string lights(these are the best heavy duty lights I’ve found and they’ll hold up for many years. Directions String light polesneed to be attached to the deck railing in at least two different places in order to stay upright and level. Ideally you’ll want to place one bracket toward ...
Learn how to hang outdoor string lights on a deck, patio, or backyard even if you don't have a structure to attach to. Beginner friendly tutorial.
Lay string lights around theperimeter of your deck. Visualize where you want each strand to hang, and adjust the lights until they're in the desired position. Make sure the plug is near a power outlet, or use an outdoor extension cord to extend the reach. Using a ladder and a pencil,...
Christmas is almost here, and it’s time to deck the halls. But what happens to all those decorations once the holiday season is over? Should you get rid of all those Christmas lights? Definitely not; LED string lights are a useful and surprisingly energy-efficient lighting option that can ...
Plug the first string of lights into the extension cord and then wrap the string of lights around the deck railing in a tight spiral clockwise until you get to the end of the string of lights. Add additional strings of lights and continue the spiral clockwise pattern until you get to the...
drive a stake to indicate one side of the deck’s length. Then, pull a string from the house to create a level line and tie the end to the stake. Do the same on the other side to locate the second corner stake, making sure the distances are equal. Then, measure the distance betwee...
I’m definitely going to incorporate the peace wreath into a Christmas mantle and add lights to it! But for now, I’m enjoying this view: And one more peace wreath picture all set up for Christmas: I crafted up the CB2 inspired peace wreath for less than $17, that’s more than half...
8. Deck the Halls Inside and Out Don’t forget the outside! Decorate your porch or front yard with holiday touches that make your home feel welcoming before you even step inside. This could be a wreath, some lights, or a doormat. For a little extra warmth, add cozy outdoor seating wi...
8. Deck the Halls Inside and Out Don’t forget the outside! Decorate your porch or front yard with holiday touches that make your home feel welcoming before you even step inside. This could be a wreath, some lights, or a doormat. For a little extra warmth, add cozy outdoor seating wi...
How to put lights on a Christmas tree: Tree-trimming pros and TikTok influencers share the easy how-tos for your best-lit Christmas tree ever!