Fun Summer Nights Call for Tin Can Lanterns

Planning on hosting a summer soirée before the season is through? You're going to need three things: a fun outdoor space, great refreshments and sufficient lighting. READ: DIY Wine Bottle Tiki Torches But not just any lighting will do — it's gotta be something so rustic and charming that it'll make your friends sick. We've found just the thing. Elise at Grow Creative made these backyard lanterns for a Fourth of July party, and they were a huge hit. The colorful cans are cute as the dickens, and they also provide the perfect ambiance for eating, drinking and relaxing on a hot summer night. Best of all, Elise's lanterns can be made from stuff you probably already have in your house. All it takes are some empty cans, some wire, a working freezer, and a bit of elbow grease. Click here to see Elise's entire tutorial at Grow Creative.