Helpful Outdoor Decorating Tips for the Holidays

If you are a Christmas decorating enthusiast, hanging outdoor lights and decorations can be one of the most enjoyable parts of the season. However, if you go into light-hanging mode without a plan in mind, your house may end up looking like the Griswolds’ – lights of every shape, color and style on every surface of your house and yard. Keep your Christmas light displays tasteful by following these tips.

Create a design plan. Decide which areas of your house and yard you would like to emphasize – such as the entryway or a unique architectural feature – and make them your focal points. Choose one or two of your favorite styles and colors of lights, and stick with those to maintain uniformity in your display. For example, use one color and style of lights on your house, and another coordinating color for your trees and shrubs.

Check and measure. Take time well in advance of the Christmas season to pull out all of the lights and lighted decorations you intend to use. Inventory how many strands you have, and check for any bulbs that aren’t working. If you are decorating a new area, measure carefully in order to figure out the correct number of strands to purchase. It’s also crucial to know the distance to your power sources and how many extension cords you will need.

Decorate away! Christmas lights can be strung virtually anywhere using popular multi-purpose light clips. They can be hung along rooflines and eaves, and around posts, pillars, doors and windows. Lighted wreaths and garlands accented with ribbons and bows are not only beautiful, but will add a festive touch to your home that can be seen in the daylight. Net lights are great choice for bushes.

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