School glue tinted with food dye. Roll it around the inside of the bottle. Turn bottle upside down so it drains. Takes a while to dry but after..looks like stained glass.
Unfortunately, I tried both Elmers glue and food dye as well as mod podge and food dye and tried it on several bottles, and it was very disappointing with how it came out.
I wouldn't use hot glue hot glue tends to let go after a while. And especially if they're going to be outside in the wind and moving around a lot They're not going to last use e6000 or gorilla glue or something like that
Mine keeps flaking off my noodles! I think I’m gonna try coating glue over and spray over it again. Wish me luck! This is taking a lot longer than I thought it would. Kinda Annoying
Changed mine some I used pool noodles for the foam covering and solor lights so I didn’t have to plug it in and the paint for sun catchers from Walmart/dollar tree craft section so it’s light enough for color but let’s the sun in to charge the lights so excited how it looks in the yard getting ready for all the decorations and craft ideas
Awesome ! .. i believe the insulation is essentially like pool noodles, in which case, if you blow a heat gun on the ends for just a second or 2, you can join the ends together without glue
Carolina is not the original maker of this project. The real creator should be given credit. She posted it 6 years ago. And her name is Paige hemmis and she was on the home show when she showed it
that's okay I just thought it would be good to know I love watching your videos more than anything. You are so informative and show all the steps and you are so creative. 😊 also in the original video Paige said she used the stained glass spray paint to paint the bottles I'm glad that you mentioned that that didn't work for you. It's good to know because the stained glass paint is apparently pretty expensive. Thank you for your content Isaac! We all appreciate you sharing it with us
@@IsaacAlexanderDIYguess u have to make a whole new video and credit the proper person and use alcohol inks and real coke bottles this time.... they have a pointy shape. Thank you for working out a tutorial! Pole noodles are seamless and Dollartree has green but getting cord inside would not be possible.
@Braedenfish you could split the pool noodles vertically, insert wires, and close with hot glue and a longer term glue to seal the noodles. Hot glue alone won’t stand up to the heat in Texas, especially while storing in summer. I had a wreath I made with Christmas ornaments. The hot glue melted during off season storage, and most of the ornaments fell off.
You are totally getting me in the Christmas spirit with these first 2 tutorials! 🤩 What a unique project for the beginning of the “the hap-happiest season of all”! These giant Christmas lights are so festive and fun! 🎄 Isaac, I love the energy and enthusiasm you bring to each of your tutorials. You are obviously having fun, and the feeling is contagious. Thanks for sharing! ❤️ 💚
You could try liquid food colouring and mod podge like with the faux coloured glass. Just water it down enough to be able to swirl around the entire inside, let the excess drip out, let dry, and do another coat until you reach the desired opacity.
A $1 store paper towel rack can hold the bottle and then you don’t have to hold it…. Sincerely, the woman who’s arm gets more paint than the item being created.. 😂😂😂
The trick to painting on plastic is to mix 1:4 ratio of Elmer's Glue (1 part glue / 4 parts paint) in the acrylic paint before you apply it. This makes the paint stick better and last longer. It may tint the color slightly but not enough to diminish the effect.
You need to use alcohol ink. It’s very concentrated, so you water it down some. It stains ANYTHING, including kitchen linoleum. (Ask me how I know.) You’ll find it in craft stores.
Isaac ! Good grief, you did it again !!!! I love these lights and they look so adorable ! I am a 75 + year grandma and I am always looking for new things that I can do for the grandkids to enjoy. I am going to make a couple of these sets this week and put them by the pool area for Christmas. Our pool room is enclosed so weather will not affect them. You make so many cute things and up until now, I have only enjoyed watching the videos but this one has "lit me up" ! If I have the energy I might even try to make those Christmas ball decorations, too. I'll let you know how they turned out. I don't know if I can send photos but if I can, I will. You are so talented and thank you for sharing your crafting ! Grandma from Texas
Thank you so much, appreciate you supporting me and watching my channel! You’re the best grandma from Texas I’ve ever met. These light strings are definitely a labor of love, so it’s definitely not easy, but I think you can do it! I’ll be here if you need any help. If you have a Facebook, you can send me pictures on there, just search “Isaac Alexander DIY“ on Facebook.
