HooplaKidz HowTo Season 1 Episode 62 Glass Bottle Lamp
- September 15, 2016
- 2 min
In this episode of HooplaKidz HowTo season 1, titled Glass Bottle Lamp, the host takes the viewers through the process of turning a glass bottle into a stylish and functional lamp. The episode begins with a brief introduction of the materials needed for the project. The list includes a glass bottle, cork, lamp cord kit, a bulb, a drill, and a glue gun.
The host starts by cleaning the glass bottle thoroughly and removing any labels or stickers from it. After the bottle is clean and dry, she carefully removes the cork from the top of the bottle and uses a drill to make a hole large enough for the lamp cord to pass through. Once the hole is drilled, the lamp cord is threaded through it from the inside of the bottle, and the socket is attached to the cord.
Next, the host uses a glue gun to secure the socket to the inside of the bottle. She makes sure that the cord is not twisted or tangled and that the socket is firmly attached to the bottle. The cork is then attached back to the top of the bottle, and the bulb is screwed into the socket.
The lamp is then tested to make sure it works properly. The host demonstrates how to turn the lamp on and off and how to adjust the brightness of the light by using a bulb of different watts.
In the final part of the episode, the host shares some creative ideas for decorating the glass bottle lamp. She suggests using a string of LED lights to wrap around the bottle or adding some decorative elements such as beads, ropes, or stickers. She also shows how the lamp can be filled with sand, shells or dried flowers to make it more interesting.
Overall, this episode provides a simple and fun project for kids and parents to do together. The host takes the viewers through each step in an easy-to-follow way and provides some creative inspiration to make the glass bottle lamp unique and personal. Whether you are a beginner in DIY projects or an experienced crafter, this episode will give you the skills and ideas to create a beautiful and functional glass bottle lamp.