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Category: Entertaining

5-Minute Project: 4th of July Glass Block

Posted on June 17, 2022June 17, 2022

Glass blocks aren’t just for 80’s decor. Available at local hobby and craft shops, they are now made with one side open so drilling is no longer required. If you have a glass block in your crafting stash, add a set of craft lights and patriotic gel clings for a project that looks great on…

Get This Look: Magical Backyard Pergola

Posted on June 17, 2022June 17, 2022

Revive a pergola by lighting it up! In mid-May, our pergola was a sad sight. So faded and needing cleaning, we didn’t enjoy our backyard nearly as much as we should. We saved money by restoring our tired pergola and outdoor furniture with power washing and staining. Installing string and curtain lights made what was…

Hula Hoop Chandelier

4th of July Hula Hoop Chandelier

Posted on June 1, 2022June 1, 2022

Always on the lookout for different ways to use Christmas lights, we couldn’t resist trying a hula hoop chandelier. Since so many of our celebrations with lights involve patriotic holidays, we chose to make this project red, white, and blue.  Materials red, white, and, blue icicle lights clear packing tape twine or jute any color…

Backyard Sauna with Lights

Get This Look: Curtain lights add fun and romance to the backyard

Posted on January 11, 2021January 12, 2021

Whether it’s a backyard sauna, a firepit, or a covered patio, we all want a backyard haven. With Valentines around the corner, don’t forget lighting to create a magical outdoor space for relaxing outside after a Valentine’s Day dinner-for-two or a “Gal”-entine party with friends. To get this look, 3 sets of curtain lights span…

Chicken Spaghetti

The Best Chicken Spaghetti Recipe

Posted on October 19, 2020October 22, 2020

Over the last few months rather than potlucks and get-togethers, I have found myself making casseroles for friends and neighbors to help out after surgery, commiserate after a job loss, or just be a smiling face with food on the doorstep. Chicken Spaghetti is my absolute favorite recipe for sharing or an indulgence every once…

Lighting Outdoor Trees

Lighting Outdoor Trees for a Party

Posted on August 21, 2020September 1, 2020

We love to see how customers use lights for parties and special occasions. These lights were installed between trees to celebrate a milestone birthday. Get the Look! Outdoor rated light cords with E26/Medium base sockets Glass T50 bulbs Be sure to keep all cords tucked out of the way and off any walkways. Be sure…

Christmas Family Traditions

Christmas Family Traditions

Posted on August 21, 2020September 1, 2020

Making memories with your kids is one of the highlights of every holiday season. From drinking hot cocoa and playing Christmas music while hanging ornaments on a real tree when it’s 100 degrees outside to choosing to all pink lights inside and out for December, there are simple, easy, and sometimes inexpensive activities to count…

Coleslaw for every occasion!

Posted on June 10, 2020June 10, 2020

Cook outs, street tacos, and picnics are all celebrations that may require a great coleslaw. Here is my recipe. It’s become a favorite with friends and family. The key is to keep tasting the dressing until it is really flavorful and use a great mayonnaise like Dukes. Here are the ingredients. Mix everything but the…

Easy Beer Bread

Posted on March 27, 2020March 27, 2020

Beer bread is super easy and is sure to impress family and guests. Ingredients Ingredients 3 cups sifted flour 3 t baking powder 1 t salt 1/4 c sugar 1 can beer – dark is nice 1/2 c melted butter Instructions Sift flour through a mesh colander into a bowl Sprinkle baking powder, salt, and…

Outdoor light strings with multi colored bulbs

5 Easy Steps to Personalized String Lights

Posted on March 10, 2020March 30, 2022

We all love strings of twinkle lights brightening the yard during the Christmas Season but have you asked yourself. . . . What about Spring? The good news for Spring is there are a ton of options to light your outdoor entertainment areas. Personalized commercial-grade light strings are a magical way to accent pergolas, porches, open spaces, and more. If you plan…

Winter Wonderland Centerpiece - Snowglobe

Winter Wonderland Centerpiece

Posted on December 11, 2019December 12, 2019

December or January, this project is a perfect project to brighten a dining table, accent table or entryway. Materials A large glass vase Faux snow Battery lights Accent objects like little trees We started with a simple, oversized, glass globe. Purchased at Michael’s with a discount coupon it was between $20-$30. A large cylindrical, round,…

Battery Lights, Mason Jars, and Dr. Who!

