10 Diy String Light Ideas

Tips: Use LED lights as they save energy and are safer because they generate less heat. Adhesive clips will help keep your DIY string lights hanging without leaving any holes or marks on the walls.

1. Ping Pong Bulbs

These elegant spherical lights cost just a few bucks to make. Buy a bulk pack of pong balls and follow the instructions by Honey and Lime.

2. Gilded

A can of spray paint and string of globe lights creates a high-end result. Get the (hilarious) step by step details from The Boozy Bungalow who shares, “They look fabulous on my black fireplace, but they’ll also look really nice on your Christmas tree, or wherever the hell you plan to hang them”.

3. Kitties

How adorable are these little black cat lights by Cakies; perfect for a fun room accent, Halloween, and crazy cat ladies alike!

4. Ombre

This gradient garland made with lantern globes just might be our personal favorite. It’s easy to DIY with instruction from The Merry Thought, and the completed look is super versatile.

5. Cute Cups

It only took five minutes for Krisha at Jacks and Kate to upgrade her string lights with, that’s right, baking cups. The end result looks pretty sweet.

6. Starlight

Create your very own constellation with these star-embellished lights by Monica at Mon Makes Things. Pro tip: purchase twinkle lights for an added glimmer effect.

7. Natural Look

Even when unplugged, this string light DIY elevates the room. Amy at Homey Oh My! lit up greens for a gorgeous look whether hung on a wall, over the patio, or laid upon a tablescape.

8. Personalized Pyramids

Perfect for a celebration, one’s name, or displaying a fun message, letters are illuminated on this paper pennant garland. Get the details for these DIY string lights over at One Wed.

9. No-Hassel Tassel

Accent a string of lights with tassels of various hues and lengths. Click over to Feathering My Nest to read more.

10. Paper Cutouts

A string of mini lights and paper leaf cutouts resulted in this dainty display by Dream Green DIY . Plus, this fun piece is a quick way to add a pop of color to a plain interior.