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I Transform Burnt Out Light Bulbs Into Christmas Ornaments

I collect burnt out light bulbs and create hand painted, one of a kind Christmas Ornaments.

One half is the scene or subject, the back side I marble. The latest series shown here show a classic/vintage style of Christmas. I also do custom work.

Enjoy!

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I Transform Burnt Out Light Bulbs Into Christmas Ornaments

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Brivid 7 years ago

That's a great idea. I can't paint like that, but that is a great way to recycle old bulbs.

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks-- I can't take credit for the concept--its been around for a long time... glad you like my work!

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Maloney Sandwich 7 years ago

These are wonderful! Ilove the vintage style :)

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks for your kind comment... :)

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FortnitePlayerGirl 7 years ago

Some skills... I'm gonna try this!

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

I hope you do-- make sure to thoroughly clean the bulb first-so the primer coat will adhere properly. Good Luck!

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Emily Seilhamer 7 years ago

Oh what a great idea! Way to reuse and recycle!

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks! It's cool to take something that was potentially headed to landfill and make it a treasured piece.

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Sivi 7 years ago

I am so going to do this. We have a collection spot for used lightbulbs at work so I dont have to wait for the lamps at home :D

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

I suggest that you clean each bulb thoroughly, and use rubbing alcohol to remove all grease, dirt etc... and use a high adhesive primer before painting your designs...that way it won't scratch or peel. Good Luck!

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Brigitta Swart 7 years ago

I love these. Well done!

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks so much! :)

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ZombieGirl5591 7 years ago

Aw man...I want to do this now, but I don't have burnt out light bulbs haha. These were so beautiful btw!!

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks so much... I ask family and friends to set them aside for me...

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Night Owl 7 years ago

They're beautiful!

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thank you!

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Brivid 7 years ago

That's a great idea. I can't paint like that, but that is a great way to recycle old bulbs.

7points

David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks-- I can't take credit for the concept--its been around for a long time... glad you like my work!

3points

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Maloney Sandwich 7 years ago

These are wonderful! Ilove the vintage style :)

5points

David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks for your kind comment... :)

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FortnitePlayerGirl 7 years ago

Some skills... I'm gonna try this!

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

I hope you do-- make sure to thoroughly clean the bulb first-so the primer coat will adhere properly. Good Luck!

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Emily Seilhamer 7 years ago

Oh what a great idea! Way to reuse and recycle!

2points

David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks! It's cool to take something that was potentially headed to landfill and make it a treasured piece.

2points

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Sivi 7 years ago

I am so going to do this. We have a collection spot for used lightbulbs at work so I dont have to wait for the lamps at home :D

2points

David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

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Brigitta Swart 7 years ago

I love these. Well done!

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks so much! :)

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ZombieGirl5591 7 years ago

Aw man...I want to do this now, but I don't have burnt out light bulbs haha. These were so beautiful btw!!

2points

David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thanks so much... I ask family and friends to set them aside for me...

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Night Owl 7 years ago

They're beautiful!

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David Irvine (Post author) 7 years ago

Thank you!

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