I feel like a hole saw and a miter saw might have been an easier way to cut the bottles. You could use a vice on the nozzle while cutting the bottom so it doesn't move, and then cut the nozzle off very slowly on the miter saw. This would keep from creating so many fumes as well.
It’s connected with an extension cord on the opposite end, not the side that the trash bin is attached to. I used an extension cord. You just can’t see it because it’s hidden underneath the rug.
I used liquid sandpaper, poured it inside rolled it around and let it sit 5 mins or so and let it dry. I bought fabric paint from Walmart. Poured it in, diluted with a bit of water and swirled it. I let the excess drip out.
My neighborhood goes crazy with Christmas decorations & each street has its own theme. Our street’s theme is “deer”. Do you have any suggestions that would be easy to store? I was thinking about backlit silhouettes made from MDF, but I’m not sure I’m that skilled with a jigsaw 😂
You could tint acrylic paint with mod podge or school glue. Or you could use epoxy tinted with pigments. And im not sure that i wouldn't put my paint in the bottle and rotate the bottle until covered before cutting. You wouldn't have anything to clean except a funnel
Hello, I have just made this lights based on your tutorial.. It look great!!! Some tips I learnt while doing so.. I painted the insulation foam with a mixture of acrylic paint and white glue, makes it flexible and black instead of green to match the black bin for the plug and to cover the duck tape connecting the tubes For the lights, i used spray paint, doesn't matter how many times you try it will not look even, so you better get used to the patched look lol I did not need to use any zip tie as I glued everything don with hot glue and duck tape.. I did not need a hot knife, I use a stanley knife to cut the entire bottom off and a hacksaw for the neck all in all I spent about 200 dollars to make it ( I am from Sweden, everything here is more expensive ). Next project, your giant nutcrackers!! Tack!
You can make plastic look exactly like stained glass by combining glossy Mod Podge with food coloring. Iit leaves the plastic a lot more transparent than paint. It's all too opaque for the "glass" effect.
I did exactly that. Originally I painted 12 bottles from the inside with mod podge and food coloring and allowed them to dry, only to realize that it did not work, and the color was runny and awful. I had to start from scratch.
What the heck? wow so cool! Anyway, I don't know how the creator did the original lights, but to get that transparent coloring, yes you can use faux stain glass paint. What I have done myself in the past is to mix super glossy mod podge and add some drops of resin color ink (this worked extremely well on glass so I know this can work on plastic). Some people have added food coloring to the mod podge, but when dried, a little of the surface coloring comes off.
@@vinceedwards575 yep, but that bucket make we think that it has some autonomy power, battery or something similar… btw he showed, spoken on video that was only too make a nice ending… I think the magic is that! Make everyone confused about power haha, after all I check on his instagram and saw it with more details…
I cut my bottles with hacksaw and hole saw. Put neck of bottle in vise or some holding device and use hack saw. The hole saw can be sized for the size of bulb or socket used. No smell or fumes and done indoors.
So sick!!! I think im gonna make this except im going to use RGB LED bulbs so i can change each light to the color it's supposed to be, as well as have effects. But seriously, BRAVO! That plug is so cute
I just happened upon your channel and I’m so glad that I did because I love this they’re so cool ! Now I’m going to watch more of your videos because I’m sure it’ll be worth watching . Oh and by the way I’m a new subscriber now ! 😊
SUPERB tutorial! Easy to follow and you make me feel confident that I could do it myself. I also love that you cover the fire hazard because I love this project, but my anxiety was thinking about the fire aspect. Can't wait to see what you do next!
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Use a hole saw on your cordless drill. They come in all sizes. Same with the plastic cups but use a wooden backer board to stabilize the soft plastic cup. AND do the waste basket/plug the same way. No smoke/fumes. Fast! Before cutting off the neck, mount the bottle on the drill (use a dowel and some tape. It's just temporary) and rotate the bottle at any speed while spraying the paint. You have some great family projects here. Thanks!
You dont know how happy i am you posted this!! I saw carolina’s video a week ago and i bought all of the supplies to make this except for the paint because i was worried about it not adhering. You definitely saved my wallet lol.
Bro, you do not know the trouble I went through with the paint. Literally, that was the hardest part of this entire project. I tried so many times to figure out what she used and dozens and dozens of people kept asking for the name of the paint, but we weren’t getting any direct answers. The paint I used is not the paint she used so it’s going to look differently. I so wish I could have figured out what she used but I think it may not be available in the United States.
