Summer is fast approaching, and with that comes the endless pool parties, barbecues and graduation parties. Get your outdoor lighting squared away today and be the envy of your neighbors!
Though it’s still 30 degrees with a chance of snow here in Minnesota, summer is right around the corner! With warm weather, pool parties and outdoor get-togethers fast approaching, now is the time to get your outdoor lighting squared away. Read our tips and ensure your backyard and deck are looking their best before your first barbecue!
Though string lights are rather common in backyard lighting setups, there are plenty of ways to make yours stand out from your neighbor’s. Try wrapping strands of lights around the trunks and lower branches of trees in your yard for an ethereal glow.
Bonus: those old Christmas lights get a second chance at life outside the dreaded storage bin. Try using larger sized bulbs for a look that’s straight out of a sidewalk bistro in France. Wine and cheese not included.
Micro-LED lights have been a favorite of mine for every season, but they’re especially perfect for summer decorating. Their tiny lights are like fireflies and bring a cheery glow wherever you use them. Use the mason jar lanterns as centerpieces or on stairs for a beautiful accent, or hang micro-LED string accents around a table or pool fence. Solar bulbs are a gorgeous way to bring a glow to fences, patio umbrellas, and more. Our unique string sets are sure to have something for everyone, including wine bottle lights, mason jar strings, and more.
Candles are a classic choice for outdoor decorating, but have you considered subbing your regular candles for those of the flameless LED variety? Flameless LED candles provide the same flickering, dancing flame you’re accustomed to but without the risk of fire and the mess of melted wax. If your dog (or kid) knocks one over, no need to panic! We carry many candles in stylish lanterns, which are a stunning and classy way to accent front porches, staircases, and more.
Nylon lanterns are perfect for decorating a summer soiree. They are solar powered, LED, and come in several colors to suit whatever your scheme may be. Try hanging them at different heights throughout trees for a fun and whimsical look, or use different colors and sizes of lanterns for an effect your guests will be sure to copy.
Nothing matches the magic of a creatively lit backyard during summer parties, so mix and match these ideas with your own for a look that truly shines.
