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DIY Alien Nightlight


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  • Author: rosalind-chef-2
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 nightlight
  • Diet: N/A

Description

Craft a fun and whimsical DIY Alien Nightlight that blends creativity and functionality, serving as a gentle nightlight while inspiring imagination.


Ingredients

  • Empty glass jar or old lamp shade
  • Green or purple paint (acrylic or spray paint)
  • LED tea light or small LED bulb
  • Googly eyes
  • Black marker
  • Glue (hot glue or craft glue)
  • Optional: glitter or glow-in-the-dark paint
  • Paintbrush (if using acrylic paint)

Instructions

  1. Clean the jar until it is dry.
  2. Apply a coat of green or purple paint on the exterior and let it dry completely. Optionally, add glow-in-the-dark paint.
  3. Glue googly eyes onto the jar once the paint is dry.
  4. Draw a mouth and additional details, like antennas or spots, with a black marker.
  5. Insert the LED tea light into the jar, ensuring it is secure.
  6. Test the light to ensure it shines properly, adjusting if necessary.

Notes

Experiment with different colors and textures for a unique alien! Ensure to use LED lights for safety.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Craft
  • Method: DIY
  • Cuisine: N/A

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 nightlight
  • Calories: 0
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg