DIY Mushroom Lights (craft project)

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  • Опубликовано: 18 май 2015
  • In this video we'll be making some really charming mushroom lights! Parts list and links below ↓↓↓
    Disclosure: These are affiliate links. If you click them and make a purchase from the various merchants they link to, DIY Perks may earn a commission. Affiliate programs and affiliations include, but are not limited to the eBay Partner Network and Amazon Associates.
    Here are the LEDs we'll need to make this: amzn.to/2BIZG1c
    Please note that the LEDs are wired in series on these strips, hence the 12v rating. The LEDs themselves are NEVER 12v individually, and are all in the 1.8v - 3.4v range. Also, if they have waterproofing silicone on top, just peel it off after cutting.
    Battery box for 3x AA batteries, with built-in switch:
    US eBay - Battery Holder: ebay.us/s9eyQj
    UK eBay - Battery Holder (UK / EU): ebay.us/U2VLrJ
    Silicone not drying in your plastic wrap? Try this: docs.google.com/document/d/1a...
    Parts List:
    SMD LEDs (links above if you can't find any locally)
    Resistors (value calculated in the video)
    Clear silicone and watercolour paints
    Thin wire and stiff wire
    Wood (driftwood, bark, etc)
    For this project we'll also need need the following tools:
    Plastic food wrap
    Scissors, wire cutters, and small pliers
    Soldering iron and solder
    Drill
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  • @kiwimuse
    @kiwimuse 8 лет назад +3430

    ...I am legit gonna go build myself a fairy garden right now and just live in it. Like, forever.

    • @raveenaphadnis7710
      @raveenaphadnis7710 7 лет назад +17

      Same

    • @MissxLariz
      @MissxLariz 7 лет назад +17

      Same plz make a fairy house too (well maybe bit small) xD

    • @abigail5728
      @abigail5728 7 лет назад +16

      I'm going to trick my little cousin into thinking there's a fairy in the mushroom! :D

    • @FlowDeBandoler0
      @FlowDeBandoler0 7 лет назад +5

      Same

    • @LuliLulu
      @LuliLulu 7 лет назад +23

      that sounds wonderful! and I love how organic it looks and it doesn't contribute to light pollution so we can enjoy the darkness of the night and see the stars :D

  • @h536F666965
    @h536F666965 7 лет назад +913

    Instead of using tissues and bent up antenna fill the mushroom cup with transparent silicone. Then gently push the stem with LED in. Not all the way up but only to cover the LED. Let dry. This is much easier and you get better water resistance if using in garden.
    DIY thanks for all your lovely tips and trix!

    • @MKD-dd6ng
      @MKD-dd6ng 5 лет назад +56

      They make WHITE silicone as well if you want the reflective aspect to it.

    • @KJDall07
      @KJDall07 4 года назад +5

      That's a great idea!

    • @Dragontihui
      @Dragontihui 4 года назад +6

      Wow thanks! I was indeed hoping to turn my garden into a magical forest. :)

    • @feuquegougueul1592
      @feuquegougueul1592 4 года назад

      Could you show it with a video? Thanks anyway.

    • @AshleyEllwood
      @AshleyEllwood 4 года назад

      Awesome! The LED won't get destroyed in the silicone?

  • @mattx5499
    @mattx5499 2 года назад +35

    I appreciate Matt's work to make these mushrooms look real. The attention to detail makes this project really special.

  • @Deanorama
    @Deanorama 5 лет назад +145

    No joke.. I wanted glowing mushrooms my entire life! thank you so much!

    • @TumpskyandMrsSmall
      @TumpskyandMrsSmall 4 года назад +2

      I know ha? This is worth the time and effort 4 sure.

    • @YD_.
      @YD_. 4 года назад

      70th like

  • @erikaserika
    @erikaserika 7 лет назад +1454

    Now this is quality DIY. Not those stupid rainbow galaxy everything videos you see all over RUclips!

    • @azraikezoe388
      @azraikezoe388 5 лет назад +6

      Shaina Erika what's a rain bow Galaxy?

    • @rmason4358
      @rmason4358 5 лет назад +6

      Azra Ikezoe
      It's a brexit thing for the UK government.

    • @azraikezoe388
      @azraikezoe388 5 лет назад +2

      R Mason don't "see" how that's a r.galaxy.

    • @dustinblankx188
      @dustinblankx188 5 лет назад +13

      Rainbow galaxy? That sounds awesome!

    • @marklewis4793
      @marklewis4793 5 лет назад +19

      @@azraikezoe388 eat the right mushrooms to find out.

  • @thunder8770
    @thunder8770 7 лет назад +404

    you sir are gthe eprfect example of how to correctly use youtube
    salute

    • @smoothtwh
      @smoothtwh 5 лет назад +2

      How do you incorrectly use youtube?

    • @CJ-hj3co
      @CJ-hj3co 5 лет назад +4

      @@smoothtwh well by being an absolute moron who is trying way too hard to be FUNNY.

    • @g60force
      @g60force 5 лет назад +2

      exactly how gentle and friendly to ask for like and subscribe is magical with this dude!

    • @CarnivorousPlantsAndGardening
      @CarnivorousPlantsAndGardening 5 лет назад +4

      @@smoothtwh you incorrectly use RUclips by making clickbait thumbnails, clickbait titles and upload fortnite videos that's how you incorrectly use RUclips

    • @ANGELO54
      @ANGELO54 4 года назад

      Yes!

  • @CasualInventor
    @CasualInventor 5 лет назад +35

    The way you formed the silicone mushroom caps and stems is utter genius.

  • @290katlyn
    @290katlyn 4 года назад +600

    *Clicks on video*
    me: "awww helll yeah, imma bout to make me some glowy mushrooms boiiis!!"
    *5 minutes in*
    me: "nevermind..."

