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10 Ways To Transform String Lights For Your Deck or Patio

by on Jun 12, 2014

Creme De La Craft

It’s outdoor party season, and there’s nothing prettier than a twinkling set of string lights once the sun goes down. Plain old lights are fun, but there are plenty of ways to make them a bit more exciting – dress them up with these fun DIY ideas.   

10 Ways To Transform A Regular Set of String Lights

1. Add tissue paper ranunculus using this easy tutorial. [Photo: Brit + Co.]

2. Use crepe paper to create little bursts of color. Here’s how you do it. [Photo: Studio DIY]

10 Ways To Transform A Regular Set of String Lights

3. Paint egg cartons to create these pretty flowers. [Photo: Gjør det selv]

4. Put your origami skills to work to make these gorgeous lantern style lights. [Photo: Wit & Whistle]

5. Have some colorful paper cups leftover from your last party? Use them to make these. [Photo: Cats & DIY]

10 Ways To Transform A Regular Set of String Lights

6. These hand painted lights are beautiful… check out the tutorial here. [Photo: Alisa Burke]

7. This string light set involves a trip to Dollar Tree…. so you can bet it’s affordable!  Find out how to make it here. [Photo: Crafty Butt]

10 Ways To Transform A Regular Set of String Lights

8. Baking cups are another great way to transform your string lights for the patio. Here’s a tutorial. [Photo: Pretty Little Party Ideas]

9. Cupcake liners work too…. here’s a photo tutorial. [Photo: Oh Happy Day]

10. And last but not least – recycle old birthday hats to make these pretty lights! Very clever. Find out the details here. [Photo: Creme De La Craft]

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