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DIY Colorful LED Camping Light

7/23/2018

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I love outdoor lighting. Solar lights. String lights. Tiki torches. Even campfires and fireworks if those count! There’s just something magical about it. I like the intimate vibe it adds to exterior spaces.

My in-laws just purchased a camper and have enjoyed a summer full of adventures. I wanted to make my mother-in-law something for their camper/campsite for her birthday. She also enjoys outdoor lights, so I thought a colorful LED camping light to set outside their camper would be a great gift!

Here’s what you need to make your very own:
  • 2 Color Changing LED Puck Lights with Remote Control
  • 2 Adhesive Strips (if your lights don’t come with these)
  • Batteries (if your lights don’t come with these)
  • 1 Clear Plastic Container with Lid (a container that is frosted or has a texture that will manipulate the light will work best; item linked is similar to what I bought - Menards has these in-store for much cheaper)

​Making this light is super easy and inexpensive. First, get your lights ready. The ones I purchased came with batteries and two large, double sided adhesive dots. Insert the batteries and stick an adhesive strip to the bottom of each light. Remove the lid of your container and secure the lights to the bottom.
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​Test your remote to make sure everything works! Try turning the lights on and off, changing colors, and changing themes. I ended up making two camping lights and the great thing about the puck lights I used was that one remote could control all four lights, even though each set of two came with their own remote. 
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​Once you have the lights in place and you know they work, place the lid back on the container. You’re done! It’s time to enjoy. These would be perfect for camping, outdoor décor at home, and even indoor décor if you want to add lighting to a small nook or vignette. 
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Outdoor Summer Vignette Ideas

7/6/2018

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I love decorating outdoors for Summer because it mostly entails lots of flowers!

Here are a few vignettes and flower arrangements I pulled together this season to make the exterior of our home warm, inviting, and colorful.
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Don't mind the browned edges. I'm not a fan of weed whacking...so I use weed/grass killer around these types of areas! I just applied the spray, so this is an "in progress" shot.
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I'm not a huge fan of our septic tank covers, so tried to pretty them up with some flowers and mulch!
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I love me a good solar light AND Zinnias!
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This is right next to our LP tank. I wanted peoples' eyes to be drawn to the vignette vs. the unsightly tank.
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I love the pop of green against this red building. I'm excited for this to climb up the entire side. This is a Honeysuckle vine.
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If it holds dirt, I'm probably going to make it into a planter!
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