12 DIY Light Fixtures For Your Home

Even though lighting may not seem like a very important part of your home’s design, it can actually have one of the biggest impacts. Like it or not, bad lighting can totally ruin a space and make it seem less appealing than it actually is! Luckily, achieving proper, effective, and stylish lighting in your home is super easy to do and is one of the easier ways to give it a makeover.

The next time you find yourself in need of a new light fixture but can’t stand the thought of dishing out hundreds of dollars on something from your local hardware store, take inspiration from the list below. It covers 12 simple ways to create unique, affordable lighting that packs a punch and gives your home the facelift it deserves.   

1. Barn Pulley

According to the DIYer responsible for this farmhouse-inspired project, “no fancy tools or special skills are necessary” to recreate it! Yay!

2. Wood Bead Chandelier

A bit of patience, along with an assortment of wooden beads, are required if you want to DIY yourself one of these beautiful chandeliers.

3. Crystal Garland Cover

Even the ugliest, most outdated ceiling fixture can be saved with this simple tutorial!

4. Orb Chandelier

If a premade orb chandelier is too expensive for the budget you are working with, try combining an empty orb with a secondhand chandelier instead. A bit of spray paint turns these two pieces into one fabulous, modern accent piece.