@@IsaacAlexanderDIYI think iDye Poly ink dye would stain the plastic. Just heat mix it with water, heat it up on the stove and submerge the bottles. I plan on making this and that’s how I’ll be staining the plastic bottles. Great DIY thank you!
Use a step bit for the hole on the bottom and a utility knife on the top. No fumes. For the color on the plastic you can buy clear coat and mix in a bit of green for green, red for red. Pretty straightforward. ❤
The way that you get the plastic bottles to take on the color you want and be translucent you need to go over the outside lightly with sandpaper or something abrasive then get mod podge that dries clear mix your color in it then apply and let dry
I tried mod podge and food coloring originally and painted 12 bottles with it, only to be extremely disappointed with how bad it looked 24 hours later. Had to start over
@@moyerchronicles7631 no, I used the mixture on the inside of the bottles. This is an outdoor display I made, mod podge is not waterproof or weather resistant so if I painted the outside of the bottles, it would wash off with the first rain or snow.
For color - use stage gels. They're just flexible plastic sheets that generally come in perfect squares and they can withstand fairly high temperatures (commonly used before theaters switched to LED lights)
I was thinking this too and I would mix the paint with the glue and then completely coat the inside of the bottle before cutting it. Just put the lid on and spin until the inside is completely coated.
I think its better if you skip plug prongs and make a giant outlet and make it looks like its actually plugged in. That would make it more cooler and realistic. Its just a suggestion. You really did awesome here. Really cool. Thanks for sharing..
Cuz content creators make their videos early so people have time to see it and make things in time for Christmas. Can't wait until the last minute. Besides, lots of people decorate for Christmas early every single year it's nothing new. 🙃
@@Chroniclesofacashstuffingirlif you can't wait to make some stuff, just a smart tip: check all the other Christmas tutorials of the last 2 years on this channel. I don't thing you have already done all of them ;)
School glue tinted with food dye. Roll it around the inside of the bottle. Turn bottle upside down so it drains. Takes a while to dry but after..looks like stained glass.
Unfortunately, I tried both Elmers glue and food dye as well as mod podge and food dye and tried it on several bottles, and it was very disappointing with how it came out.
I wouldn't use hot glue hot glue tends to let go after a while. And especially if they're going to be outside in the wind and moving around a lot They're not going to last use e6000 or gorilla glue or something like that
I completely agree
A hole saw kit and a hack saw would be alot quicker aand neater making holes.
My biggest concern is the spray paint flaking over time outside, due to the flexibility of the plastic. I really want to make these!
I hope it doesn’t flake
Mine keeps flaking off my noodles! I think I’m gonna try coating glue over and spray over it again. Wish me luck! This is taking a lot longer than I thought it would. Kinda Annoying
You might not have any interest or already have all your diys planned for the season but I’d love to see you make a Moravian star
I hadn’t actually thought of that, but I’m not against it. 😊
Spectacular idea - well done!
Thank you! Cheers!
Where do plung it in if the plug in part is in the trash can?
I think that’s the end which continues another set of lights. The plug part is in the other end
How did u plug it up dint show how
Fantastic!
And your book makes me wish I had littles still. Congrats! And good luck.
Awesome idea
Couldn't you just use a hole saw to make the hole in the bottom
Changed mine some I used pool noodles for the foam covering and solor lights so I didn’t have to plug it in and the paint for sun catchers from Walmart/dollar tree craft section so it’s light enough for color but let’s the sun in to charge the lights so excited how it looks in the yard getting ready for all the decorations and craft ideas
Awesome ! .. i believe the insulation is essentially like pool noodles, in which case, if you blow a heat gun on the ends for just a second or 2, you can join the ends together without glue
Carolina is not the original maker of this project. The real creator should be given credit. She posted it 6 years ago. And her name is Paige hemmis and she was on the home show when she showed it
Omg no way! I thought this was her original creation
that's okay I just thought it would be good to know I love watching your videos more than anything. You are so informative and show all the steps and you are so creative. 😊 also in the original video Paige said she used the stained glass spray paint to paint the bottles I'm glad that you mentioned that that didn't work for you. It's good to know because the stained glass paint is apparently pretty expensive. Thank you for your content Isaac! We all appreciate you sharing it with us
@@IsaacAlexanderDIYguess u have to make a whole new video and credit the proper person and use alcohol inks and real coke bottles this time.... they have a pointy shape. Thank you for working out a tutorial! Pole noodles are seamless and Dollartree has green but getting cord inside would not be possible.
