Mason Jar Solar Light

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Author: Sara

Start by cutting your tissue paper into small squares.
Because I wanted my light or lantern to be pretty bright when lit, I chose to cut up more of the pieces with the design on them since the paper was white, and then accented with pieces of the darker blue and green.
Get out your Mod Podge and start painting the inside of the mason jar, working on one area at a time, gluing your tissue paper pieces in place. Get creative!
Continue until the entire jar is covered and feel free to pat down any loose tissue pieces with a little more Mod Podge just for good measure! Here's the part where you need to walk away for a bit to let your jar dry.
I took a couple of the solar lights apart like shown here and placed the top of the light (the round part) into the opening of the jar.
When the inside of your jar is dry, take apart the solar light and fit the top of the light into the opening of the mason jar

Creative Tissue Paper Selection: Experiment with different colors and patterns of tissue paper to create a unique and personalized design for your Mason jar solar light. Mix and match colors that complement each other, or choose a theme that fits the ambiance you want to create. Cutting up more pieces with designs can enhance brightness when the light is illuminated, adding to the visual appeal of the finished lantern.
Thorough Application of Mod Podge: Use Mod Podge to adhere the tissue paper squares to the inside of the Mason jar. Apply the Mod Podge with a paintbrush in small sections, working on one area at a time to ensure thorough coverage. Press the tissue paper pieces firmly onto the jar's surface, smoothing out any wrinkles or bubbles as you go. Consider adding an extra layer of Mod Podge over the tissue paper once it's all in place to seal it securely and enhance its durability.
Secure Solar Light Placement: Disassemble the outdoor solar light and carefully insert the top part (the round section) into the opening of the Mason jar once the Mod Podge has dried completely. Use super glue or another heavy-duty, waterproof adhesive to secure the light in place, ensuring it remains stable and functional. Test the light to make sure it turns on properly before displaying your Mason jar solar light in your outdoor space.