Decorating with Curtain Lights

I'm sure there are a lot of people out there that get on Pinterest and other websites looking for inspiration on how to decorate their wedding. Well, we are here to offer a fantastic suggestion, curtain lights. They are so pretty and simple to hang at almost any venue.

Curtain lights are basically built like a standard mini light string, just in a curtain type design. They come on both green and white wire with 150 clear lights. Each drop is about 6" apart and the bulbs have a spacing of about 6" also. Overall the entire set is about 6' wide and 5' long. You can also plug two sets end-to-end, this way you can make a lighted background a little wider.Curtain lights are also lightweight and so simple to hang. You can use 3M adhesive hangers, heavy duty tape, making a frame or even hanging them from a drop ceiling.

Some of the most common ways that people use these are for weddings and special occasions, as backgrounds. Hanging them behind the head table at a wedding reception, at the ceremony behind the happy couple for stunning photos or even for the background of a beautiful photo booth. If you want to soften the glow of the lights, you can cover them with some sheer or color fabric that matches you decor. The possibilities are endless for using curtain lights.

DIY Tulle and Light Wreath

Photo: WagDoll

So many people out there these days want to decorate for holidays and weddings with DIY projects instead of spending huge amounts of money on decorations. There are so many tutorials out there now that will help you decorate for almost any occasion. We thought we might share one of our favorites with you, a light and tulle wreath. It is so simple and fun to make. Plus, anyone that has ever done a craft probably has most of the supplies just laying around the house.

Materials:

1 X 12" Foam Wreath

Tulle (color of your choice)

Matching Ribbon

Battery Operated LED Lights

Start out with wrapping the entire wreath with ribbon. Be sure to secure both ends with ever a straight pin or glue. The ribbon should match your tulle. But if you wanted to do a Christmas one, red and green ribbon would work great. The same goes for any holiday color scheme or wedding decor. Just keep it fun and festive, for whatever the occasion. 

Next, wrap your fairy lights around the wreath. Try to be sure that your LED bulbs are evenly spaced, you don't want to have them all bunched in one place or another. Also be sure to keep the battery pack in the back of the wreath. That way when you display it, it won't be seen. 

Now it is time to get out your tulle. You will want it in strips about 18" X 4". After you have cut plenty of strips that you believe will cover the whole wreath, you can start tying it on. All you have to do is tie it on making a double knot in the front. Remember the more strips you use, the fluffier your wreath is going to be. While tying on the strips of tulle, cut a couple of strips that are a bit longer so that you can tie them around the battery pack on the back of the wreath to secure it. 

It's time to display your creation. Cut a piece of coordinating ribbon (long enough to hang the wreath) and tie it around your wreath, making a bow so that you can hang it. Then all that is left is to turn on the battery pack. Sit back back and admire your project.

There you have it, a fun, festive and inexpensive DIY project that will work for all occasions. Get out your crafting supplies and try it out! Have fun and enjoy!

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Hannah

Christmas Lights Shop

White Wire Curtain Lights for Weddings Back in Stock!

Christmas Lights Shop.com has White Wire Curtain Lights back in stock! These curtain lights are popular for weddings and have been sold out most everywhere until recently. Our sets feature 150 bulbs and are approximately 6 feet across and 5 feet tall.

Curtain lights are a simple and painless way to create a beautiful backdrop. Just hang the light curtain and layer some sheer fabric overtop for a subtle and elegant effect that looks great during a wedding ceremony or as accent lighting during a reception. We sell many sets of curtain lights and 95% of the time it's for this application and all of customers fall in love with the effect!

Curtain Lights behind Sheer Fabric

Check our Curtain lights on ChristmasLightsShop.com
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Zach

Wedding Lights at ChristmasLightsShop.com

Globe Lights for Wedding, Photo by Ben Blood

Wedding Lights

Fairly Recently we decided to create a Wedding lights section on our site, while many of the products listed on the site are perfect for weddings we are trying to give our customers an easier shopping experience.

Apart from the normal christmas lights strings we carry we have added a selection of other really cool products that would spruce up any even but we hand picked these products with brides in mind.

