String Light Poles with Concrete Bases

DIY String Light Poles
I love DIY projects, but I have never worked with cement before this Home Depot Cement DIY Challenge. As is the case prior to any challenge, I was slightly intimidated, yet eagerly said, “Bring it on!” Having had no experience with concrete, I finished this project having learned five things.

1. Concrete is heavy.
2. Concrete is easy to work with.
3. I love my DIY concrete light stands.
4. I want to create more with concrete.
5. I can shop at The Home Depot all day.

Materials Needed
5o lb. Quikrete Fast-Setting Cement
Herbs and vegetable plants
Wood planter
Outdoor Clear Hanging Garden String Lights
2 — 5-gallon buckets
WD-40
Hooks
Aspen tree trunks, or wood