Lighting for the DIY Challenged

Decorating for an outdoor wedding? DIY challenged? Believe me, anyone can pull this one off! And best of all, it costs next to nothing.  Use mismatched mason jars and votive candles to create this simple look that lights up your space.  It's cheap, cleans up easily and looks thought out and beautiful.  Photo courtesy of Apartment Therapy.

DIY Hurricane Lanterns in Pretty Pastels

Looking for an easy DIY lighting project for your wedding? Make hurricane lanterns out of kitchen graters.  This DIY lighting design by Donna Hay is easy to make and inexpensive.  You don't even need to buy new graters, just haunt you local thrift store or garage sales for 'grate' buys.  Pick up some pastel color spray paint and some candles and your hurricane lanterns are complete.  This DIY project is so fast and easy that even the most DIY challenged bride can make them without breaking a sweat.  This project has all the qualities I love in a DIY project, it's easy, inexpensive and looks great.  These are perfect for your outdoor wedding or for a kitchen shower.  Just don't use them later to grate your veggies!