Let's face it, hanging Christmas lights is harder than it looks. The untangling alone is enough to scare many away. Hopefully these tips will make the whole process a lot less intimidating while leading to decorating success.
1. Deck Out Your Front Porch
Concentrating outdoor decorations in a single area, such as the entryway or a garden bed, can be a great way to go all out with holiday exuberance without overdoing the decorations.
2. Showcase Your Trees
Gardens this time of year are primarily quiet. Highlight the branches in your trees by wrapping the trunk and individual branches with white lights. Choose a single tree or a cluster for an even bigger impact.
3. Line a Pathway With Lanterns
Welcome guests this year with an enchanting walkway lined with glowing lanterns. Place tea lights in each one — or use battery-powered candles — and light just before guests arrive.
4. Highlight a Wreath
If there is already enough light in your yard, use this as an opportunity to hang a holiday wreath. Weave string lights into the wreath for this classic and understated look.
5. Outline the Eaves of Your Home
A definite classic style, perimeter lighting along a home’s eaves and roofline creates a well decorated and inviting look. Use good quality LED lights that won't have to be replaced year after year, and will give off an impressive amount of light.