    • @canvea
      @canvea 4 года назад +8

      Too real

    • @thatguysson8241
      @thatguysson8241 4 года назад +40

      You're just being scared. To learn things you have to do it wrong first.

    • @silverbat5873
      @silverbat5873 4 года назад +3

      Same 😂

    • @uniquepickles6804
      @uniquepickles6804 4 года назад +16

      give it a try anyway. itll take some time and preperation, but that makes the satisfaction of having a finished product even bigger :D

    • @mayacortez1987
      @mayacortez1987 4 года назад +8

      Thatguys Son we also don’t have soldering irons

  • @BlueLunarbeam
    @BlueLunarbeam 8 лет назад +191

    This is amazing! I wonder how on Earth you think of these things! Beautiful video, amazing project, clear & talented voiceover... Seriously A+++ grade video! I personally love the white mushrooms the best as they look like something from a fairy magical kingdom!

    • @scarr2731
      @scarr2731 8 лет назад +31

      I bet the white ones would look cool with UV LED's

    • @QuantumFluxable
      @QuantumFluxable 8 лет назад +5

      damn, yes!

    • @redresearchanalyst
      @redresearchanalyst 7 лет назад +9

      Reminds me of the nighttime scenes in Avatar, beautiful.

  • @Icouldnotthinkofanything
    @Icouldnotthinkofanything 5 лет назад +553

    I want 1000 of these so i can make my house like Pandora

    • @tallyankeegal
      @tallyankeegal 5 лет назад +14

      Imagine them set up to dimmer and strobe....Pandora's Trip chamber!
      I gotta make it now....420 that!

    • @tatvynry6978
      @tatvynry6978 4 года назад +2

      OMG, me too!

    • @lime__time
      @lime__time 4 года назад

      Who?

    • @nefariousvii5255
      @nefariousvii5255 4 года назад +2

      Thats is the best Idea I've ever heard, a splash of Greek mythology.. Perfect! xD

    • @silverbat5873
      @silverbat5873 4 года назад +1

      Yessss

  • @markpaterson6024
    @markpaterson6024 5 лет назад +21

    Liked and saved for a future project when I retire.
    I will be using larger solar panels and rechargeable batteries with an ambient light switch to automatically turn them on when it gets dark.

  • @SeungCanFade
    @SeungCanFade 5 лет назад +15

    Hey, just wanted to say that your DIY videos are honestly so inspiring. On a professional level, they are well thought out, organized, and easy to follow.
    On a creative level, they are simply inspiring. This one video makes me want to convert my spare room into a reading den. I'm going to paint the walls with a forest landscape and create bookshelves that look like the are carved right out of tree trunks.
    The main feature being a tree hollow with bedding to make a reading nook. I want to have these mushroom lights all over the room and especially in the hollow to act as reading lights.
    I want to get lost in my book as the day dims, and when I look up be transported to a magical forest of books.
    You're videos are amazing. You are amazing!

  • @daniellerichardson6029
    @daniellerichardson6029 7 лет назад +55

    Hey guys! Mine worked with a small amount of acrylic paint! A little goes a long way! I also used a string of led's with a battery pack from Amazon. It worked great, no soldering needed!

    • @Joe_Friday
      @Joe_Friday 7 лет назад +1

      Danielle Phillips Did you have issues with the silicone drying in the clear wrap? Mine will not dry and it comes out all gooey!

    • @Carebear75983
      @Carebear75983 6 лет назад

      I'm having the same problem!

    • @JamesW81
      @JamesW81 6 лет назад +15

      Caroline P need to use acetoxy silicone. Anything else can take a week or more to cure.

    • @MsPoliteRants
      @MsPoliteRants 5 лет назад +3

      Thank you for the tip! He lost me at the soldering part. I didn’t do well in the AMPS/Watts/volts section of science class lol

    • @bonnie.duncan
      @bonnie.duncan 5 лет назад +1

      Danielle Phillips - i know this was hella long ago, but what kind of led’s did you get?

