As the holiday season approaches, many of us are looking for new decorating ideas to spruce up our homes. Every year we string up lights on our trees, rooftops, and in the windows – it’s a Christmas tradition! But have you ever thought about using those lights in other creative ways? Here are some ideas for using flowers from your local Fayetteville PA florist.
Draping Lights Along a Fence
One idea that’s perfect if you have a fence in your yard is to drape strands of multicolored lights along the top of it, kind of like how you would wrap lights around a tree. Then place little artificial flowers between the lights as you go. You can find bouquets of fake flowers really inexpensively in craft stores. Just hot glue them to sticks so you can stake them into the ground along the fence line. It creates a really pretty illuminated flower border that you don’t have to water! We think this would look gorgeous at nighttime.
Hanging Garlands on the Porch
Another idea is to take your holiday light strands and wrap them vertically through artificial flower garlands to make hanging porch decorations. You can use any size or color lights you prefer. Just carefully wrap the lights through the stems of the faux flowers so they illuminate from within the garland. Tie each end with ribbon so you have finished hanging pieces. Use small command hooks or twine to hang them from your porch ceiling, banister, or pillars for a whimsical outdoor welcome. Your porch will smell a lot better than if you used pine garlands!
Illuminating Garden Stakes
If you have an empty spot in your garden or lawn that needs a festive tweak, try lighting up some standing garden stakes with flowers. Take tall, thin garden stakes and wrap them diagonally with holiday lights from top to bottom. Then fix bouquets, sprigs, or individual flowers along the lights on the stakes as you wrap. You can create a cool glowing flower accent without disturbing existing plants. Arrange the lit-up stakes in bunches for maximum impact after dark. Kids will think they’re magical, glowing flowers!
Winding Pathway Markers
A pretty way to welcome visitors down your front walk is to create little glowing flower markers lining the path. You can make these by tightly coiling a string of lights, then pushing a faux flower or two into the coil to disguise the bulbs. Finish with a bow. Stake these lit creations at intervals along the sidewalk leading up to your entryway. Your walkway will guide guests to a door surrounded by lit flowers – how dreamy! And no one will accidentally step on real blooms.
Lighting Up the Banister
Do you have an open-railed staircase or banister inside your home? You have the perfect blank canvas on which to string fairy lights and flowers! Starting at the bottom, weave strands of miniature white lights in and out of the railing spindles as you go up. Use floral wire or twist ties to attach small flowers, leaves, or sprigs between the bulbs as accent pieces. Plug in the lights to enjoy your own lit floral installation leading upstairs.
Topping Table Centerpieces with Lights
Pretty up your dining room or coffee table for guests using festive lights. Take basic glass vases and fill them with assorted blooms and greenery. You can easily find flowers and greenery via flower delivery in Shippensburg. Then gently push strings of colorful, miniature lights down into the arrangements that emerge from within. The lights illuminate the faux florals delicately without overpowering them. Top off each lit centerpiece with a sparkling ornament, pinecone, or glittery topper. Your guests will enjoy sipping drinks next to the glowing flower displays.
If any of these projects inspired you to try your hand at making illuminated floral displays, you’ll need supplies of course. Fishers Florist in Shippensburg PA has a great selection of flowers, greenery, and floral accents that are perfect for these ideas- order today!
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