@Braedenfish you could split the pool noodles vertically, insert wires, and close with hot glue and a longer term glue to seal the noodles. Hot glue alone won’t stand up to the heat in Texas, especially while storing in summer. I had a wreath I made with Christmas ornaments. The hot glue melted during off season storage, and most of the ornaments fell off.
I can’t find where she made them, do you have a link?
You are totally getting me in the Christmas spirit with these first 2 tutorials! 🤩 What a unique project for the beginning of the “the hap-happiest season of all”! These giant Christmas lights are so festive and fun! 🎄
Isaac, I love the energy and enthusiasm you bring to each of your tutorials. You are obviously having fun, and the feeling is contagious. Thanks for sharing! ❤️ 💚
Thank you so much for this awesome comment!! I’m so ready for Christmas ! 🎅🏼
Coloring the bottles use a liquid floor wax (future floor wax) with drops of food coloring. Then they will look like Glass. Great video thank you !
You could try liquid food colouring and mod podge like with the faux coloured glass. Just water it down enough to be able to swirl around the entire inside, let the excess drip out, let dry, and do another coat until you reach the desired opacity.
That's exactly what I was thinking! Might look better too.
A $1 store paper towel rack can hold the bottle and then you don’t have to hold it…. Sincerely, the woman who’s arm gets more paint than the item being created.. 😂😂😂
This is an amazing hack! Thank you so much
Use a dremel instead of heat!! Much easier and safer.
Why not just use a Exacto knife?
Maybe, ¿Mod Podge with a bit of ink or acrylic mixed in? (When it dries it could be semi clear looking)
Im LOVING these giant lights!!! I can’t believe you made them!!! They look sooo Amazing!!! 😍💙
Thank you!! 😊
The trick to painting on plastic is to mix 1:4 ratio of Elmer's Glue (1 part glue / 4 parts paint) in the acrylic paint before you apply it. This makes the paint stick better and last longer. It may tint the color slightly but not enough to diminish the effect.
You need to use alcohol ink. It’s very concentrated, so you water it down some. It stains ANYTHING, including kitchen linoleum. (Ask me how I know.) You’ll find it in craft stores.
Thank you so much !
Please, where did you plug-in?
I saw on Instagram, the other end is connected to power
You could use foam board for the plug end and prongs as well instead of wood.
The Dollar tree has foam coolers that includes top and bottom!!
7-up bottles are green so you could have use those and I think sunkiss is orange. Save time on painting and money!
Sunkist, the bottle is clear, and the soda is orange.
Krylon sea glass paint sticks to plastic!
Can I just buy them from you 😭
Reusing an old green water hose might work for the ‘cord’ as well
Thank you so much for this tip! 🎄
I used a box cutter! Or utility knife and scissors to cut the bottle, caps which is much safer and easier! And acrylic paint! With glue should work
Isaac ! Good grief, you did it again !!!! I love these lights and they look so adorable ! I am a 75 + year grandma and I am always looking for new things that I can do for the grandkids to enjoy. I am going to make a couple of these sets this week and put them by the pool area for Christmas. Our pool room is enclosed so weather will not affect them. You make so many cute things and up until now, I have only enjoyed watching the videos but this one has "lit me up" ! If I have the energy I might even try to make those Christmas ball decorations, too. I'll let you know how they turned out. I don't know if I can send photos but if I can, I will. You are so talented and thank you for sharing your crafting ! Grandma from Texas
Thank you so much, appreciate you supporting me and watching my channel! You’re the best grandma from Texas I’ve ever met. These light strings are definitely a labor of love, so it’s definitely not easy, but I think you can do it! I’ll be here if you need any help. If you have a Facebook, you can send me pictures on there, just search “Isaac Alexander DIY“ on Facebook.
I feel like a hole saw and a miter saw might have been an easier way to cut the bottles. You could use a vice on the nozzle while cutting the bottom so it doesn't move, and then cut the nozzle off very slowly on the miter saw. This would keep from creating so many fumes as well.
I agree wholeheartedly! Much easier. Very cool decorations! Best of the plug doesnt even get plugged in & you have electricity!😎👍
Can’t be good for the environment either.
