Rhombus Lights
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Follow this simple tutorial to make your own geometric light fixtures.
Gather the Necessary Materials and Tools
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Material: 7 lengths 1/8" Galvanized Steel Wire, Bulb (we used a 40W vintage Edison Bulb), Fabric-Covered Light Cord
Tools: Wire Cutters, Soldering Iron, Torch, Solder, Clips, Spray Paint (Optional)
Time: 3 Hours (15 minutes of bending)
Skill level: Medium
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Bend Your Shapes
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We used rhombuses, but you could try pentagons, hexagons, etc.
Assemble
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Clip the shapes together to hold them in place while soldering.
Painting
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Spray paint your assembled structure to give it a clean finish.
Attach the Bulb
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We used a zip tie to attach the light's cord to the structure.