Posted on September 30, 2019September 30, 2019

Be inspired by this 5-minute project to accessorize your next party!

Halloween party lights

Easy Halloween Party Lights – Ping Pong Ball Crafts

Posted on September 20, 2019October 4, 2019

Planning a Halloween Party?  Decorating for Autumn? I love using ping pong balls to transform any set of Christmas lights into the perfect accent for a party. This time of year, ORANGE is the perfect color. Here are quick and easy instructions: 1. Assemble your materials A string of yellow or orange mini lights for…

DIY: Hula Hoop Chandelier

Posted on July 19, 2019November 15, 2019

Wedding tents, pergolas, and porches are perfect places for today’s project. We love how a string of lights and a few accessories that you may already have on hand turn a basic hula hoop into a beautiful chandelier! Materials Hula Hoop – find one at a dollar store, a big-box retailer, or at home in…

The Perfect Margarita

Posted on February 22, 2019February 22, 2019

Every February, we raise our glass to toast National Margarita Day and dream about warm Spring and Summer days ahead! Read more about this February 22nd “holiday” at the  Official Margarita Day website. While we don’t know exactly who created the margarita we raise our glasses in tribute and say, “Muchas Gracias!”. Here’s my favorite…

Oreo Truffles

Posted on February 1, 2019February 1, 2019

Oreo Truffles are the hidden gem in our kitchen. With only 3 ingredients they are quick and easy. But with their decadent flavor, people never suspect how easy they are to make. Ingredients 1 15oz package of Oreos 1 8oz package of cream cheese 1 16 oz package of melting chocolate parchment paper optional –…

Cheese Herb Snacks

Posted on February 1, 2019February 1, 2019

Need an idea for quick party food? Add this fun recipe to your list of things to do before the party so you and your guests can enjoy the game without standing in the kitchen. These happy crackers work great for a shower or adult birthday party. They’re lovely with a glass of lemonade or…

Lighting Pre-Game Tail Gate Parties – University of Utah

Posted on December 10, 2018December 10, 2018

We love a good party! What is more fun than gathering pre-game with friends to enjoy food, drinks, and fun before the big kickoff? Cheering on the University of Utah team, Alexis celebrated team colors and used red 12-volt LED Christmas lights. Installation was easy since the lit part of the light strings is a reasonable…

Christmas Recipe Collection

Posted on November 29, 2018November 29, 2018

Just in time for Christmas, we have compiled our 3 favorite recipes for you to enjoy all in one place: Chocolate Fudge Recipe – Old fashioned Ingredients 1 1/2 C Milk 4 oz Unsweetened chocolate (Baker’s squares work well for this) 4 C Sugar 3 tbsp Light corn syrup 1/4 tsp Salt 3 tbsp Butter…

Homemade Instant Pot Caramel Sauce

Posted on October 22, 2018October 2, 2020

Nothing says fall like “Homemade” Caramel Sauce. This simple Instant-pot recipe won’t scorch (scorching really is horrifying!) and the finished sauce is perfect for fall apples. Ingredients 1 – 3 cans of sweetened condensed milk 1 Tbsp vanilla per can of condensed milk Directions Remove the label from the can of condensed milk. Open the…

Brighten Up a Baby Centerpiece with Battery Lights

Posted on August 4, 2018September 30, 2019

Battery operated lights make decorating any event a delight! For our first project, we tucked a set of battery operated micro LED lights  under a centerpiece with a tissue paper accordion base. Just pop the battery lights under the centerpiece.   The lights cast a beautiful glow along the table.   We tucked battery lights and table…

Peonies and Battery Lights

Posted on August 4, 2018November 28, 2020

Filling a simple vase with marbles, paper shred, glass beads, and lights is a simple and easy way to add ambiance to any event or room of the house. Materials vase LED Mason Jar battery lights for the flowers LED battery fairy lights flowers – either silk or real (if they are real and in…

DIY Wine Cork Craft!

Posted on August 1, 2018November 25, 2018

    Have a bowl of wine cork you’ve been saving for a project? Have you been saving those wine cork from the bottle of wine you drink on your anniversary? Are you looking for a fun way to accent your bar cart? This project is for you. Materials Micro LED battery lights  Corks Vase…

Summer Highlights

Posted on May 31, 2018

It’s that time of year when we feature our Summer Highlights through the years.. Crock Pot Summer Pulled Pork Summer Luau Lights https://blog.christmas-light-source.com/sparkle-under-the-stars/

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