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Do you want to make a DIY mushroom for your yard or garden? Look no further! With just a few items from the dollar store, you can create one that glows.
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Dollar Tree Solar Mushrooms

Do you want to make a DIY mushroom for your yard or garden? Look no further! With just a few items from the dollar store, you can create one that glows.
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Outdoor
Keyword: diy mushroom
Yield: 4
Author: Chas Greener
Cost: $15-20

Equipment

  • 1 Glue Gun

Materials

  • 4 Colorful Bowls
  • 4 Colorful Vases
  • 4 Solar Lights
  • Adhesive
  • Rocks or marbles

Instructions

  • Clean: Remove labels from all glassware, especially the bottom of the bowls.
  • Disassemble: Remove the stakes from the solar lights and pull the battery tabs.
  • Weight: Fill the vases (stems) 1/2 full with rocks or marbles for stability.
  • Insert Light: Place the top of the solar light into the vase opening.
  • Attach Cap: Apply adhesive to the rim of the solar light. Place the bowl upside down on top of the light and press to secure.
  • Place: Set in a sunny spot in the garden to charge!

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