Looking to revamp your backyard but don’t have a spare mortgage payment?
Create a warm and inviting outdoor space without breaking the bank!
Whether you’re looking to create an atmosphere for a cozy evening, a party, or a touch of whimsy for your lawn, there’s a budget-friendly lighting option for everyone.
And the best part? Anyone can make it work, no matter your DIY skill level!
Here are 15 Cheap Backyard Lighting Ideas Under $50
1. Solar-Powered String Lights
A whimsical and simple staple, solar-powered string
Lights give a magical glow minus a utility price tag to
boot. Suspend them between patios, fences, and even trees for an overnight fairyland transformation.
Energy efficient and need for maintenance? which is a double win!
2. Mason Jar Lanterns
Transform mason jars into country chic with fairy lights and a teensie-weensie LED candle.
Suspend them between trees, drop them onto tables, or run them down a path. Add a whimsical pop? Break out your frosted paint and paint them!
3. DIY Tin Can Lanterns
Are old cans collecting in your trash? Punch out sweet little designs, insert a tea light, and ta-da! Instant DIY beauty with free shadows!
Give them a quick spritz with spray paint in your favorites for a party vibe!
4. LED Tea Lights in Glass Jars
Super cheap and effortlessly pretty, LED tea lights in recycled glass jars make fabulous tabletop decor.
Add pebbles and a dashing of glitter for an added decor zing, or wrap them in twine for a rustic vibe!
5. Rope Lights Along Walkways
Give your backyard a soft glow with rope lights defining garden borders and sidewalks. They’re safe and atmospheric, creating a cosy oasis in your backyard.
6. Paper Lanterns
Choose a selection of paper lanterns and insert battery-powered LED lights for an instant backyard glow.
They’re lightweight, colorful, and perfect for parties and quiet evenings. Suspend them in trees or over a patio for a party atmosphere.
7. DIY Wine Bottle Torch
Turn empty wine bottles into elegant backyard torches with citronella oil for bug repellent and a warm glow for your backyard.
Anchor them in the ground or sit them in a strong base for a sophisticated, utilitarian decor accent.
8. Glow-in-the-Dark Pebbles
Scatter glow-in-the-dark pebbles down garden paths, flowers, and patio borders for an enchanting, soft glow at dusk and at night.
Charge them with sunlight and glow softly at dusk and in the dark.
9. Hanging Solar Lanterns
Choose a selection of small solar-powered lanterns and suspend them under tree branches and hooks in your backyard for an enchanting nighttime atmosphere.
No cords, no fuss—just effortless enchantment!
10. Firefly-Inspired Fairy Lights
Wrap fairy lights in tree trunks, shrubs, and trees for a whimsical, firefly-inspired glow that brings out your backyard beauty in full glory.
That simple touch creates an immediate fairytale atmosphere, and your backyard feels magical!
11. Drift, Pool, or Pond Lights
Water feature in your backyard? Waterproof LED lights and floating solar lights can add a dash of tranquility and sophistication to your backyard oasis. To see them float gently over water at dusk is simply hypnotic!
12. Bamboo Torch Walkway
Inexpensive bamboo candles with a spritz of Citronella oil not only light sidewalks but drive off pesky mosquitoes too. Place them out near trails and benches for a tropical, resort feel.
13. Solar-Powered Chandelier
Choose an outdated chandelier at a resale shop, gut it for its wires, and replace its lights with solar-powered lights for a one-of-a-kind outdoor focal point. Suspend it under a pergola or tree for a sophisticated, nostalgic feel.
14. Candles in Lanterns
Use a dollar store’s lanterns with real candles or battery candles to generate soft, warm lights in quiet areas in your backyard.
Put them in clusters in groups in tables and stairs for a warm, inviting atmosphere.
15. DIY Glow Fire Pit
Surround a firepit with glow stones, or have a tea light nearby for a warm, inviting glow for your guests. LED flame lights can even generate a flicker for a warm, inviting glow with no heat involved.
Conclusion
A pretty backyard doesn’t have to break the bank! With a little imagination and a little budget-friendliness, your backyard can become a magical oasis. With a little mason jar, rustic character, or floating lights, everyone will have a preference for one of these items on this list.
So, grab your gear, start decorating, and make your backyard glow! What will you try first? Let me know about your backyard glow budget-friendliness
