Introduction: Cloud LED Lamp
This is a very fun project that can be done in only few hours. It can work as a night light or decoration.
Materials:
Glue gun
Glue sticks
Stuffing
Paper lanterns
LED strip
Hook
Fishing line
Extension cord (Optional)
Step 1: Making Clouds
Build the lanterns.
Start glueing the stuffing to the lantern. (Two person team makes this step faster.) (Do NOT cover the top hole.)
Once you have your clouds tied them together in your desire shape.
Insert your LED strip and test the it works.
Step 2: Look Up to the Clouds
Use a hook to hang your cloud.
Use an extension cord if necessary to plug your new cloud.
Enjoy!!
(Try to hide the cords for a better look.)

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31 Comments
4 years ago
Love it, Bravo!
5 years ago
This was such a fun project and my daughter loves it. Thank you!
6 years ago
I went for the classic look with warm white LED and added a little sprinkle
6 years ago
How big of lanterns did you use? I've seen a range of sizes on Amazon and I'm having a hard time visualizing it at the moment. Brilliant idea for a much easier and more affordable project than I've seen! Thanks!
7 years ago
All hail the glow cloud!
7 years ago
Creative and excellent tutorial! Where did you purchase the led strip? Does led strip come plug-unready? I have no knowledge of those things!
Reply 7 years ago
I got the led strips from e-bay. They were about $11.99 a piece.(It already includes remote and 12v plug.)
Reply 7 years ago
Thank you very much. I appreciate the heads-up and will check ebay.
Reply 7 years ago
You can get them many places.. if you want to DIY with arduino and stuff.. Adafruit has things there.. or you could possibly get something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/SUPERNIGHT-Changing-Flexible-Remote-Control/dp/B00BP4GNRY/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1452787422&sr=8-4&keywords=led+strip+remote+control
Reply 7 years ago
Thank you very much! I am going to check the places you recommended and try to get the courage to try this myself.
7 years ago
Awesome, beautiful...your ideas really make me want to start creating things again! Where can I find cheap lanterns?
Reply 7 years ago
Check on your local party store. They are really cheap and you can get a set of 5 for around $10.00.
Reply 7 years ago
Thanks!
7 years ago
If you guys make a cloud, post some pics of it here!! I would like to see them!!
7 years ago
Awesome project! I'm about to throw one of these up in my new house, but going to make it take up a significant portion of the sealing. To give me an idea of how much LED light strip to get. About how much LED strip length did you put into each lantern?
Reply 7 years ago
For this tutorial I used the whole LED strip, but it is not necessary to do the whole strip, I just don't have a use for the rest of the LED at this moment. You can probably just do about half of the strip.
7 years ago
Those look amazing! How long did they take to build?
Have a great day! :-)
Reply 7 years ago
It took me around 1hr to finish one full lamp. (3 lanterns)
7 years ago
AMAZING!!! :)
I can't wait to make it :)
7 years ago
where's the care bear to go with it?