When deciding how many lights you'll need to wrap a tree, start by measuring the circumference of the tree trunk and any branches you plan to wrap with lights. Determine how much spacing you want both between e
Staple the lights to either a wood eave or deck. Staple the lights on the left side of each bulb. Step 3 Flatten any loops or bubbles in the lights with a staple. Tip After taking the lights down for the year, wrap them on a cord keeper or in a circle that will limit the amount...
When scrapping Christmas lights, avoid these pitfalls: Throwing Bulbs in with the Wire: Mostscrap yards won’t acceptbulbs mixed with the wire. Always separate them. Assuming All Copper is the Same: The copper in Christmas lights is usually lower-grade, so don’t expect it to fetch the sam...
Light Every Single BranchJust like on a real Christmas tree, you’ll want to start from the bottom of each section to keep that extension cord in check (remember to keep those lights on as you work, too). But rather than wrap the tree horizontally, both Feller and Tur recommend...
other side has another closed u-shaped part that holds the light or light cord. start attaching plastic clips on one side of the roof peak, moving upward from the edge. make sure that the clips are all facing the same way so you can create a straight line with the string lights. tip...
BEST LIGHTS TO WRAP COLUMNS, RAILINGS, OR TREES Mini String Lights WRAP COLUMNS, RAILINGS, OR TREES 612 Vermont 100 Clear Mini Christmas String Lights $13 at AmazonCredit: 612 Vermont Mini string lights, with tiny, pointed bulbs, are versatile and affordable: a string of 150 mini lights is...
On 6 January, the country celebrates the Día de Los Reyes – Three Kings Day – with more feasting and even more gifts. The Christmas season doesn’t officially end until Candlemas on 2 February, so if you’re in need of an excuse to extend the holidays and leave your C...
Christmas Greenery For Columns If your column is 8' tall, you'll want garland at least twice that length so that the greenery can neatly wrap around in an ascending circle. To get an exact measurement for the length of garland you will need, wrap a piece of string around your column in...
All of us love Christmas lights and cannot wait for the nighttime to come so we could go outside and see them in all their glory. Christmas lights look great both live and photographed, so get your camera ready and go out to capture unique shots of light displays hanging on poles, house...
Fill a mason jar, lantern or glass vase with a set of working string lights to add a subtle glow to your interior. Hint: this is a great solution if a few bulbs have burnt out. Turn a set of vintage Christmas lights that no longer work into festive decor by upcycling the individual...