Elevate your celebrations and everyday ambiance with 55+ awesome string-light DIYs for any occasion! Whether you’re planning a cozy gathering, a festive party, or want to brighten up your living space, these creative projects offer endless inspiration. From whimsical garden decorations to enchanting indoor displays, string lights can transform any environment into a magical retreat. Discover unique ideas, such as DIY lanterns, custom light strings for special events, or seasonal decor, that will impress your guests and enhance your home. Get ready to illuminate your life with these delightful DIY string light ideas, perfect for any style and occasion!
You don’t have to put those string lights away after the holidays. There are so many elegant ways to incorporate string lights into your home decor.
01. Wrap Them Around An Interestingly Shaped Mirror.
02. Wrap A Strand Of Paper Lantern String Lights Around A Twig And Hang Above The Bed.
03. Drape Bigger Bulbs Casually To Create An Effortless Lamp.
04. Drape Lights Over A Bookshelf.
Use 3M clear plastic adhesive tabs to help guide the lights to the desired locations.
05. Create A Tree.
Incorporate the lights into a twig Christmas tree.
06. Use Them With Clothespins To Hang Photographs.
07. Create A Lit-Up Display By Poking Holes In A Canvas.
More directions here.
08. String Lights Around Baskets, Or Fill Baskets With Lights.
09. Fill Wine Bottles With Lights To Make A Spectacular Centerpiece.
10. Create An Angelic Paper Doily Wreath.
Get the instructions here.
11. Or Use The Doilies To Make A Wedding Garland.
Cut small holes in the center of the doilies and insert the lights through them.
12. Cover Dixie Cups With Fancy Paper To Make Small Shades For String Lights.
13. Create A String Of Paper Cube Lights.
Get the full directions here.
Instead of putting lights in the boxes, you could intertwine them with an origami box garland.
14. Crochet Around A Rope Light To Create A Light-Up Rug.
15. Tie Squares Of Tulle Fabric Along A String Of Christmas Lights.
16. For The Holidays, Mix Lights With Old Ornaments.
17. Cover Bulbs With Dyed Cheesecloth.
Get the full directions here.
18. Create Colorful Twine Balls To Encase The Lights.
Get the full tutorial here.
19. Make Snowflake Lights With Store-Bought Bouquet Holders.
20. Mix With Rope For A Nautical-Themed Room.
21. Create A Net Effect In A Bedroom.
22. 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.
See the full tutorial here.
24. You Can Also Use Egg Cartons For A Similar Effect.
Get the instructions here.
25. Spell Out A Message With These Pendant Lights.
Make the letters by poking holes in the paper.
26. Make A Flashing Cardboard Christmas Tree.
Poke holes in the cardboard and stick the lights through.
27. Create A Romantic Headboard Piece.
“Build a simple wood frame from 2×4s, and add crossbeams. Drill small holes to put cords through in the bottom of each opening. Paint your frame and screw it 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.”
28. Use Shiny Wrapping Paper To Create Giant Candy Lights.
Get the directions here.
29. Cover Lights With Mason Jars.
You can buy them here.
30. Electrify An Old Stuffed Animal With LED lights.
Get the instructions here.
31. Spell Out Letters.
32. How You Can Use String Lights To Make Your Bedroom Look Dreamy.
Here’s something you can do if you have a canopy bed: hang string lights to make twinkling draperies. They’ll look magical, and they’ll make your bedroom look like a princess’s lair. And even if you don’t have a canopy bed, you can still get this look by simply hanging draperies and string lights from the ceiling.
Now here’s something really cool you can make if you have a canopy. The fairy lights resemble twinkling stars, enveloping the bed to create a truly cozy atmosphere.
Instead of a headboard, you can have a breezy drapery behind the bed. It can be see-through and you can hide string lights behind it to create a whimsical effect.
How would you like to fall asleep watching tiny twinkling lights resembling stars above your bed? They’re not as cool as the actual stars, but they definitely make the bedroom look stunning.
33. Cut Out Black Cat Shapes To Make These Cute String Lights.
34. Wrap Lights Around A Wire Wreath.
Possibly the easiest DIY wreath that exists.
35. Make A Lit-Up Bed Canopy Using Icicle Lights.
36. String With Sequins And Foil To Make This Sparkly Garland.
Get the directions here.
37. Make A Colorful Garland From Birthday Hats.
38. Cut Up Streamers To Make These Fringe Lights.
Get the directions here.
39. Use Foil Cupcake Liners As Light Embellishments.
This is an excellent idea for any holiday party.
40. Tie Ribbons Between Lights.
41. Make The Sparkliest Backdrop Ever With Mirrors And Lights.
Get the directions here.
42. Use Twigs To Make This Rustic Chandelier.
This can be easily adapted for use with string lights.
43. Make A Strand Of Himmeli Lights.
These are $77 from Etsy, but you could DIY something similar using these instructions and black straws.
44. 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.
Great for a children’s playroom. Get more information here.
46. Make Halloween Luminaria By Filling Milk Jugs With Lights.
47. My Fairy Light Mason Jars!
48. Stargazer Lights
49. Hallway Idea To Steal
50. Kids’ Room Idea
51. Christmas Home Tour Part 2: Rustic Christmas
52. Fairy Light Crafts
53. DIY Lamp: Branch With Chain Of Lights
54. Twelve Constellation Projects, Products, And Pretties That Bring The Night Sky Inside
55. Fairy Light Tent
56. Lights Around The Chandelier
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