16 Creative Ways To Re-use Old Light Bulbs You Never Thought Of

 

Although light bulbs last many, many hours, chances are, you'll still be changing a fair few over the years. Why not 'upcycle' them? You can transform old light bulbs into a myriad of different wonderful things. From decorations and crafts, to miniature vases or even a teeny weeny ecosystem. These are great little projects that can save you money instead of buying fancy items for your home! Check out these 16 creative ways to re-use old light bulbs.

 

Make a snow globe.

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etsy

 

Make a unique candle stick holder.

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popsugar

 

Decorate a plain lamp with recycled light bulbs, like this: 

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momtastic

 

Make a cool Xmas wreath out of old used up bulbs.

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davison


Cute crafty bumble bees.

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labotiga

 

Light bulb spice rack.

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alternativeconsumer

 

Make miniature vases from your old light bulbs.

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studentwire

 

Christmas tree ornaments can easily be made from old light bulbs.

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artfire

 

Smaller bulbs can make great necklaces.

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ironoxidedesigns

 

Get creative and crafty and make a crazy light bulb spider.

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etsy

 

Hanging light bulb flowerpot. 

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danielledly

 

 

Light bulb pear crafts.

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toddlinsay

 

Use old light bulbs as match stick holders.

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etsy

 

Make an oil lamp.

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homespothq

 

Create a miniature ecosystem.

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becoration

 

Turn your old light bulbs into these gorgeous mini hot air balloons.

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etsy

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