  • @eldiin8478
    @eldiin8478 9 лет назад +50

    For those who may be having trouble with the Silicone they've selected and needing to know how long till it dries/cures:
    One thing that isn't explained in this video is the type of Silicone to use. Based upon a question found in the comments (How is the Silicone going to cure when it's in airtight clear wrap?) and someones kind gesture to help clear up the confusion, here is the basic run down:
    There are three types of Silicone:
    -- ACIDIC: Generally identified by a Vinegar type smell during the curing process - cures the quickest. Most of these type of Silicones are what they call RTV (Room Temperature Vulcanizing). However, not all RTV Silicone products dry quickly as they fall into the Neutral category. Sometimes the acidic Silicones are labeled as "Acid Cure" or "Acetoxy Cure". MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for Silicones that fall into the Acidic category should list "Acetic acid" either under "Ingredients" or under "Oder".. or both. It may also list Acetoxy and/or RTV on the MSDS. Can take up to a few hours to dry/cure if in Cling/Saran/Plastic Wrap.
    -- NEUTRAL: In some of the Silicone products I've researched in this category, the Odor listed was "slight", but nothing specific. One sure way to identify a Silicone in this category is to look for Oxime in the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet). Can take up to a day to dry/cure if in Cling/Saran/Plastic Wrap.
    -- BASIC: Generally identified by an Ammonia or Alcohol/Methanol type smell as it cures - cures the longest. MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) for Silicones that fall into the Basic category will more than likely list "Methyltrimethoxysilane" under Ingredients (needs to be higher than 1-5%) and "Ammonia" or "Amine" under Oder. Can take between 3 to 7 days or more to dry/cure if in Cling/Saran/Plastic Wrap.
    Based on this information, you should be able to identify the Silicone you purchased and the possible dry/cure time. Bottom line here, is that any Clear Silicone should work, but some may take longer to dry than others.
    NOTE: Home Depot does have the MSDS for each of their Silicone products, but the link to the MSDS is listed as SDS instead. This can be found by clicking on a specific product, then scrolling down till you see *Product Overview* directly under the product you're viewing. Usually you will see some additional pictures, but eventually you should see "Info & Guides", where the MSDS is located (the link to click on should be labeled as *SDS* ). Alternatively, you can hit ctrl + f (on a windows machine) to open a search, and you can enter either *Info & Guides* or *SDS* . Also, don't be confused if the name on the MSDS does not match the name Home Depot is selling the product under. I assure you it is for the same product. If you're still not sure, one of the easiest ways to verify is to go to Google or Bing or whatever search engine you use, then follow this format:
    BrandNameOfProduct Model# MSDS
    Example: GE HD612 24C MSDS
    I find the Model # by going to the product page and looking directly above the image of the product. You can also search the entire page (on a Windows machine, CTRL+F will work in Chrome, IE, and FireFox) for the word Model. You should see something similar to: DAP | Model # 08791 | Internet # 206046715 | Store SKU # 1001392668
    Not all Model #s on Home Depots website can be used via a Google search using the above example of: BrandNameOfProduct Model# MSDS. This is mainly because it's going under a different name in the MSDS and may have to rely the MSDS Home Depot provides.
    Sometimes the MSDS isn't clear on what kind of Silicone you're looking up, as in, none of the identifying items is listed. I generally skip these. If you already bought the Silicone, the only way to find out is to test.
    If you don't have a Home Depot near you, or for whatever reason want to use Lowes, finding the MSDS on their Silicone products will be different. You'll need to grab the Model # of the product, which is usually located on the product page to the right of the image of the product. Once you get the Model #, go to this website and enter it as a *PRODUCT CODE* : secureweb.infotrac.net/msds/lowesforpros.aspx. Sometimes, if when using the Lowes link I provided doesn't find anything, but you entered something like *Model **#LW012A* , you may have to drop everything BUT the *LW012A* to find what you're looking for. Once your search finds something, to the very left of the item name will be an icon that looks like a piece of paper with a magnifying glass over it. This is what you want to click for the MSDS.
    Here is a list of some of the Silicone products carried by Home Depot, broken out into 1 of the 3 categories (I don't just list the Clear products, so be very aware of this when looking over the list... I do this so one can search the MSDS and become familiar with identifying one of the three types of Silicone):
    ACIDIC
    -- All Purpose Silicone I 10.1-oz. Clear Window and Door Caulk (General Electric Model #GE012A 24C)
    -- 2.8 oz. Silicone Aquarium Sealant (DAP Model #00688)
    -- 2.8 oz. Auto/Marine Sealant (DAP Model #00694)
    -- Tub and Tile Silicone I 10.1 oz. White Kitchen and Bath Caulk (General Electric Model #HD712 24C)
    -- 2.7 fl. oz. Clear Waterproof Silicone Adhesive (6-Pack) (Loctite Model #908570)
    -- Tub and Tile Silicone I 10.1-oz. Clear Kitchen and Bath Caulk (General Electric Model #HD612 24C)
    -- Supreme Silicone 10.1-oz. White Kitchen and Bath Caulk (General Electric Model #M90007-30 12C)
    -- Silicone Caulk in Clear (Swan Model #SI01003.000)
    -- Clear Silicone Room Temperature Vulcanized Sealant (J-B Weld Model #31310)
    NEUTRAL
    -- Silicone Max 10.1 oz. Clear 100% Premium All-Purpose Silicone Sealant (DAP Model Model #08791)
    BASIC
    -- Silicone II 10.1 oz. Clear Kitchen and Bath Caulk (General Electric Model #Ge5040-T)
    -- Silicone II 2.8 oz. Clear Kitchen and Bath Caulk (General Electric Model #GE284 3TG)
    -- Alex Plus 10.1 oz. All-Purpose Caulk Clear (DAP Model #18072)
    -- Silicone II 10.1-oz. Clear Window and Door Caulk (General Electric Model #GE5000 24C)
    -- Supreme Silicone 10.1-oz. Clear Kitchen and Bath Caulk (General Electric Model #M90006-30 12C)
    -- Alex Plus 10.1 oz. White Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone (DAP Model #18103)
    -- Silicone II 2.8-oz. Clear Window and Door Caulk (General Electric Model #GE500 3TG)
    -- 10.1 oz. Dynaflex 230 Premium Indoor/Outdoor Sealant (DAP Model #18418)
    -- Supreme Silicone 10.1 oz. White Window and Door Caulk (General Electric Model #M90015-30 12C)
    -- 10 oz. Silicone Sealant Cartridge (General Electric Model #GE-55)
    -- Silicone II 10.1-oz. White Window and Door Caulk (General Electric Model #HD5010 24C)
    -- Silicone II 10.1 oz. White Kitchen and Bath Caulk (General Electric Model #HD5070X2 72C)
    -- 2.8 oz. Silicone Sealant (General Electric Model #GE-57)
    -- Silicone II 10.1-oz. Almond Kitchen and Bath Caulk (General Electric Model #GE5060 12C)
    -- Silicone II 10.1-oz. Brown Window and Door Caulk (General Electric Model #GE5080 12C)
    -- Silicone II 10.1-oz. Light Gray Window and Door Caulk (General Electric Model #GE50.08 12C)
    -- Silicone II 10.1-oz. Clear Gutter Caulk (General Electric Model #GE50G.01)
    -- Alex Plus 10.1 oz. Clear Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone(12-Pack) (DAP Model Model #18660)
    -- Silicone II 2.8-oz. White Kitchen and Bath Caulk (General Electric Model #GE281 3TG)

    • @DIYPerks
      @DIYPerks  9 лет назад +10

      Eldiin May I post your excellent summary in the description, so that it's easy to find if people get stuck?

    • @eldiin8478
      @eldiin8478 9 лет назад +4

      DIY Perks Yes, you may. That way it's easy to find and isn't buried in the comments.

