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How To Make A DIY Light Up Canvas Art

Learn how to make a really fun and easy DIY light up canvas art. You can use your favorite image, or your kids favorite. It really makes a statement when it's lit up.
Prep Time15 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Decor and Decorating
Keyword: diy canvas art, diy light up canvas art, diy wall decor, light up canvas art
Author: Chas Greener
Cost: $5-10

Equipment

  • Ice Pick

Materials

  • 1 canvas
  • Acrylic Paint
  • Mod Podge
  • Paint brush
  • Image printed out
  • 1 pack battery operated lights
  • Tape

Instructions

  • Paint the canvas with acrylic paint of your choice.
  • Let dry.
  • Print out your image.
  • Mod podge the back of the image and stick it to the canvas.
  • Smooth it out and make sure it is secure.
  • Add additional mod podge to the top of the image as well.
  • Let dry.
  • Use the ice pick to poke holes in the canvas for the lights.
  • Push the lights through the holes.
  • Add tape to hold the lights in place.