10 Ideas That Make Christmas Lights Feel Totally New
There's a simple upgrade that makes lights 100x more sparkly.
If you're bored with solid colors, white, or even multi-colored strands, these simple DIYs make you see this classic decoration in a whole new light.
Fluffy "Firefly Lights"
Little bits of tulle diffuse bright white bulbs into an enchanting glowing garland. The more tulle, the more dramatic the statement.
Vintage-Inspired Reflectors
Craftier types will love this idea, which turns specialty metallic paper into retro floral accents that helps enhance the light of each bulb.
Painted Strands
Usually, your options for the wire color for Christmas lights are either green or bright right. Not anymore. A simple coat of carefully-applied spray paint opens up a whole world of possibilities.
Spherical Shades
To create a strand of little snowballs, simply pop a ping pong ball on to each light. Just make sure the lights don't get too hot!
Patterned Lanterns
Pretty cupcake liners can almost be too pretty to bake with. Instead, showcase the cute pattern by popping them on string lights. Again, make sure the light don't get too hot!
Glowing Chain
Remember those paper chains you used to make when you were a kid? This is the grown-up version, made with wood veneer and laced with twinkling lights.
Winter Wonderland Wreath
Dollar store snowflake ornaments dazzle when paired with simple white string lights. It's a decoration that's just as pretty in the daytime than when it's lit up at night.
Glittering Strands
Mirrored garland amplifies the light from a strand of white lights, creating a stunning glittering focal point.
Glowing Globe
If you're looking for a more understated outdoor decoration, this globe is it. The surprisingly easy accent is made by using two outdoor baskets and a strand or two of string lights.
Gorgeous Greenery
Combining artificial sprigs and soft lights, this is one garland you'll want to (and can) keep up all-year-round.
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