Or box cutter. Lol
Did i miss something? How is this powered? Is there some battery pack in the waste basket? How long does it last?
It’s connected with an extension cord on the opposite end, not the side that the trash bin is attached to. I used an extension cord. You just can’t see it because it’s hidden underneath the rug.
I used liquid sandpaper, poured it inside rolled it around and let it sit 5 mins or so and let it dry. I bought fabric paint from Walmart. Poured it in, diluted with a bit of water and swirled it. I let the excess drip out.
Add glitter to it
Alcohol ink will stain non porous surfaces. Tim Holtz Carrie’s a great line of colors.
How are they powered? A jackery? What is this witchcraft? Haha
My question too
My neighborhood goes crazy with Christmas decorations & each street has its own theme. Our street’s theme is “deer”. Do you have any suggestions that would be easy to store? I was thinking about backlit silhouettes made from MDF, but I’m not sure I’m that skilled with a jigsaw 😂
You could tint acrylic paint with mod podge or school glue. Or you could use epoxy tinted with pigments. And im not sure that i wouldn't put my paint in the bottle and rotate the bottle until covered before cutting. You wouldn't have anything to clean except a funnel
Edison bulb = incandescent bulb, Edison LED = LED bulb that LOOKS like an old Edison bulb, for aesthetics
This would make me feel like I'm in the Christmas scene of toy story with the lights.
Hello, I have just made this lights based on your tutorial.. It look great!!!
Some tips I learnt while doing so..
I painted the insulation foam with a mixture of acrylic paint and white glue, makes it flexible and black instead of green to match the black bin for the plug and to cover the duck tape connecting the tubes
For the lights, i used spray paint, doesn't matter how many times you try it will not look even, so you better get used to the patched look lol
I did not need to use any zip tie as I glued everything don with hot glue and duck tape..
I did not need a hot knife, I use a stanley knife to cut the entire bottom off and a hacksaw for the neck
all in all I spent about 200 dollars to make it ( I am from Sweden, everything here is more expensive ).
Next project, your giant nutcrackers!!
Tack!
Did you use foam instead of the rubber insulation tubes?
I am going to have to quit watching youtube. You are so addictive with your AMAZING creations! Thank you for being such a great inspiration.
Haha nooooo watch more of my vids !
You can make plastic look exactly like stained glass by combining glossy Mod Podge with food coloring. Iit leaves the plastic a lot more transparent than paint. It's all too opaque for the "glass" effect.
I did exactly that. Originally I painted 12 bottles from the inside with mod podge and food coloring and allowed them to dry, only to realize that it did not work, and the color was runny and awful. I had to start from scratch.
you make everything look so easy ✨️🎉I'm making this for Halloween 🎃 all in purple 💜 and I'm hanging to the big skeleton 💀
I was thinking of that too
You can seal the pipe insulation pieces together with a heat gun or hot enough hair dryer
What the heck? wow so cool! Anyway, I don't know how the creator did the original lights, but to get that transparent coloring, yes you can use faux stain glass paint. What I have done myself in the past is to mix super glossy mod podge and add some drops of resin color ink (this worked extremely well on glass so I know this can work on plastic). Some people have added food coloring to the mod podge, but when dried, a little of the surface coloring comes off.
Oh gosh I need to try this!
Where's your power coming from?
I was thinking the same thing
120v from the home.
He should show that, I am confuse about it too 😅
@@QueenAlexandrae Well most people know you plug in a light cord for it to work.
@@vinceedwards575 yep, but that bucket make we think that it has some autonomy power, battery or something similar… btw he showed, spoken on video that was only too make a nice ending… I think the magic is that! Make everyone confused about power haha, after all I check on his instagram and saw it with more details…
Your giant plug should be polarized for safety. lol.
🤣
Elmers clear glue and acrylic paint mixed, adheres to plastic, I've seen it used to male faux stained glass...might work for this
GIANT Christmas Light youtube video was good
Alcohol inks, they are readily available at craft stores and Amazon. They adhere to plastic well and dry really quickly
Thanks 😊
how would you apply this to the pop bottle? just brush it on directly?
@@Vickylaursen yes
You do have to work quickly as they dry almost immediately
What changes do I need to make to use it outside?
She probably used unicorn SPIT for coloring the lights…it is waterproof when sealed
That was the product I immediately thought of too!