    • @kjamison5951
      @kjamison5951 6 лет назад +5

      Oh you wins the internets for such a huge and helpful post!

    • @marlazvideoz
      @marlazvideoz 4 года назад +1

      Thanks for the info, I just picked up the Silicone 11 from Home Depot but now I know I'll be disappointed in the dry time so will look for your ACIDIC or Neutral recommendations. cheers

    • @eldiin8478
      @eldiin8478 4 года назад +3

      ​@@marlazvideoz Glad this info was at least a little helpful... especially now, since the info I gave is 4 years old :). But the general rule still applies. You want Acidic first and foremost, but Neutral can work -- you just need to remember the dry time may be longer.
      Kinda surprised that the link I gave above, for Lowe's product code search, still works. As far as I can tell, the info I gave about Home Depot's website is mostly accurate. When you see the product on their website, you just keep scrolling down until you see "Product Info"... then to the right of that is a box that says "Info & Guides"... and this is where it differs. There isn't a "MSDS" link anymore, but there is a "SDS" link. This is what you're looking for..

  • @Cottoncandycorner
    @Cottoncandycorner 3 года назад +77

    Just amazing I was thinking of making a mushroom with silicone for my videos, then i found this video, thank you for sharing!

  • @jjdawg9918
    @jjdawg9918 3 года назад

    With all of the absolutely amazing high tech yet beautiful projects you have done over the years this one is still my favorite!

  • @marcmanuele3404
    @marcmanuele3404 7 лет назад +393

    I wish I was smart enough to make these... I'm in love

    • @paulmyfinger
      @paulmyfinger 7 лет назад +51

      you probably are mate...,give it a go

    • @KingSharpeMan
      @KingSharpeMan 7 лет назад +42

      Being smart has nothing to do with it. Learning small skills over time can turn you into a handy guy, just like him.

    • @cordobesa89
      @cordobesa89 7 лет назад +4

      I think exactly the same but I'm gonna give it a try anyway. You can always ask for some help too!

    • @rob-smit1015
      @rob-smit1015 7 лет назад +3

      Marc Manuele really are you in love ❤️

    • @homeXstone
      @homeXstone 7 лет назад +7

      like so many of these projects this is just about starting it and sticking to it. trail and error your way to the end! not being smart enough is such an easy excuse for not starting projects like this one!

  • @jestice7596
    @jestice7596 4 года назад +31

    8:36 "I hope you've enjoyed this video"
    I OUT LOUD said to myself, "I DID enjoy your video, sir!"

  • @Wondering_Ghoul
    @Wondering_Ghoul 5 лет назад +143

    Make green ones for “Glowing Fungus” from Fallout.

    • @TattooedPink
      @TattooedPink 4 года назад +2

      YES. Just yes.

    • @SteffiMarshall
      @SteffiMarshall 4 года назад +2

      I think we are growing those lights already, in our bodies. Truth sad but true

    • @jamesmonroe7670
      @jamesmonroe7670 4 года назад

      Or the blue one

  • @paulhatzig7084
    @paulhatzig7084 5 лет назад +7

    this was one of the most immersive and incredible DIY videos I have ever seen! Your channel is RUclips GOLD!!

  • @nobodyknowsanything3906
    @nobodyknowsanything3906 7 лет назад +74

    This channel is like... DIY Goals. I came to this video expecting "Step one, buy a lamp from somewhere and get some clay" and nope! It's all solder and voltages and by the way, did you know you can make adorable realistic mushrooms out of _silicon_? Take THAT sculpy!
    I've never looked at Home Depot as a craft supplies store until now... Subbed so hard.

  • @hellocloverkitty
    @hellocloverkitty 7 лет назад +405

    Every time he says "Mushrooms" I smile and laugh

    • @racheljilek964
      @racheljilek964 7 лет назад +4

      Haha me too! I love how he says the "u" in mush. I say it like the u in "bug" but he says it differently!

    • @bustin9549
      @bustin9549 7 лет назад +4

      and silicone

    • @marlistrimborn1291
      @marlistrimborn1291 7 лет назад +2

      where is he from? it sounds very nice... "mUshroom"😊

    • @carlyonbay45
      @carlyonbay45 7 лет назад +32

      not sure what his plummy accent is but he says MOOSH-RUMS

    • @lauratolton
      @lauratolton 7 лет назад +7

      As a guess I would say Yorkshire area, it's a soft northern English accent anyway :)

  • @lukeybaby45
    @lukeybaby45 5 лет назад +40

    Repeatedly watched this for years, and it's still one of my favourite RUclips videos.
    Thankyou!

    • @casper1754
      @casper1754 4 года назад +2

      Please, get a hobby. I'm worried about you.

    • @Andrew-my1cp
      @Andrew-my1cp 2 года назад

      @@casper1754 ?

    • @Andrew-my1cp
      @Andrew-my1cp 2 года назад +2

      Same here. I come back to this video finding myself falling in love with the aesthetics of mushrooms.
      They're like the trees of an alien world

  • @chanellekirch
    @chanellekirch 4 года назад +11

    This is literally the coolest craft I have ever seen!🧡🧡🧡

  • @Ivan-rq3ip
    @Ivan-rq3ip 7 лет назад +8

    Good God, man! The amount of work you put into your videos is INSANE. Amazing!

  • @urbantuckerman
    @urbantuckerman 6 лет назад +45

    I made some! And they look cool! I made a few mistakes, they are too big, and thus too heavy and needed to be supported by some hidden pins, but overall I am very pleased. I used 20g silicon to 1g cerulean blue, and they are BRIGHT blue. I needed a croccy clippy helping hands thingy (which is used but not mentioned in the video) to do the soldering. Next time I will make the stems neater and thinner, and use wire coloured to match the silicon for the wire to the led so that it is less visible within the stem. Great video, Thanks!

    • @StoicObserverS
      @StoicObserverS 5 лет назад +5

      Excellent feedback!

