15 Whimsical Ways to Decorate Your Home With String Lights

Christmas lights are not just for the holidays. They can be such a great whimsical, playful, modern or simple home decor accessory any time of year. You can use them to show off your favorite photos, or drape them around your bed for a more sophisticated night light. Here are some examples of how to decorate with string lights to create a dreamy living space!

1. Use string lights with clothespins to hang your favorite photos

(via: imgfave)

2. Fill wine bottles with lights to make a beautiful centerpiece

(Tutorial: ehow)

3. Make a light-up rug with crochet yarn and rope lights

(Tutorial: SansLimitesCrochet)

4. Hang lights from your ceiling

(via: NestOfPosies)

5. Create this gorgeous heart frame using only Christmas lights

(Tutorial: PostalPix)

6. Use string lights to create a fake headboard

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7. Make a sparkle mirror garland and brighten up any room in your home

(Tutorial: Apartment Therapy)

8. Add extra “warmth” to your living space by creating this faux fire pit

(Tutorial: FreePeople)