The do s and don ts.
How to wrap christmas lights around outside trees.
It is important to check all lights before decorating to ensure they are in working condition.
But for all the oomph that wrapping trees will add to your display it s not a difficult task.
Use about four fingers to get consistent spacing between each wrap around the tree trunk.
Cover your trees in twinkling christmas lights that look magical and professional.
Begin wrapping the lights around the tree s trunk moving upward with each winding.
It s a wonderful way to make sightseeing christmas enthusiasts say ooh and ahh as they slowly pass by your home.
With halloween and the upcoming winter holidays coming up you may be tempted to hang up some decorations in your backyard to celebrate.
Don t worry you got this.
Plug in and untangle all strands of lights here are some tip on how to untangle christmas lights.
Check out my 6 easy steps to wrap lights on an outdoor tree to decorate for christmas or to dress up an outdoor patio.
To ensure even spacing check the distance between windings with your hand.
Lights on outdoor trees give a warm and cozy feeling.
Not every branch needs to be wrapped and branches should be selected to allow for an even pleasing distribution of light.
Aim for uniform spacing to make the finished project look its best.
Test the lights to make sure that they re working.
Most outdoor trees are wrapped the length of the trunk and approximately 3 4 high in the extending branches.
Follow these instructions to wrap outside trees with christmas lights.
Step by step guide.
Wrapping lights around your trees.
Wrapping outdoor trees with lights is much easier with two people and by keeping the string in a neat ball.