Even if it isn’t what the OG creator used-I bet it would work well!❤
She used alcohol ink.
I cut my bottles with hacksaw and hole saw. Put neck of bottle in vise or some holding device and use hack saw. The hole saw can be sized for the size of bulb or socket used. No smell or fumes and done indoors.
She probably used alcohol ink. Did you try that?
Wow! This is the first of your videos that I've ever seen and you teach so well! Thank you for showing us! Such a fun idea!
Thank you so much! Check out my other Halloween and Christmas props that I make and hit that subscribe button ☺️ glad to have you here Kate
So sick!!! I think im gonna make this except im going to use RGB LED bulbs so i can change each light to the color it's supposed to be, as well as have effects.
But seriously, BRAVO! That plug is so cute
Great job and awesome creativity doesn't matter who got the idea first you did a super fun creation and I love it ❤
For the bottles you can use stained glass spray paint, it’s vibrant colors but sheer
Thank you so much for this tip! 🎄
I just happened upon your channel and I’m so glad that I did because I love this they’re so cool ! Now I’m going to watch more of your videos because I’m sure it’ll be worth watching . Oh and by the way I’m a new subscriber now ! 😊
Alcohol ink would work well and be beautiful. You could even blend colours for an unusual effect.
I was thinking the same thing
SUPERB tutorial! Easy to follow and you make me feel confident that I could do it myself. I also love that you cover the fire hazard because I love this project, but my anxiety was thinking about the fire aspect. Can't wait to see what you do next!
How much for the one you already made? Im serious.
use spray on adhesive and light gel acetate, its what lighting designers use on lights to get colors for stages, apply to the outside of the bottles.
Thank you so much for this tip! 🎄
Nice idea, id just use a hole saw on a cordless drill though to do the holes in the bottles.
And the holes in the plug prongs
JUST ANOTHER FABULOUS JOB!!!! Love watching your videos, you are so creative and innovative!! Thank you Isaac!! 🙏🥰👏😉
Thanks so much! 😊
@@IsaacAlexanderDIY
You’re very welcome. 🥰🙏😉
Creativity ✅
Craftsmanship ✅
Production value ✅
Biceps ✅
Eyes, nose, lips (entire face basically) ✅
Hot voice ✅
Published your own children’s book?! (WTAF) ✅
We need more [muscle shirt] content for EVERY holiday. 🙏🏼
Keep up the great work, excited to see what DIY Daddy has in store for us next year 🙇🏽♂️
Haha thanks for this awesome checklist of compliments !
Awesome content. Currently doing this build with govee lights 50ft srand 25 bulbs. Cant wait for the finished project.
Hot guy, cool crafts, what more could you want?
Snow for Christmas ☺️
@IsaacAlexanderDIY ❄️ ❄️ ❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️❄️ There you go buddy. Maybe it will stick around til then.
Use a hole saw on your cordless drill. They come in all sizes. Same with the plastic cups but use a wooden backer board to stabilize the soft plastic cup. AND do the waste basket/plug the same way. No smoke/fumes. Fast! Before cutting off the neck, mount the bottle on the drill (use a dowel and some tape. It's just temporary) and rotate the bottle at any speed while spraying the paint. You have some great family projects here. Thanks!
"Aint no body got time for that!" But it is cute.
I would think that a piece of Styrofoam would be easier and more light weight for the plug instead of wood.
Most definitely, but less durable and more prone to breaking.
You dont know how happy i am you posted this!! I saw carolina’s video a week ago and i bought all of the supplies to make this except for the paint because i was worried about it not adhering. You definitely saved my wallet lol.
Bro, you do not know the trouble I went through with the paint. Literally, that was the hardest part of this entire project. I tried so many times to figure out what she used and dozens and dozens of people kept asking for the name of the paint, but we weren’t getting any direct answers. The paint I used is not the paint she used so it’s going to look differently. I so wish I could have figured out what she used but I think it may not be available in the United States.
@@IsaacAlexanderDIYI think iDye Poly ink dye would stain the plastic. Just heat mix it with water, heat it up on the stove and submerge the bottles. I plan on making this and that’s how I’ll be staining the plastic bottles. Great DIY thank you!
@@sierranovember2479 please tell me if this works for you! Sounds easier
You could go to the recycling center to get your bottles
What a great idea!
