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How to Make Screen-Wrapped Luminaries

Brian Gregory

By Brian Gregory
Updated April 30, 2021

Lining a walkway or driveway with these luminaries made from window screen and glass jars is a simple way to give an outdoor space a festive glow. Often part of Christmas décor and sometimes even used at Halloween, luminaries add beauty to holidays or any time you want a warm, cheerful display.

Skill

Beginner

Time

One Day

Screen luminaries lining an outdoor walkway

Tools and Materials

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Creating Screen Luminaries

The supplies listed will provide enough material to make eight luminaries, four jars and plenty of wire left over for additional luminaries you want to make.

Caution

Clipped ends of metal screen can be sharp. Protect your hands with leather work gloves.

Cutting and Fitting the Luminaries

Displaying Luminaries

Once you've finished your luminaries, space them evenly along your pathway, sidewalk or driveway to light your home for any holiday or festive occasion. It’s easy to make more if you need to line a larger area. These luminaries should last for many events, but if any screens become damaged or jars break, they’re easy to replace. Pack the luminaries carefully for storage to avoid breakage. You may want to disassemble them and store the screen separately to keep it from becoming damaged or crushed.