You do not know where to put a burned out lamp? Don’t rush to throw it away, you have a future masterpiece in your hands, delighting your guests and making them envious.
A burnt-out bulb, it would seem, is absolutely useless object, the straight road to the trash. But do not hurry to take this step – in the hands of needlewomen a light bulb turns into unrecognizable handicrafts, worthy of decorating a luxurious interior. Be inspired by the suggested ideas and try to repeat at least the simplest of them. You are sure to succeed! So, what can be made from a light bulb with your own hands, and where to find this craft for use in the house?
The bulbs make incomparable Christmas decorations, in which it is difficult to recognize the outdated lighting fixtures. First, the lamp is covered with a solid layer of acrylic paint, and then use different techniques of painting, decoupage, decorating with small buttons, panettes and sequins.
Finished toys are decorated with knitted “clothes”, completing the image of the chosen character. If the cap will serve as a loop, it is glued to the base.
In the same technique, you can make a toy out of a light bulb for decorating. For example, turn lamps into pears or avocados, funny clowns and puppets. Just do not forget about the fragility of the products, do not give them to children and keep them in inaccessible places.
The shape of the bulb disposes to the fact that it is beautifully decorated. Various kinds of needlework are suitable for this purpose. The easiest way is to beautifully wrap the base with rope. If you know how to knit, crochet the shape.
Very attractive handicrafts are obtained if you wrap the lamp with macaroni and paint. No less spectacular decor awaits you if you try to make a craft from a lamp of coffee.