    • @IWontHealYou
      @IWontHealYou 3 года назад

      I'm trying to make this project now but I'm having difficulty with the silicone. It's not getting enough air to dry wrapped up in the plastic wrap. Do you have any tips on how to get the silicone to actually dry?

    • @urbantuckerman
      @urbantuckerman 3 года назад

      @@IWontHealYou how much acrylic paint are you using to colour them? You only need a tiny amount, and too much stops the silicon from drying. Mine usually take about two to three hours.

    • @urbantuckerman
      @urbantuckerman 3 года назад

      @@IWontHealYou I believe the amount of paint used to colour the silicone is critical. Too much paint retards drying. mine usually take three hours

  • @yam-ingtonjr7606
    @yam-ingtonjr7606 3 года назад

    This is so freaking awesome- I can't believe the remarkable quality of every single one of your videos. You have added so much awesome into this world and are providing it to so many for free. Thank you for all that you do!

  • @klingonsexy
    @klingonsexy 5 лет назад

    These are amazing, both in the frugality of the construction, but also in how beautiful they turn out! Thank you so much for teaching this!

  • @zeroad84
    @zeroad84 6 лет назад +124

    Very cool video but you gotta be careful what silicone you use as the most common 100% silicone contractor stuff has a powerful acid in it that corrodes metal and if it gets on the resistors legs it will can structure failure where they snap. So be sure to wrap any exposed metal parts with electrical tape or something to prevent your wires from eroding😁😁😁

    • @ThierryC2373
      @ThierryC2373 5 лет назад +11

      Liquid tape might be the solution to isolate the metal from the silicone :)

    • @billmarsh1971
      @billmarsh1971 4 года назад +5

      Epoxy resin is a good insulator. Heat-shrink tubing also, it is designed to insulate.

    • @jesusherrera2749
      @jesusherrera2749 4 года назад +3

      U shouldn’t worry bout the acid. Acids only react when dissolved In water (or some other liquid).
      Has to be a tiny bit moist. Once it’s dry it’s no big deal

  • @gabriellez613
    @gabriellez613 4 года назад +713

    I wish I could make these but I know nothing about electricity

    • @pinstrokepw3580
      @pinstrokepw3580 4 года назад +34

      Just use an normal Led stripe ^^ works too i Made it Today and it Looks awesome

    • @MrMegakoekje
      @MrMegakoekje 4 года назад +20

      you don't have to know anything about electricity ? if you don't know about ohms law just use an ohms law calculator.

    • @thelatearthurmorgan6158
      @thelatearthurmorgan6158 4 года назад +10

      MrMegakoekje you don’t even need ohms law it just can’t be a short though the led. practically any sized resistor will work but you can always feel safe with 1 or 2 k.

    • @chungleandthebims167
      @chungleandthebims167 4 года назад +36

      He quite literally tells you the steps in the electrical first, so I'd give it a shot..

    • @aquarian3
      @aquarian3 4 года назад

      PinStroke Pw I like that idea, do you have any pics please?

  • @timfrey2358
    @timfrey2358 4 года назад +200

    I wonder if you could make a giant mushroom like regular desk lamp sized, that would be awesome XD

    • @riuphane
      @riuphane 4 года назад +4

      Yes, but you need more/better support...

    • @superfluityme
      @superfluityme 4 года назад +12

      You could using epoxy resin instead of silicone, you would need a mould or bowl of the right shape. Perhaps papier mache.

    • @riuphane
      @riuphane 4 года назад +16

      @@superfluityme while you could do that and create something very cool, I feel that's not quite the same idea/aesthetic that this provides. You can do almost anything in resin/epoxy, but the organic look and feel of the silicone is what makes this specific design so appealing. Plus the ease of simply using plastic wrap to mould it makes it much more accessible and variable.

    • @mercedesmarton3768
      @mercedesmarton3768 4 года назад +2

      But make sure that you are using either LED bulbs otherwise it can overheat. Even though silicone is good up to 500 degrees, still better have cooler light bulbs for the project

    • @TFary
      @TFary 2 года назад +4

      My name is Tim Fary. We are basically brethren.

  • @thedreamweaver6514
    @thedreamweaver6514 4 года назад

    This has been one of the most USEFUL DIYs I have ever watched. An awesome blend of technicality and artistry... AWESOME

  • @ninjaed13
    @ninjaed13 9 лет назад +59

    Reminds me of the glowing mushrooms in skyrim.

    • @deldrinov
      @deldrinov 9 лет назад +1

      Debated Nothing My thoughts exactly!

    • @IvanBoskovic808
      @IvanBoskovic808 9 лет назад +2

      Debated Nothing Reminds me of Amnesia :|

    • @Michal_S0L
      @Michal_S0L 9 лет назад +5

      Terraria

    • @ScoopDogg
      @ScoopDogg 9 лет назад +1

      Lol I thought that!

  • @NovaDragon
    @NovaDragon 9 лет назад +4

    This is amazing
    I plan to take apart one of them garden solar panel lights and building them around it
    This will make every look into the garden a fantasy

  • @fierzali6297
    @fierzali6297 5 лет назад +2

    This is one of the most creative things I've seen in a long time, and I watch a ton of DIY. Bravo, very well explained as well.

  • @jeffmckenzie7282
    @jeffmckenzie7282 5 лет назад +10

    Very creative. I didn't know you could cut those type of LEDS like that and solder them like that. Great video also.

  • @maisoonmoaaz7019
    @maisoonmoaaz7019 7 лет назад +5

    this is by far the most impressive DIY project I have eve seen

  • @makrofaguss
    @makrofaguss 5 лет назад +28

    Glowing mushrooms! This is the most brilliant thing I've seen lately! You are a wizard!

    • @TumpskyandMrsSmall
      @TumpskyandMrsSmall 4 года назад

      I love it as well. Makes me want to create a mini Fairy Land.

