Unless it's cash, lights are my favorite gift for new grads who are headed to the dorms. Most universities prohibit burning candles on campus (that makes perfect sense!) so Christmas string lights … [Read more...] about Dorm lights – 5 ways to brighten the first day of school!
Decorating Tips
Replacement bulbs for metal letters
Metal signs with lights add a ton of character to any party or home decoration. One of our customers replaced the lights in the above rustic yard "Wine" sign using G30 white (clear or transparent) … [Read more...] about Replacement bulbs for metal letters
Lighting up your game day spirit
What is your favorite football team? Do you throw a lot of game day parties? What to liven up your game watching atmosphere? Items needed: Christmas lights or craft lights of team colors … [Read more...] about Lighting up your game day spirit
Turning dorm rooms from dull to lit
Our friend Mary moved into her dorm room last week at Georgia Tech (With a full scholarship!!! Wahoo! Congratulations!). She hung her warm white christmas lights under her bed to help light her dark … [Read more...] about Turning dorm rooms from dull to lit
See how our friends in France decorate
Marc, one of our international customers located in France shares with us how he uses Christmas Light Source to decorates for the Christmas season. His family enjoys holiday lights on their 8-foot … [Read more...] about See how our friends in France decorate
Rustic Chic Cotton and Succulent Centerpiece
We love quick and easy projects and this one qualifies on both counts and uses two of the hottest current design trends - cotton and bromeliads. Perfect as a dinner party centerpiece because it … [Read more...] about Rustic Chic Cotton and Succulent Centerpiece
Winter Wonderland Commercial Shoot
Our friends at Wild Abandon Design created a “Winter Wonderland” commercial shoot for a client representing a hair care product. They "wanted the trees representing the product (the decorated trees) … [Read more...] about Winter Wonderland Commercial Shoot
LED Battery Lights for Theatrical Performance
We love this photo that one of our customers sent us of our LED battery lights in action! The sets that this young lady is wearing is a pure white set with white wire. So cute! These battery … [Read more...] about LED Battery Lights for Theatrical Performance
What vintage style lights are available?
Whether it’s the 60’s, 70’s or 80’s, retro is all the rage in fashion, home decor and lights! Millenials want to create a cool vintage vibe to match their mod-inspired IKEA hacks and folks who have a … [Read more...] about What vintage style lights are available?
How to Make Paper Lanterns with Lights
Need colored lights quick to match a party? Forgot to decorate for the holiday, and the holiday is already here? Learn how to make paper lanterns, and you can make DIY lantern string lights to … [Read more...] about How to Make Paper Lanterns with Lights
13 Ways to use your Christmas Lights All Year!
Don't keep all of your Christmas lights in your storage closet this year. Pull them out and put them to work. Lights that have made your Holiday sparkle will make other events and everyday … [Read more...] about 13 Ways to use your Christmas Lights All Year!
Summer Luau Lights
We are loving summer here in Texas and hoping that the thermometer stays below 100 degrees for a few more days. We want to plan those outdoor pool parties, BBQ's and even our own version of the … [Read more...] about Summer Luau Lights
Lighted Ribbon Garland
We love the idea of simple craft projects to add interest to a room. When combined with lights, it's even better! This easy lighted ribbon garland added a special touch to our Easter decorations. With … [Read more...] about Lighted Ribbon Garland
Lighting Christmas Centerpieces
Thanksgiving is behind us and not we are headed full blast to Christmas. Its time to turn our attention to a lovely table. In my world this means repurposing I'm planning my retro Christmas … [Read more...] about Lighting Christmas Centerpieces
DIY: Installing Christmas lights on yard art!
This Christmas yard angel had lost it's glow but fortunately for this beautiful sculpture Tim, the owner, decided to repair and replace rather than recycle. When you are working on a project lights … [Read more...] about DIY: Installing Christmas lights on yard art!
Party Lights: Lighting up the barn!
One of our Christmas lights customers just sent us these photos of how they are using our multi color LED light strings to light up their barn. Notoriously hard to photograph, these photos don't do … [Read more...] about Party Lights: Lighting up the barn!
Lighting a Jack O’ Lantern for Halloween
In the Robinson house, we LOVE carving pumpkins. Here in Texas, one week before Halloween is the earliest we can carve our oversized squash since it is 90 degrees in October. (They almost mold the … [Read more...] about Lighting a Jack O’ Lantern for Halloween
Decorating tips from the airport! Who knew?
Walking through the airport in Minneapolis, MN earlier today I saw these fantastic wine bottle chandeliers and thought that seeing the photos would be as inspirational for you as they were for … [Read more...] about Decorating tips from the airport! Who knew?
Spotted! Patio lights Used In Once Upon a Time Finale
Did you happen to catch the final episode of Once Upon a Time? I especially enjoyed the quiet moment shared by a couple of the main characters in a restaurant patio. (I won't say who. Like … [Read more...] about Spotted! Patio lights Used In Once Upon a Time Finale
Lights Used in Carlsbad Caverns Display
For a special Easter treat, I had a Mom-and-Son trip with my 8 year old. I drove him to West Texas to stay with my folks and we all drove to Carlsbad Caverns for a geological field trip. (Because … [Read more...] about Lights Used in Carlsbad Caverns Display