• Candles -  We offer quality Luminara candles and Flicker Flame bulbs. These products give you the look of flames without any risk of fire. They are great for windows, tables, etc.
• Curtain & Net Lights - Curtain and Net lights offer a quick way to cover and area without having to mess with multiple light strings. Great for making backdrops or using as cover on greenery. Please note, when you're hanging curtains they need time to relax to straighten up completely.
• Floralytes - These small battery lights are great for centerpieces, tables, vases, even bouquets! We carry Floralyte II (these feature and on/off switch) and Submersible Floralytes for going in vases, fountains, pools, bowls, etc. Please note, don't use the submersible lights in anything that will hold liquid for consumption.
• Globe Lights - G30, G40, & G50 bulbs and light strings. Great for hanging in tents, above tables, or stringing around the ceremony. Globe lights are super popular for weddings and look great regardless of the theme.
• White Wire Mini Lights - We carry a lot of mini lights, and we put our white wire mini lights  with clear bulbs into this category so it's easier to navigate. Now we still carry all the colored mini lights on white wire you just have to get to them via the Mini Lights page. 

While this website is still in it's infancy we have all the knowledge to help light up your wedding. Feel free to contact us and we'll help find just the right lights for your application and get the best price possible! Thanks for checking out the blog.

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Zach

Flicker Flame Lights

Sometimes you want to have the appearance of a gentle flickering flame but you really don't want to run the risk of catching something on fire. Your solution could be flicker flame bulbs. The unique flame-like bulbs are perfect for giving the illusion without any risk.

Flicker flame lights are screw in bulbs with a C7 (candelabra) base. They have 2 metal filaments that light up yellow and red, which looks like a real flickering flame from a candle. These are most commonly seen on faux wax candle sticks, but that is not the only option. We offer them in packs of 3 flicker flame bulbs and light strings of 7 bulbs with about 24" bulbs spacing.

Luminara Flameless Candles

Luminara are candles for any and every where.  These amazing flameless candles can add a touch of real candle elegance without any worry of fires or dripping wax getting on carpet or furniture. Unlike other flameless alternatives these candles really mimic the look of a flickering flame just like on a real burning candle. Luminara candles are kid safe and pet friendly. No worries of anyone getting burned because they get to close. These flameless candles can be used just about everywhere, boats, patios, photo shoots, offices, churches, kid’s rooms, classrooms, storefronts, restaurants and that is just to mention a few. You get the all the benefits of a real candle with none of the worries.

Luminara candles are made with real wax and have a melted top front for a realistic feel. All you need is 2 “D” batteries and you should get approximately 240 hours. They have an on/off/24 hour timer switch. The timer on these flameless candles will stay lit 5 hours and go off for 19 hours. Using these types of alternatives to real candles gives you a much longer lifespan and they are so much more practical.

Check out the Luminara Candles at Christmas Lights Shop.

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Hannah

Uses for Craft Lights

Just because we call most light strings Christmas lights does not mean that is their only use. Craft lights are becoming a very big seller. These smaller light strings can be used for so many neat crafts because they are easier to handle and are much more practical. Here are will give you an idea of some uses for these no-end-connector light strings.

Lighting Your Wedding : Decorating Plan

Preparing to decorate for your wedding can be one of the most tedious and daunting tasks for a bride or wedding planner. Most people do not have an idea of how to execute the project before they decide to order their supplies. Laying out a plan, deciding on how to hang them, how to get power, how to hide wires,   these are the most important part of lighting your wedding and should never be an afterthought. Doing this upfront will help to determine the type and amount of lights you will need.

Globe Lights

Globe lights set a mood with a classic style. These bulbs offer a little extra elegance then your typical mini lights and can be used for any occasion from weddings to your most casual outdoor cookout. With the huge selection that is on the market for globe bulbs there is something for every decor or theme.

Sometimes all the options for lights can be a bit overwhelming  Globe lights are not  an exception to the rule. Globe bulbs usually come in 4 sizes, G8 - 1", G30 - 1 1/8", G40 - 1 1/2" and G50 - 2" in diameter. The size you will need for each project can vary on the venue, amount of space you have and personal preference. These festive lights also come in 2 different base sizes, candelabra base (C7/E-12) and intermediate base (C9/E17). These are the standard bases for most screw-in type Christmas lights.

Lighting Your Wedding with Christmas Lights

With wedding season quickly approaching, we thought it was the perfect time to start thinking about lighting for the big day. Nowadays it can seem a bit overwhelming with all the options. We would like to help narrow down what you are looking for and give you some tips on how to use them in the right way, to make the lighting at your wedding spectacular.