  • @melowvibes
    @melowvibes 6 лет назад

    Mr DIY Perks, you are an awesome and remarkable person. Your projects are amazing.

  • @2792revs
    @2792revs 5 лет назад +1

    You can also mix type1 silicone with corn starch and food coloring to make a putty that is hand molded. You can use latex gloves and powder your hand with more cornstarch to reduce the mess. Absent the cornstarch and you'll have translucent colors. Included in it and you'll have opaque coloring. Great video for a cool diy display.

  • @hsama
    @hsama 8 лет назад +6

    LOVED the video, the way you shoot and love your voice! Great work.

  • @dozerjohn
    @dozerjohn 9 лет назад +3

    Got to say, this channel set a few a new standards for DIY videos on youtube, I can barely wrap my head around it.

  • @jaybroreviews
    @jaybroreviews 3 года назад

    I literally love all your videos. So calm, explaining everything perfectly in detail and love your accent!!!

  • @jamesjuarez1252
    @jamesjuarez1252 4 года назад

    This project is so whimsical and lovely. I'd love to create these for a fairy garden. Thank you sharing your talent with us.

  • @MamaCoastie
    @MamaCoastie 4 года назад +8

    Absolutely stunning! I'll be making these for my tarantula enclosures asap!

  • @vidm96
    @vidm96 9 лет назад +5

    I always love how good your projects work/look. With a lot of DIY projects the end result looks kind of amateurish. Your projects on the other hand look really professional! I can't wait for your next video!

  • @node020
    @node020 6 лет назад +2

    I wanted to thank you. You inspired me to make those lights on my own as name badges on a event. I made approximately 30 individual working lights and it looked just awesome. So thank you very very much to do this project, so that I could look a few steps up.

  • @jenniferwylde1111
    @jenniferwylde1111 Год назад

    This is such a fun and whimsical and very creative project. They are absolutely adorable! 🍄🍄🍄

  • @lindad4127
    @lindad4127 5 лет назад +5

    Very impressed with this - your explanation and detail was very well done! I’m definitely going to try this for my gnome garden

  • @_SpreadingLove_
    @_SpreadingLove_ 4 года назад +522

    My last brain cell: yeah, let's do this!
    *math starts*
    Last brain cell: ok, bye

    • @ds222
      @ds222 4 года назад +10

      avoid the math and just buy what he tells you ;)

    • @ianhogan7163
      @ianhogan7163 4 года назад +7

      I’m trying a cheater method and buying a set of Battery powered light strings from DG, I think they’re $2 rn lol

    • @sweetchili4859
      @sweetchili4859 4 года назад

      DS2 thanks ☺️

    • @afrog2666
      @afrog2666 4 года назад +3

      Copy-Paste, or use a calculator ;)
      I`ve been into electronics since the early 90`s and I use a calculator now more than ever lol

    • @simasimson5798
      @simasimson5798 4 года назад +2

      @@afrog2666 or just go with 220 Ohm for 5V or 1K for 12V because it doesn't really matter that much. Neither of LEDs will get damaged and a little less brightness won't make any impact

  • @jarbasclareto3112
    @jarbasclareto3112 6 лет назад

    This is such a mesmerizing piece of DIY work.

  • @DSG851
    @DSG851 4 года назад

    Thank you for sharing that charming and magical idea. It is just stunning.

  • @Sycamora__
    @Sycamora__ 7 лет назад +14

    Didn't know I needed this until now

  • @hellreptile
    @hellreptile 8 лет назад +36

    I don't know why but,I feel soo emotional after watching this.

    • @logandold6894
      @logandold6894 8 лет назад +4

      so did I , thank you for making me feel less weird lol

    • @hellreptile
      @hellreptile 8 лет назад +5

      Ok lets cry toghether!

    • @Quackalott
      @Quackalott 8 лет назад +2

      Hey all, I'm a bit late in on this group hug but I have to agree it made me quite emotional seeing such evocative nature recreated so beautifully too, I've got to try this! Anyone else inspired enough to give it a go?...

    • @karenlee532
      @karenlee532 8 лет назад +5

      every one here is on their period

    • @likeastarbaby
      @likeastarbaby 8 лет назад

      +Reşat seyhanoglu wat

  • @TheStoneMansShow
    @TheStoneMansShow 4 года назад

    I made some of these and they look awesome.
    Followed this video with a few methods changed and they look cool, especially at night. I found a small hollow stump in the woods and cured it and sealed it. The stump even had some cool moss which i was able to preserve.
    Thanks for the video.

  • @okadajiiko8773
    @okadajiiko8773 6 лет назад

    You are genius. not only for electronics, but also make it beautiful.

  • @Bludaizee3
    @Bludaizee3 7 лет назад +13

    This is WONDERFUL! OMG I can't even tell you how excited I am ! My mind is racing with ideas of scenes and layouts. My heart has literally sped up lol I'm such a nerd.

    • @Bludaizee3
      @Bludaizee3 7 лет назад +5

      Silva Silva Um, no, I'm actually into making things with my kids, you know, those little beings with active imaginations ?

  • @TheMurlocKeeper
    @TheMurlocKeeper 8 лет назад +87

    Apologies if this has been mentioned before, but you know how long those comments can be! How about rigging it up to a small solar panel with a light sensitive switch, (with a wire trailing it off elsewhere) so the entire system could be better sealed against the elements and placed outside, only to turn on all by themselves come nightfall? I think that'd be cool! Thanks for sharing this. You make it look so easy, lol! I have now added to my "to do" list of things I want to try!

    • @pambino1
      @pambino1 8 лет назад +4

      Love that idea!

