticks
• Super glue

1. Take a four inch piece of floral wire and fold it in half.
2. Thread one end through the opening in the paw print charm. Then twist the wire to secure the charm in place.
3. Thread both ends through a couple of wood beads to complete the embellishment.
4. Wrap the ends of the wire around a hoop on the glass jar’s hanger and hide the wire ends in the top bead.
5. Remove the stake end of the solar light and set it aside.
6. Add a bead of hot glue around the edge of the glass jar (use both hot and super glue for a more secure fit) and set the solar light inside the jar.
7. Place lanterns in the sun to charge and watch them light up when the sun goes down!

How easy was that? Each only takes about 5 minutes to make. And in no time at all, you can make enough to hang creatively from tree branches and enhance the ambiance of your outdoor space with a soft, warm glow.

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