These DIY Hanging Lanterns Made From Lampshades Are So Dreamy For Your Yard

Whether your aesthetic is leaning more toward fairycore or witchcore, there's something to be said about adding a little magic to your outdoor space. Backyards aren't just a plot of land we own, they're an extension of our homes and a connection to nature. Filling these areas with beauty and comfort makes us feel good in them. If you're trying to make your backyard an ideal entertaining spot, twinkling lanterns are an absolute must for adding to the atmosphere. Outdoor lamps are available in most home decor and building supply shops, but if you want something truly unique it's best to make it yourself.

This simple yet beautiful DIY that will light up your backyard patio, trees, or garden. You can make a matching set or design each piece as a stunning one-of-a-kind fixture. The key ingredient is the wireframe of a lampshade. Upcycle the ones you have at home to save money, or purchase something befitting of an ethereal elven garden. Then, transform the mundane lampshades into fixtures fit for a glowing enchanted woodland.

Before you begin to light up your outdoor space with this adorable DIY, you need to collect some materials, the most important being lampshades. Instagram user, kleinebaummanufaktur, says they used their grandmother's shades for their version of this project. They removed the fabric from them and just used the wire underneath. If you don't have any old frames to salvage, Walmart carries some for $8.94. Amazon also has some interesting shapes at varying prices, like a geometric diamond design for $15.99. Once you've got a few, you'll need LED fairy light strands like the Amazon six-pack for $6.99, and jute twine, available at Joann for $5.49 a roll. Now, it's time to DIY yourself some dreamy outdoor lighting.

With covered shades, you'll need to remove the fabric to expose the metal underneath. If not, begin by wrapping the form with twinkle lights. The key is to illuminate the outline of the shade. After this, tie some twine to the top of the lamp and fasten it to a tree branch in your backyard. Hide the battery pack for the LEDs in the tree foliage. Repeat these steps until you have multiple lanterns lining the greenery in your outdoor space. The result is a whimsical nighttime world with an ethereal quality that even Tolkien would be proud of.