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. Â Â
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]
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]
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! Â Find out how to make it here. [Photo: Crafty Butt]
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]