Friday 21 December 2012

46 izy peasy light garlands ideas!:) 46 izy peasy ιδέες διακόσμησης για γιρλάντες με λαμπάκια!:)





1. Wrap them around an interestingly shaped mirror.

Wrap them around an interestingly shaped mirror.

2. Wrap a strand of paper lantern string lights around a twig and hang above the bed.

Wrap a strand of paper lantern string lights around a twig and hang above the bed.

3. Drape bigger bulbs casually to create an effortless lamp.

Drape bigger bulbs casually to create an effortless lamp.

4. Drape lights over a bookshelf.

Drape lights over a bookshelf.
Use 3M clear plastic adhesive tabs to help guide the lights where you want them to go.
Source: curbly.com

5. Create a tree.

Create a tree.
Source: wesleephere
Incorporate the lights into a twig Christmas tree.

6. Use them with clothespins to hang photographs.

Use them with clothespins to hang photographs.
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7. Create a lit-up display by poking holes in a canvas.

Create a lit-up display by poking holes in a canvas.
More directions here.
Source: tminspired.com
Source: pinterest.com

8. String lights around baskets, or fill baskets with lights.

String lights around baskets, or fill baskets with lights.

9. Fill wine bottles with lights to make a spectacular centerpiece.

Fill wine bottles with lights to make a spectacular centerpiece.
Source: curbly.com

10. Create an angelic paper doily wreath.

Create an angelic paper doily wreath.
Get the instructions here.

11. Or use the doilies to make a wedding garland.

Or use the doilies to make a wedding garland.
Just cut small holes in the center of the doilies and poke the lights through.
Source: themarywedding

12. Cover Dixie cups with fancy paper to make small shades for string lights.

Cover Dixie cups with fancy paper to make small shades for string lights.
Source: zomoc.com

13. Create a string of paper cube lights.

Create a string of paper cube lights.
Get the full directions here.
Instead of putting lights in the boxes, you could just intertwine them with an origami box garland.

14. Crochet around a rope light to create a light-up rug.

Crochet around a rope light to create a light-up rug.

15. Tie squares of tulle fabric along a string of Christmas lights.

Tie squares of tulle fabric along a string of Christmas lights.

16. For the holidays, mix lights with old ornaments.

For the holidays, mix lights with old ornaments.

17. Fill mason jars to create a makeshift chandelier.

Fill mason jars to create a makeshift chandelier.
Follow this tutorial to learn how to drill a hole through glass.
Source: designmom.com

18. Create colorful twine balls to encase the lights.

Create colorful twine balls to encase the lights.
Get the full tutorial here.

19. Make snowflake lights with store-bought bouquet holders.

Make snowflake lights with store-bought bouquet holders.

20. Mix with rope for a nautical-themed room.

Mix with rope for a nautical-themed room.

21. Create a net effect in a bedroom.

Create a net effect in a bedroom.
Source: whatevergigi

22. Hang icicle lights from fluffy cloud sculptures.

Hang icicle lights from fluffy cloud sculptures.
There's no tutorial for this, but you might be able to figure it out if you're especially crafty.
Here's a 2-dimensional version.

23. Use cupcake wrappers to make flower lights.

Use cupcake wrappers to make flower lights.
See the full tutorial here.
Source: ohhappyday.com

24. You can also use egg cartons for a similar effect.

You can also use egg cartons for a similar effect.
Get the instructions here.

25. Spell out a message with these pendant lights.

Spell out a message with these pendant lights.
Make the letters by poking holes in the paper.
Source: oncewed.com

26. Make a flashing cardboard Christmas tree.

46 Awesome String Light DIYs For Any Occasion
Poke holes in the cardboard and stick the lights through.

27. Create a romantic headboard piece.

Create a romantic headboard piece.
"Build a simple wood frame from 2x4s, and add crossbeams. Drill small holes to put cords through in the bottom of each opening. Paint your frame and screw to the wall. Fill each space with lights and connect all cords. Cut translucent panels from polycarbonate sheet and fix to the frame with screws."
Source: shelterness.com

28. Use shiny wrapping paper to create giant candy lights.

Use shiny wrapping paper to create giant candy lights.
Get the directions here.
Source: ohhappyday.com

29. Cover lights with tiny mason jars.

Cover lights with tiny mason jars.
You can buy them here.

30. Electrify an old stuffed animal with LED lights.

Electrify an old stuffed animal with LED lights.
Get the instructions here.

31. Spell out letters.

Spell out letters.
Source: pinterest.com

32. String lights in a scalloped pattern.

String lights in a scalloped pattern.

33. Cut out black cat shapes to make these cute string lights.

Cut out black cat shapes to make these cute string lights.
Source: mycakies.com

34. Wrap lights around a wire wreath.

Wrap lights around a wire wreath.
Possibly the easiest DIY wreath that exists.
Source: realsimple.com

35. Make a lit-up bed canopy using icicle lights.

Make a lit-up bed canopy using icicle lights.

36. String with sequins and foil to make this sparkly garland.

String with sequins and foil to make this sparkly garland.
Get the directions here.

37. Make a colorful garland from birthday hats.

Make a colorful garland from birthday hats.

38. Cut up streamers to make these fringe lights.

Cut up streamers to make these fringe lights.
Get the directions here.
Source: studiodiy.com

39. Use foil cupcake liners as light embellishments.

Use foil cupcake liners as light embellishments.
This is a great idea for any holiday party.
Source: realsimple.com

40. Tie ribbons between lights.

Tie ribbons between lights.

41. Make the sparkliest backdrop ever with mirrors and lights.

Make the sparkliest backdrop ever with mirrors and lights.
Get the directions here.

42. Use twigs to make this rustic chandelier.

Use twigs to make this rustic chandelier.
This could easily be adapted for use with string lights.

43. Make a strand of Himmeli lights.

Make a strand of Himmeli lights.
These are $77 from Etsy, but you could DIY something similar using these instructions and black straws.
Source: etsy.com

44. Make a Hula-Hoop chandelier using icicle lights.

Make a Hula-Hoop chandelier using icicle lights.
Get the tutorial here.

45. Fill a plastic bin with string lights to make a light table.

Fill a plastic bin with string lights to make a light table.
Great for a children's playroom. Get more information here.

46. Make Halloween luminaria by filling milk jugs with lights.

Make Halloween luminaria by filling milk jugs with lights.
Source: kidskubby.com 

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