Having these would make you feel like a toy in Toy Story for sure
You can also use pool noodles and duck tape
Oh my! This may become a family project 😊 thanks for sharing!
Can you use this outside, also the last part you put into the green plug was that end sealed on the light strand are what, great video 👍 and 🔔
The plug is on the opposite end, not on the end with the trashcan. I used an extension cord to power it, it’s just hidden underneath the rug.
This is giving me some serious Toy Story vibes lol
Realmente ficou muito lindo, mais tu poderia ter mostrado como fez pra ligar, já que ficou escondida dentro do balde, como fez pra ligar na tomada?🤔🤔.
Food coloring and elemers glue, would give the stained glass look. It's how I made faux glass windows for the Nintendo theme cat room.
It would be awesome to use this with the 12 ft tall Home Depot skeleton!
I love giant decorations. Thank you for sharing.
I'd try a hot air gun on the top to close the hole where the cap was plastic is easy to mold together if hot enough
Alcohol ink! Make your own with sharpies and rubbing alcohol. Tutorials on youtube.
I just bought a 12 pack on amazon for like $10 and it's working great.
Use a step bit for the hole on the bottom and a utility knife on the top. No fumes. For the color on the plastic you can buy clear coat and mix in a bit of green for green, red for red. Pretty straightforward. ❤
The way that you get the plastic bottles to take on the color you want and be translucent you need to go over the outside lightly with sandpaper or something abrasive then get mod podge that dries clear mix your color in it then apply and let dry
I tried mod podge and food coloring originally and painted 12 bottles with it, only to be extremely disappointed with how bad it looked 24 hours later. Had to start over
@@IsaacAlexanderDIY did you got the bottles with something abrasive prior to?
@@moyerchronicles7631 no, I used the mixture on the inside of the bottles. This is an outdoor display I made, mod podge is not waterproof or weather resistant so if I painted the outside of the bottles, it would wash off with the first rain or snow.
@@IsaacAlexanderDIYThere's an outdoor Mod Podge.
For color - use stage gels. They're just flexible plastic sheets that generally come in perfect squares and they can withstand fairly high temperatures (commonly used before theaters switched to LED lights)
and use a heat gun to get them to stick
Ahh maybe you🎉 could forgo the electrical and just use solar stake light tops( just make sure your ends of “ bulbs” point sunward to charge
I don’t see how that would work
If I can only make one thing this year for Christmas decor I will definitely be this. That turned out AMAZING!!! That plug just blows me away!!!!!
You can do it!
Why the hot knife and not an xacto to cut it all & why not use Green ginger ale bottles, or any other colored soda bottles?
If you find me blue purple and red 2L bottles I’ll do it lol
Also, in the video I mentioned why the xacto knife wouldn’t work
Food colouring mixed in craft glue for the paint !? Or stain glass paint ?
I was thinking this too and I would mix the paint with the glue and then completely coat the inside of the bottle before cutting it. Just put the lid on and spin until the inside is completely coated.
Food coloring with Modge Podge should work.
@user-db1vn4ov4l that's what I would use. Works great on plastic
I need to know how you store decorations out of season.
I built two large sheds, I have a tall deck that provides storage space underneath it (20ft x 10ft), a walk-in crawlspace, and an offsite large unit
Use green duct tape😊
no tape needed because with a heat gun it melts and sticks together.
This is so cute and would be perfect for a "Candy Land Christmas"!! Thank you so much for the inspiration
You’re very welcome
I think its better if you skip plug prongs and make a giant outlet and make it looks like its actually plugged in. That would make it more cooler and realistic. Its just a suggestion. You really did awesome here. Really cool. Thanks for sharing..
Thanks for the suggestion ☺️
Alexander I love you bro but…. HALLOWEEN WAS TWO DAYS AGO
Haha just trying to give people a head start 😂
Cuz content creators make their videos early so people have time to see it and make things in time for Christmas. Can't wait until the last minute. Besides, lots of people decorate for Christmas early every single year it's nothing new. 🙃
@@Chroniclesofacashstuffingirlif you can't wait to make some stuff, just a smart tip: check all the other Christmas tutorials of the last 2 years on this channel. I don't thing you have already done all of them ;)
@@Chroniclesofacashstuffingirl I know I’m just playin 😂
Glue mixed with acrylic for paint