Create a Chic Bud Vase Out of an Old Light Bulb

We love ideas on how to reuse old tech, and have blogged some great ways to reuse old light bulbs before, including some rather nifty terrariums. This project from ReadyMade adds yet another use for the old light bulb, a bud vase.

Using an old incandescent light bulb and 2 feet of 3/32-inch aluminum welding rod, Tim Park, has created a modern looking bud vase that is light on the wallet and high on design.

The project requires a few simple tools, small needle-nose pliers, 1/4-inch Allen wrench, a small hammer, leather work gloves, and safety glasses. The estimated total cost of the materials for this project is only $5!

We love this project and think it's a great way to reuse an old light bulb and get a nice look vase for a mere $5.

For the complete instructions check out Lightbulb Bud Vase.

[images Marty Baldwin for ReadyMade]

Comments (6)

I love it. I can see this being a cool wedding favor.

posted by ObliterateWasteNow on February 6th 2010 at 7:23pm
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Very creative... definitely worth tweeting! I wonder how much weight it can hold though. Possibly only for light-weight clippings?

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posted by TrendFunnel on February 15th 2010 at 7:37pm
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So simple and fun. I feel a store display coming on!

posted by EclecticDS.com! on April 5th 2010 at 8:50pm
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And yet everyone wants one!!!?
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posted by freshegg on July 10th 2010 at 12:01pm
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First of all, the design is brilliant. I think what I like the best is that the display is so subtle, you always see ugly bright blinking lights when you are dealing with energy consumption or confusing meters that are lost in the basement. Very smart and chic, thanks for sharing! best identity protection

posted by simson on July 15th 2010 at 4:08am
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I love this idea. Using old things and turn it into a new and artistic things to avoid wastes and preserve the earth. Identity Theft

posted by eddz1949 on August 20th 2010 at 2:45am
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