OT: Cheap LED Light Panel (DIY)

Need more light on a budget?  I found all I needed at my local dollar store (up to $1.25 now thanks to inflation).  No electrical know-how required.

Grab 8 push-type battery powered LED lights and sufficient AAA batteries to power them (3 x 8 = 24).

Also grab a 13 x 9" (33 x 22 cm) metal baking sheet.  For added convenience, look for one with holes in the tray if you can find it.

Arrange LED lights in an array inside the metal baking tray.  For better adhesion, you can rough up the pan's surface slightly with steel wool or sandpaper (optional).  Attach LEDs with self-adhesive/velcro (included).

Use Chenille Stems (aka pipe cleaners) or nylon Zip Ties to secure your LED light panel to a light stand or tripod.

Light output is adjustable with a few taps and ready to use anywhere.

Cost: $18.75 (excluding nylon Ties which I had on hand).