Cheap DIY Christmas Laser Light Show ~$16
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Cheap DIY Christmas Laser Light Show ~$16


When I mean cheap, these laser projectors are cheap. I bought 4 because the reviews say you'll need spare parts. I got 2 duds. The green laser doesn't work on one and the other's motor already went. Not a big deal considering people are spending considerably more and having the same issue of one of the lasers not working.
What You Need



LED Mini Stage Light Laser Voice Control Projector Party Stage Bar Pub Club
Sterilite 2.5 -Qt. Flip-Top Box
Dowels. I had some scrap square dowels laying around.
Zip ties.
Screws.
Power strip.
Plastic container big enough for power strip.
Remove Top Adjustable Mount


Remove the top adjustable mount. Cut the dowel to fit in the mount. Screw it to the mount.
Cut Mount for Laser Projector



Cut a piece that fits in the container to mount the projector to. Drill holes for zip ties. Screw it to the the top mount as shown.
Mount Laser Projector

Mount the laser project with zip ties. Laser should be flush to inside wall.
Vent Holes

Drill holes in the bottom for venting and power adapter. I did them at the back because these things will be tilted up. If water does happen to get inside, it should drain.
Add Stake



Cut stake. Screw to mount as shown.
Powering It

I had an outdoor power strip with a stake. I cut a hole in a plastic container for the plugs and stake.
Adjust Motor Speed Done



I made three. I ran out of wood so I attached a plastic rod that I found. Set the motor speed to your liking. Zip tie shut, nice and tight. Done!
***Bonus - Camera Tripod

Comes with a little bendable tripod that fits cameras. Not bendy enough to attach to things like what a gorillapod does, but it is useful.