Sometimes I use outdoor solar lights as intended, just stuck into the ground. They are pretty this way and provide the light that I want for the walkways and decor. But other times I like to use them as decorative pieces, read on to see how you can elevate your solar lights too:
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Here is one that I used as they are supposed to be, with the pointed stake left in place and inserted into one of my garden beds. It's so pretty by itself that I included in this post 😄
This is another example of a light where I left the stake attached, and put it into a garden pot. I like placing lights into pots at different levels to add visual interest. This set of pots is in a corner area at the front of the house that has a table and chairs.
Wanting a 'statue' in the same corner that could hold a light, I thrifted a lamp and removed the shade. I then spray painted the lamp base gold and used E6000 industrial strength glue to attach the solar light (remove the light from the pointed stake first).
*When using a lamps for outdoor decor, make sure that they are heavy enough to avoid toppling over in the wind and made of something that won't be damaged in the weather.
I wanted to add a bit of light higher up on the wall, and used a thrifted metal candle holder. Just swap out candles for solar lights and you have instant outdoor lighting! This candle display had small glass cups that I removed before wiring the solar lights in place.
The lights are slightly angled rather than hanging straight up and down so that the panels can receive sunlight throughout the day. That's something to take into consideration when planning your displays because if your lights are blocked they won't be able to recharge. I've also noticed that if I go out and wipe off the panels every so often, they work a lot better. Pollen and dirt can build up on the panel surfaces preventing the lights from charging.
Here are a couple of other solar light projects I've completed; a candlestick and a chandelier.
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I hope you enjoyed this outdoor decor post, thanks for stopping by!
-Jennifer
© Studio 27 by Jennifer Adams 2025
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What a fab idea to add solar lights to existing decor. It makes your outdoor space look cosy! I love what you did with the chandelier too. :)
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DeleteI like your use of solar lights in the potted plant and on the wall. It looks great. #MMBC
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