Are you DIY-ing a room in your home – or every single one? Well, then you aren’t going to want to overlook the lighting fixtures. This is often something that people notice, without realizing that they do. It is a great way to make a subtle change in a room’s decor – also while keeping your DIY budget well under control.
We’re going to address the biggest challenge in DIY-ing your lighting fixtures first: you’re working with lighting, which is electricity. So quite frankly, there is no room for error. If you get excited about doing one of these DIY projects, but you’ve never created a DIY basic lamp or done anything with wiring, we highly recommend you ask a more knowledgeable DIY buddy for a helping hand. Buy them lunch for the day and offer to assist them on a future DIY project in any way you can. It will really be well worth your while!
Here are 40 terrific lighting projects for you. What will please you the most is that we’ve found lots of variety in the decor styles here. So there are traditional, contemporary, vintage, eco-friendly, modern and some that are truly unique. There is certainly 1 (or more!) we know that will encourage you to DIY a lighting fixture for your home.
Happy DIY-ing!
Master Makeover: A DIY Chandelier Transformation
Want to make your light fixture look better? Try this DIY.
From JennaSueDesign
Easy DIY Pendant Light How To
Want a modern style fixture? Look at this DIY.
From HomeDepot
Awesome DIY Inspiration: Hanging whisk tea light candle holder votive
Love to cook? These light fixtures could be perfect for you.
From ADesignerLife
DIY DRUM SHADE CHANDELIER
Love drum shades? Look at this DIY.
From ThriftyDecorChick
Openwork Cube Pendant Light
Want a great looking light fixture? Take a look at this one.
From VintageRevivals
The Snow Pendant Light
Like the rustic look? Take a look at this light fixture.
Rustic Light Fixture
Love the rustic look? Take a look at this fixture.
From Etsy.com by AleshkaDesignShop
White Birch Creative Hanging Light Fixture
Have a special event coming up? Try this DIY for a pretty light fixture.
From Instructables
Clustered Pendant Lights
Doesn’t this look great? A modern light fixture.
From Etsy.com by HangoutLighting
Pentagon Light Fixture
Want a unique light fixture? Try this DIY.
From Instructables
DIYable: top hat lighting
Want fancy lighting? Try this top hat one.
From MrKate
Mid Century Bamboo Rattan slatted shade hanging light fixture
Want something a bit retro? Try this fixture.
From Etsy.com by MyRetroRecollections
Edison Bulb Pendant Light Fixture
Want a fixture that looks a bit vintage? Try this DIY.
From Instructables
DODECAHEDRON LIGHT FIXTURE
Want a great looking light fixture? Try this fun DIY.
From Instructables
Small Spades 12” Warm White Glow Modern Ceiling Hanging Light Fixtures
Doesn’t this look like a flower? Truly a standout light fixture.
From Etsy.com by Akari Lanterns
Tulle pendant lamp
Want a pretty light fixture? Try this one.
From CraftyNest
Lighting hanging chandelier
Modern and so pretty. A great chandelier.
From Etsy.com by rachelnadlerceramics
How to Make a Chandelier Using Plastic Spoons
Want an eco-friendly light fixture? Try this one.
From TecheBlog
Mobile Chandelier
What a great looking light fixture! It reminds us of a constellation in the night sky.
From Etsy.com by MODCREATIONStudio
diy project: aunt peaches’ straw cluster chandelier
Want a unique lighting fixture? Take a look at this DIY.
From DesignSponge
Wood Pendant Light
Love geometric light fixtures? Take a look at this one.
From Etsy.com by DEZAART
UPCYCLE A VANITY LIGHT STRIP TO A HANGING PENDANT LIGHT
Want a great looking light fixture? Take a look at this one.
From Remodelaholic
D.I. Why? Orb-lando
Like orb fixtures? Why not make this one?
From Hommaker
Bubble Chandelier
Want a modern light fixture? Try this one.
From MarthaStewart
DIY: Ljusslinga med lampskärmar * Lamp shades on a string
Want a fun light fixture. You could DIY this one.
From RebeccasDIY
How to Make a DIY Capiz Shell Chandelier
Love capiz shells? Look at this lovely light fixture.
From PigAndPaint
Bamboo orb pendant lights
Like orb light fixtures? Try this fun DIY.
From CraftyNest
DIY Chandelier From Wood Beads
Want a unique chandelier? Try this DIY.
From DesignerTrapped
diy project: sculptural paper orb lights
Want a really stunning light fixture? Take a look at this DIY.
From DesignSponge
Hula Hoop Chandelier
Want a unique light fixture? Try making this one – with a hula hoop!
From SarahOnTheBlog
Two paper lanterns flowers and pom poms
Love paper lanterns? Try this great DIY hack.
From CraftyNest
DIY Globe Hanging Light
Here is a fun light fixture. Great for a kids’ room.
From TheBraveLife
DIY Crystal Chandelier
Love a classic chandelier? Try this DIY.
From LaLaLisette
HOW TO MAKE A WAX PAPER CAPIZ SHELL CHANDELIER
Want a capiz shell fixture, but don’t have the shells? Here is an option.
From DecorAdventures
DIY Drum Light Makeover
Want a light fixture that gets lots of compliments. Look at this one.
From DesignerTrapped
DIY Crystal Chandelier
Like crystals? Take a look at this DIY project.
West Elm Knock Off ~ DIY Bentwood Pendant Tutorial
Love the West Elm style? Give this DIY fixture a try.
From DesignerTrapped
DIY FLOWER CHANDELIER
Love flowers? Try this DIY projects.
From Cupricks
CHANDELIER PLANTER TUTORIAL
Here’s a beautiful planter. The perfect way to greet guests to your home.
From GardeningDreams
DIY Orb Chandelier
Want a modern style light fixture? Take a look at this orb style one.
From WhatsUrHomeStory