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5 Creative Ways You Can Decorate Your Home With String Lights

<div><p>I've been searching for ways to decorate my bedroom without making a drastic change. After some time hunting for inspiration and ideas, I stumbled upon a room where the owner used string lights to decorate and I was instantly sold! </p><p>String lights generally have a strong association with Christmas and festive decorating but let me assure that using these lights will add a little whimsical yet modern touch to your space. </p><p>So if you do not want to commit to a permanent change (because some of us get easily bored and will regret that green paint on the wall) then here are<b> </b><strong>5 ways in which you can incorporate string lights in your home</strong>. </p><p>Use this list as an inspiration and play around with placement, designs and light styles (I'm a huge fan of fairy lights) to add your own personal touch.</p><p><!-- [invalid-shortcode] --></p><h2>1. DIY Constellation Wall Art</h2><p>Show your artsy side and create a lit up wall piece by placing string lights on the back of a canvas. This <a href="http://makezine.com/2013/05/03/how-to-diy-lighted-constellation-wall-art/">DIY lighted constellation wall art</a> is a great example of a string light canvas art. The possibilities are endless so feel free to experiment with different designs, techniques and styles to suit your home decor.</p><div><figure><a href="http://makezine.com/2013/05/03/how-to-diy-lighted-constellation-wall-art/" target="_blank"><amp-img src="https://www.shared.com/content/images/2017/03/threadbanger_star_wall_art.jpg" title="" alt="" height="9" width="16" layout="responsive"></amp-img></a><figcaption class="op-vertical-center"><cite><a href="http://makezine.com/2013/05/03/how-to-diy-lighted-constellation-wall-art/" target="_blank">Make Zine</a></cite></figcaption></figure></div><h2>2. String Light Wall Art</h2><p>Spell out words and letters using string lights and clear wall hooks, staples or thumbtacks. If you need some inspiration, check out this <a href="http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2014/04/our-homemade-rope-light-sign.html">rope light sign</a> and this <a href="https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/a8/67/da/a867dab7772bf56bb3de3d09e8b3b165.jpg">dreamy bedroom wall</a>.</p><div><figure><amp-img src="https://www.shared.com/content/images/2017/03/lifebuzz-7f8b4bd1575b2dd785c2a3b6d5a6232b-limit_2000.jpg" title="" alt="" height="9" width="16" layout="responsive"></amp-img><figcaption class="op-vertical-center"><cite>Lifebuzz</cite></figcaption></figure></div><p><!-- [invalid-shortcode] --></p><p><strong>Click on the next page for more ingenious ways to spruce up your abode with string lights.</strong></p><p></p><p></p><h2>3. Sparkling Bed Decor</h2><p>Grab some tulle and fairy lights and hang them on the <a href="http://www.architectureartdesigns.com/23-amazing-canopies-string-lights-ideas/">ceiling above your bed</a> to create a relaxing and a magical ambience in your bedroom. Best part? No canopy bed required!</p><div><figure><amp-img src="https://www.shared.com/content/images/2017/03/1273.jpg" title="" alt="" height="9" width="16" layout="responsive"></amp-img><figcaption class="op-vertical-center"><cite>Pinterest</cite></figcaption></figure></div><h2>4. Glowing Wine Bottles</h2><p>Put your old wine bottles as lighted decor pieces. You can combine different bottle and light colors to add some extra fun. Here's an easy <a href="http://witandwhistle.com/2009/11/03/diy-wine-bottle-light/">step-by-step</a> on how to make them.</p><div><figure><amp-img src="https://www.shared.com/content/images/2017/03/05-wine-uses.jpg" title="" alt="" height="9" width="16" layout="responsive"></amp-img><figcaption class="op-vertical-center"><cite>Thie Old House</cite></figcaption></figure></div><p><!-- [invalid-shortcode] --></p><h2>5. String Light Picture Wall</h2><p>Hang your favourite pictures using string lights! This is one of my favourite ways to add a unique, slightly-quirky-but-modern touch to a room. Here's a quick and easy <a href="http://www.lights4fun.co.uk/the-blog/bedroom-fairy-light-ideas-quick-easy-diy-fairy-light-wall/">tutorial</a>.</p><div><figure><amp-img src="https://www.shared.com/content/images/2017/03/fairy-light-wall1.jpg" title="" alt="" height="9" width="16" layout="responsive"></amp-img><figcaption class="op-vertical-center"><cite>Lights 4 Fun</cite></figcaption></figure></div><p><strong>Note:</strong> Always remember to opt for LED string lights to avoid fire hazards.</p><p></p></div>

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