Mason jars are one of the best jars in their kind of jars. We all know that they are one of the most useful and probably the best kind of jars that we have today. You can make numerous different things using these jars. Once they have become old or you do not need them for the purpose you had bought them for, you can use or utilize them in various different ways and places. They are one of the few jars which have their utility practically everywhere and in various different forms. By just being a little creative and unique you can have an interesting creation of your own with the help of a mason jar. You can transform them completely easily. One can make gorgeous lights using mason jars. It is not difficult to make lights using them. You can come up with stunning creations. By following these simple steps you can have an amazing mason jar light for yourself.
The Steps To Make A Gorgeous Light Using The Mason Jar Have Been Mentioned Below
First Step
In the step you will need to know all that you need to make a stunning mason jar light. Till you do not gather and accumulate the required things, you will definitely not be able to proceed further. So, firstly we begin with the things that you will require. You will need mason jars. The number of mason jars will entirely depend on the number of lights your fixture has. If you are working on more than one fixture, then see beforehand on the number of jars you may need. Next, you need to make sure that no lights are attached to the fixture and if they are, remove them. You will also need bronze spray paint, which is oil rubbed. A screw driver, hammer , a sharpie and nail for fixing the light or lights.
Second Step
In this step you will have to make sure and check that the fixtures are ready to use. In case, they are not ready you will need to remove the lights or bulbs and the shades attached to the fixture. If there is any other problem make sure you tend to it and be sure that the fixture is in a working and usable condition.
Third Step
Now take off the fixture and paint is using the bronze spray. Be careful while doing this step. The paint shall be sprayed evenly and properly. You may have to give two to three coats of the bronze spray to the fixture, to make sure it looks nice. You will have to decide whether the fixture needs another coat of paint or not.
Fourth Step
You will have to let the paint on the fixture dry in this step. In the meanwhile, you will have to start the work on the mason jar. It is important to locate the centre of the mason jar in this step. You will primarily have to locate the it using the sharpie. So, once you do that, you will proceed further.
Fifth Step
Once the centre is locate, you will draw a perimeter around it. Using a nail and the hammer, you will have to carve it out properly. sometimes, this may require a lot of effort and sometimes it can be done easily. This usually depends on the cover of the jar. You may need a screwdriver here. It makes things and your work a little easier.
Sixth Step
Once the earlier mentioned steps are done and your painted fixture is completely dry, you will proceed further. Now you will have to place and fit the cover ring on the fixture. So, make sure that the cover has also been painted and is dry to use.
Seventh Step
Now you will use the bulb to fit it ill the area well. You can use a light or a bulb of your choice. Coloured lights, white lights or LED lights can be used. It is entirely your choice. This mainly depends on the interiors of your room.
Eighth Step
Once the light has been fitted well in the fixture area, you will fit in the mason jar in it. You can do various interesting things and designs on the jar or cover it with coloured paper. It is your choice and idea. The mason jar can be entirely your creation. You can also use the plain jar without working on it. So, once the jar is ready you will have to fit it in the fixture. Once all the things are set, just check and use your mason jar light.
These are a few simple and easy ways of working on your mason jar for making a light out of it. It is interesting and fun. Moreover, you can easily make it at home.