    • @ericmaurer6071
      @ericmaurer6071 8 лет назад +12

      There are three completely different projects involved in doing that. First, and probably easiest, is to make an 'outdoors-proof' set of mushroom lights. Second, is a solar collection and storage system to provide power, which means panels, batteries, and a charge controller of some kind. And third is the light controlled switch to power them on. You would probably want all this to be a fairly high efficiency, since the amount of battery required to run the lights determines the amount of solar panel you would need to charge them. That might get a little complex for the average DIYer, and could add up to a bit of money.
      However, those solar light stakes with a crude version of all that built into them already might be a thought. Just open them up, solder wires between the LED and the pads it connects to, then make mushroom lights using the led from the stake-light -without adding a resistor- or substitute an equivalent LED of your preferred color, and use one nearby solar-stake for each 'mushroom'. Not an elegant solution, but it would be cheap and simple.

    • @gregory9112
      @gregory9112 8 лет назад +10

      You can use a solar light strip and simply cut the strip down (or use those for the mushrooms) and connect the solar panel, which includes everything that's needed.
      silicon is waterproof itself, so I think you can use outside, but I would put somewhere protected.
      I've been thinking of this, probably I will try.
      For now I have a battery supplied brown mushroom set.

    • @techne360
      @techne360 7 лет назад +1

      You wouldn't even necessarily need to hide the panel, since they're usually black and at night it wouldn't be super easy to see ^_^

    • @jonathonfrederick2062
      @jonathonfrederick2062 7 лет назад +7

      cheap solar garden lights. $2 a piece at my hardware store. it has everything you need with just a few modifications

  • @chaqillenikita748
    @chaqillenikita748 4 года назад

    WOW! 😯 These are absolutely fantastic! I must say, I can’t wait to try this project out myself. I already LOVE spending time in my garden, and having these magical-looking my shoes dotted around the yard is going to look really amazing! 👍🏼😊

  • @stegokitty
    @stegokitty 6 лет назад

    Wonderful idea, beautifully realized; an easy-to-understand instructional lesson with extremely helpful imagery. The amount of work that you put, not only into the conception and creation of the mushroom lights, but also the tutorial video really shows. Seamless, brilliant. Love it!

  • @rahimfaiq2278
    @rahimfaiq2278 5 лет назад +3

    Wow. That thumbnail looked like a 3D cinematic, the build and photogrophy are amazing

  • @wipalo.the.artist
    @wipalo.the.artist 5 лет назад +3

    You should see how it would look if you hacked solar patio lights from the Dollar Store - you could hang a bung of these in a garden or patio to create a very cool mood. Spray some sealant on the wood to protect it from moisture - that would be awesome! Great video! Thanks so much!

  • @measant
    @measant 4 года назад

    this has to be the most beautiful diy project I've ever seen

  • @seagecko
    @seagecko 5 лет назад

    Absolutely charming indeed. No better word for it. I love the idea of making mushrooms from silicon, using clingfilm for moulding. Jolly good job there! Thank you for this charm.

  • @KrawllUnchained
    @KrawllUnchained 4 года назад +7

    Wow, just wow.
    This would look so damn nice in a terrarium
    I love it .

  • @TheWoodlandpixie
    @TheWoodlandpixie 7 лет назад +4

    That was much more complicated than I anticipated. Great ideas and one more reason to buy a soldering iron. Might just make the caps with that pointless clear silicone I mistakenly bought and put a cheapo flameless candle inside til I can do all the hard stuff.
    subscribing because you're lush. You can brighten up my day and tell me about things I can't do without slightly electrocuting myself :) thank you for the information. I love mushrooms

    • @g60force
      @g60force 5 лет назад

      not a bad idea either... you could also get hollow Styrene sheet round tubing, then carefully heat it from a distance (paintstripper of hairdryers, even warm/hot water might work) then carefully bent into shape and let cool down to cure :) for making the stems i mean...

  • @solomonjenkins9505
    @solomonjenkins9505 4 года назад +1

    I like what you've done here, not just in the result but as a whole, well done.

  • @GregJoshuaW
    @GregJoshuaW 3 года назад

    Now this is flat out gorgeous...

  • @123245kyle
    @123245kyle 8 лет назад +69

    I can't stop thinking of skyrim

    • @Krummers1
      @Krummers1 8 лет назад +3

      +Chiefn hookah I can't stop thinking of Fallout 4 :)

    • @mitzyvazquez6470
      @mitzyvazquez6470 8 лет назад

      i cant stop thinking about gta 5 :P

    • @craving7007
      @craving7007 8 лет назад +2

      I can't stop thinking about Animal Crossing...

    • @spidymistrz
      @spidymistrz 8 лет назад +1

      +Chiefn hookah Agree, I also can't

    • @frozenlicks
      @frozenlicks 8 лет назад +1

      +Chiefn hookah farcry 3 and 4 for me

  • @lili.h1813
    @lili.h1813 5 лет назад +3

    Great job!
    Beautiful creation.
    Thank you!! 🌷

  • @obscuriosities
    @obscuriosities 2 года назад

    Oh I’m so glad u have this. The generic Amazon ones are full of reviews that they catch on fire (not to mention look worse). Saves me so much extra intellectual labor ty!

  • @whatischain
    @whatischain 5 лет назад +2

    Brilliant! Thank you for taking the time to show us this project

  • @norabeckham8710
    @norabeckham8710 4 года назад +5

    This is awesome!! I'm going to make mine like jellyfish against a coral backing. Thanks!

  • @Meanne77
    @Meanne77 7 лет назад +19

    Fun and nice! :)
    (You've got a very smoothing voice and are very easy to understand for those of us whom are not native English speakers so thanks for that too :) )

  • @tsundereyoongi3869
    @tsundereyoongi3869 4 года назад +1

    I'm putting these all over my room. They're awesome!

  • @LyviaForte
    @LyviaForte 5 лет назад +2

    Beautiful and magical!!

  • @mantislife7463
    @mantislife7463 8 лет назад +5

    These would look amazing in terrariums.

