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9 fun glow-in-the-dark projects great for summer fun

May 31, 2018 by Stefanie Girard

I love glow-in-the-dark projects, especially for summer as the nights are warm and being outside can be so festive. Why not make the yard really fun? Pop on over to the blog DIY Home Sweet Home for a great list of glow-in-the-dark projects that are super easy and fun to do.

Glow-in-the-dark projects are a fun way to add some whimsy and magic to your summer nights. Whether you’re entertaining guests or spending time with family, these projects can transform your backyard into a glowing wonderland. Thanks to the blog DIY Home Sweet Home, we’ve compiled a list of 10 easy and fun glow-in-the-dark projects that you can try at home.

Glow-in-the-Dark Planters
Brighten up your plants by painting your planters with glow-in-the-dark paint. The effect will be subtle during the day, but at night, your planters will glow and give off an otherworldly glow.

Glowing Pathways
Create a glowing pathway by lining your walkway with rocks painted with glow-in-the-dark paint. You can also paint the stones with arrows or other symbols to help guide your guests.

DIY Glow-in-the-Dark Bowling
Create a fun and easy bowling game using glow-in-the-dark water bottles and a glow-in-the-dark ball. You can play this game with family and friends for hours of fun.

Glow-in-the-Dark Mason Jars
Transform your Mason jars into glowing lanterns with some glow-in-the-dark paint. These jars are perfect for adding ambiance to any outdoor space.

Glow-in-the-Dark Slime
Create glow-in-the-dark slime with your kids for some fun sensory play. You can use it to create fun shapes or just to play with in the dark.

Glowing Balloons
Create a magical atmosphere by filling balloons with glow sticks and helium. You can release them into the night sky or use them to light up your backyard.

DIY Glow-in-the-Dark Bubbles
Add some fun to your bubble blowing by adding glow-in-the-dark paint to the solution. Your bubbles will glow and create a mesmerizing effect as they float around.

Glow-in-the-Dark Ping Pong
Create a fun and challenging game by adding glow-in-the-dark paint to your ping pong balls. You can play this game with friends and family for hours of fun.

Glowing Terrariums
Create glowing terrariums by adding glow-in-the-dark pebbles to the bottom of your terrarium. The effect will be subtle during the day, but at night, your terrariums will come to life with a soft glow.

DIY Glow Stick Lanterns
Create easy and inexpensive lanterns by attaching glow sticks to the inside of plastic cups. You can hang them from trees or string them up around your outdoor space for a fun and festive atmosphere.

Need Glow in the dark paint? Check out these Supplies. Glow-in-the-dark paint is a fun way to make creative nighttime crafts and light paths for visibility.

 

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  1. DIY Home Sweet Home says

    June 5, 2018 at 6:25 pm

    Thank you for sharing!!

Have you read?

Recycled Paper Cylinder Face Art – A Colorful Win for All Ages

I recently stumbled across this super creative project on Instructables – “Face With Recycled Paper Cylinders” – and I had to share it with you all because it’s just the kind of craft that checks all my favorite boxes: recycled materials, hands-on creativity, and fun for literally any age.

The idea is simple but genius—roll strips of recycled paper (think junk mail, old magazines, leftover printer paper) into cylinders, then arrange and glue them to form a unique abstract face. You can make it funky, realistic, Picasso-inspired—whatever your mood or style dictates!

What I really love is the blend of eco-conscious crafting with true artistic expression. This isn’t just another kids’ project—it’s something you could easily do with a group of little ones, a classroom full of teens, or even as an adult art therapy or weekend wind-down activity. It’s super relaxing and surprisingly satisfying seeing all those paper rolls come together to form something new and expressive.

The tutorial itself is easy to follow, with plenty of visuals to guide you along the way. You don’t need any fancy materials—just glue, paper, scissors, and a board or piece of cardboard to serve as your canvas.

I also appreciate how this project leaves so much room for personalization. Want to make it into a full face? Go for it. Prefer to focus on a single eye or mouth? Totally works. You can even play with color schemes by choosing papers with a certain palette, or painting over them once they’re rolled.

In short: this is a total keeper for anyone who loves crafting with purpose. It’s the kind of project that sparks creativity while gently reinforcing the idea that beautiful things can come from what we usually throw away.

Highly recommend giving it a go—solo or with a group. And if you try it, tag me or drop a pic—I’d love to see your recycled masterpiece!

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