20 Best DIY Light Fixtures Your Home Needs

It’s the details in the decor that make the biggest difference in home improvements. Without the right lighting, your home interior will never be complete. These DIY light fixtures will help you brighten up your home for almost next to nothing.

Ever since starting this blog, I have been blown away by the sheer number of creative DIYs and room decoration ideas that have surfaced on the net. It’s remarkable what you can do to improve a home with your own two hands.

We’re currently making some improvements to our lounge decor and we noticed that the light fixtures are absolutely old, dated, and worn out.

They’ve been in use since we built this home which is about 2 decades ago. I went shopping at the mall and was blindsided by the ridiculous price of chandeliers and fixtures on the market.

So, as any DIY fanatic would do, I fired up my laptop and started searching for the 20 best DIY light fixtures I could find. Take a look at some of these DIYs and let me know which one grabs your attention the most.

Top 20 DIY Light Fixtures To Brighten Every Room

1. DIY Geometric Globe Pendant Light

Idea via attagirlsays

When you have a small and simple room, trust me, one of the best ways you can add an eye-catching and room-uplifting feature is with a light fixture that sports a ton of curves and design value. In this case, a golden geometric light fixture serves as an elegant and futuristic piece.

2. Cool Paper Light

Idea via Mr. Hacker

Just when I thought that the geometric light fixture was as eye-catching as one can get, this paper light comes and steals the cake.

3. DIY Concrete Pendant Lamps

Idea via brit

Within my time of DIY and craft, I’ve come to learn how simple cement-based home decor ideas can add an element of earthiness and style to a room without even a shred of color.

The beauty of cement decor is that they’re strong, versatile during the molding phase, and can fit into a room with any type of decor.

4. DIY Orb Light For Just $20

Idea via lovelyetc

When you can introduce a sleek, beautiful, and unique design light fixture in your home for just 20 bucks, why wouldn’t you jump at the opportunity?

5. How To Upcycle Cake Tins To Light Fixtures

Idea via adventuresofmel

Never in my life would I have imagined being attracted to light fixtures made of vintage cake tins and yet here we are! What a splendid way of repurposing something old and sentimental in a new and cost-effective way.

6. Ruffled Lampshade

Idea via dearlillieblog

Walk into any home & decor department and the chances of you finding an attractive, eye-catching, and unique lamp at an affordable price are slim to none.

So, instead of settling for something boring, you can follow this tutorial and put together this funky ruffled lampshade that won’t take you more than an hour to make.

7. DIY Eames Inspired Bohemian Pendant Light

Idea via lovemaegan

It never ceases to amaze me how creative some people can be. I like to consider myself somewhat of a bohemian princess and this just fancies my boat.

The long white strings that end with feathers are simply PERFECT. I’m going to work on adding this to my living room!

8. DIY Industrial Farmhouse Pendant Light

Idea via createandfind

When I was younger, I dreamed of living on a farm. Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to make that dream come true but that doesn’t mean I can’t bring some of the farm life into my own home.

This farmhouse light is a DIY with a ton of rustic value that shouldn’t be ignored.

9. Simple Copper Wire Pendant Lights

Idea via vintagerevivals

Since we’re on the topic of rustic-themed decor, why not optimize your old material-based light fixtures and lamps for these beautiful minimalistic copper frames instead?

10. DIY Pallet Light Box

Idea via remodelaholic

Pair up a pallet box with mason jar-type light fixtures and what you have is a masterpiece! That’s exactly what we have here with this beautiful DIY.

11. Half Circle Pendant

Idea via akailochiclife

Add some color and creativity to your life with this radiant DIY light fixture.

12. Hanging Orb Light

Idea via acraftedpassion

Since I have such a liking for complex and detailed light fixtures, I couldn’t help but add another Orb like light fixture to this list.

13. Geometric Wire Light Fixture

Idea via lilyardor

This is an alternate Geometric light fixture that utilizes a rich rose gold that fits perfectly in a room with neutral tones and colors.

14. Yellow Boho Chic Light Fixture

Idea via jestcafe

Add some zest to your room decor with this exciting yellow boho chic light fixture that’s lightweight yet durable.

15. Rustic Chicken Wire Light

Idea via theinspiredhive

Imagine being able to use garden essentials to create a rustic, farm-style room decor without spending much, if any, money at all. Now, stop imagining because you can do just that with this DIY made from chicken wire.

16. Elegant Hanging Ladder Chandeliers

Idea via craftsmandrive

For a more detailed, structured, and higher-grade room decor idea, this hanging ladder chandelier is what you’re looking for.

It’s not exactly the cheapest DIY on the list but the one to fill out a room and grab attention.

17. Sunburst Mirror Medallion

Idea via abeautifulmess

Sometimes, the best room decor ideas are the ones that are not costly, space-efficient, and minimalistic. And this is a perfect example of that.

18. Floral Chandelier

Idea via unbelievablyhuman

Nobody has ever disliked more greenery and colors in a home and this floral light fixture is no exception. It’s genuinely pretty and can fit into almost any room.

Plus, with the wide variety of plastic/fake flowers available, you can pair them up with flowers that suit your room’s decor.

19. Updated Corded Light

Idea via tidbits-cami

Give your standard hanging light fixtures an upgrade with fresh colors and designs in absolutely little time whatsoever.

20. Garden Basket and Crystals

Idea via amandakatherine

If you’re trying to class the place up without spending hundreds of dollars on pricey chandeliers, this DIY garden basket and crystal light fixture is your go-to solution.

Wrapping It Up

I hope that after you’ve been through this list, you’ve found something perfect enough to light up your life (I’ve been saving that one for a while).

As always, I’d love to hear your opinions so head over to the comment section below and let me know what you think of these DIYs.