  • @3bdura7man
    @3bdura7man 8 лет назад +3

    That is SO SO beautiful! Such creative

  • @robertcooke7517
    @robertcooke7517 4 года назад

    the idea is unbelievable!!!! amazing!!!

  • @melme33
    @melme33 4 года назад

    These are insanely beautiful and creative! Well done. Thank you!

  • @mariemacfhionghuin11
    @mariemacfhionghuin11 7 лет назад +157

    What would a white mushroom look like with blue LEDs?

    • @715koolgirl
      @715koolgirl 7 лет назад +48

      Probably really pretty

    • @MsBreana1998
      @MsBreana1998 7 лет назад +16

      a white mushrooms with a blue glow. or a light blue mushroom when it's lit up. one of the two

    • @paulmyfinger
      @paulmyfinger 7 лет назад +1

      check out the luminescence picture that's on digital blasphemy, looks really good

    • @lukebowman7513
      @lukebowman7513 7 лет назад +51

      cool af

    • @ihavecojones
      @ihavecojones 7 лет назад +23

      blue ...it would look blue

  • @LisaN
    @LisaN 7 лет назад +11

    "Mooshroom lights!" 👏love the accent!
    This looks like a real cute project.

  • @lucky1u
    @lucky1u 4 года назад +1

    Those are so awesome, such a fantastic idea!

  • @maskedfoxx7173
    @maskedfoxx7173 4 года назад

    I say this a lot about DIY but this time I seriously am going to make this. It would make the perfect gift for my grandparents up north house. All of the decor is nature/forest themed, it would fit in so well.

  • @keiellaart3272
    @keiellaart3272 7 лет назад +7

    Made these! So proud of my glowing white mushrooms and my boyfriends lovely fire red ones. The project was at times frustrating but the end product definately made up for it. Going to take them on a camping trip this weekend. Thank you! From Cape Town South Africa

    • @timmahh9201
      @timmahh9201 7 лет назад

      Did your white mushrooms turn out to be yellow? Mine have and I dont understand why.

    • @keiellaart3272
      @keiellaart3272 7 лет назад

      No mine are white like in the picture. Perhaps you bought Golden/off white LEDS?
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    • @Joe_Friday
      @Joe_Friday 7 лет назад

      kei-ella Loewe Did you have issues with the silicone drying in the clear wrap? Mine will not dry and it comes out all gooey!

    • @keiellaart3272
      @keiellaart3272 7 лет назад

      No, I left mine for a couple of hours and then it was dry and came off the cling wrap easily. Maybe you need to let it dry over night?

    • @g60force
      @g60force 5 лет назад

      @@timmahh9201 u for sure bought WARM WHITE instead of COLD WHITE

  • @lutacos
    @lutacos 7 лет назад +3

    I'm definitely using this video to help wire leds into cosplay armor, i also really want to make the mushrooms they are so cute, probably the most easy to follow led tutorial I've come across so far tbh

  • @duchessofdinos5712
    @duchessofdinos5712 4 года назад

    I've watched this twice now and I just love it so much. I really want to try making some but have no experience with electrical things or soldering.

  • @rkh7904
    @rkh7904 5 лет назад

    These mushroom creations are just so gorgeous.I' m going to get out the solder and give it a go.Thanks.

  • @funkyfellow4882
    @funkyfellow4882 8 лет назад +3

    It's so satisfying when he says 'mushrooms'

  • @orianasugarlights4129
    @orianasugarlights4129 8 лет назад +11

    Dear Mister Very Intelligent and Rather Attractive British Man,
    You are why Americans believe everyone with a British accent.
    Thank you. I think.
    Sincerely,
    WhirlyGirl

  • @LexTNeville
    @LexTNeville 3 года назад

    Those look brilliant. Haven't soldered for years, but I think this is the project to get me going again. I've a lovely shard of silver birch for it too.

  • @barbarabarbaradeajuria6918
    @barbarabarbaradeajuria6918 5 лет назад +2

    I love this idea. Thank you for sharing.

  • @fraumerklich1689
    @fraumerklich1689 5 лет назад +10

    Wow I've seen this tutorial so long ago, but now I finally get to make my own mushroom lights! :D They're currently in the making, and I'm really excited to see how they turn Out 😄

    • @flyingsodwai1382
      @flyingsodwai1382 Год назад

      how'd they turn out?

    • @fraumerklich1689
      @fraumerklich1689 Год назад

      @@flyingsodwai1382 Awesome. The wires/soldering was a little flimsy tho, so they didn't last long...but maybe I'm just bad at soldering. If you're too, maybe try out connecting clamps (hope that's what they're called)

  • @ashraf61
    @ashraf61 5 лет назад +5

    Thumbs up for this Nice project and your excellent explanation. Thank you very much especially for explaining how to determine the required resistors for LEDs in different projects as well as your shared chart for the approximate current and voltage for different colors of LEDs. Thanks for sharing and for everything you did in this project. ;-)

  • @Wolf-Odonnell
    @Wolf-Odonnell Год назад

    I'm actually starting the process of wiring up ARGB LEDs to do exactly this and use an ESP01 to wirelesslt control it. Ive been wanting to make this for a LONG time now and finally got all the right parts and skills to do it!

  • @smruthivaze6960
    @smruthivaze6960 4 года назад

    Whoa! Excellent diy, brilliant instructions along the video. What a sophisticated offering altogether! Love it!!

  • @tntgdh
    @tntgdh 8 лет назад +3

    great work and your narrative skills are awsome as well

  • @samuelsg2423
    @samuelsg2423 7 лет назад +3

    Brutal dude amazing work congrats, I will be try to make it :)

  • @hajerm
    @hajerm 2 года назад

    omg I LOVE this video !! THANK YOU for SHARING!!! I'm going to make some large ones for the garden this winter!!

  • @krisninamahanani4535
    @krisninamahanani4535 5 лет назад +1

    i love your voice tone and the content you made. thank you for making the videos