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13 Ways To Make Your Backyard A Twinkly Entertaining Spot

Light up those summer nights.

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Twinkle Lights Backyard

Nothing says "summer" like warm nights spent in your backyard, and you can easily up the ambience by adding string lights. Summer will never be the same.

In the Trees

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Courtesy of Stephanie Lynn

Is there anything more soothing than a hammock gently swinging under string lights? This easy-to-pull-off setup is guaranteed to be your favorite spot to relax.


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Above a Porch

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Max Kim-Bee

String lights are an easy, affordable way to turn your porch into an enchanting oasis. Let them drape from the ceiling or a railing, or hang them from a wall.

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On a Garden Pergola

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Courtesy of Kojo Designs

Use three vintage ladders to construct this sweet, mini pergola, a perfect place to hang lights or use as a backdrop for photos.


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Light Up Your Trees

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Create a romantic spot by twisting a string of white lights around a cluster of trees in your backyard. Not only will this create an enchanting place to sit in the evenings, but it will be charming to look at from inside your home.


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Make Your Own Chandelier

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Grapevine balls, white lights, twine, and a branch turn into an easy-to-make, rustic chandelier you can hang from a porch or patio.


Get the tutorial at All Things Heart and Home.

Rustic Overhang

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Home Depot

Make these DIY string light poles to create a simple overhang for your backyard picnic table.


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Go Overboard

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If you're planning to go all out for a special summer party, opt for a more extravagant look by hanging dozens of lights on a patio or porch's ceiling.


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Add Color

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Terrain

Mix string lights with colorful bunting, both courtesy of Terrain.


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On a Vertical Garden

Brighten your vertical garden by hanging glowing orbs around your plants.

Stargazer Chandelier

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Terrain

This Terrain favorite combines a rustic moss wreath with cascading lights, creating an instantly romantic ambience.


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Light Up Your Fence

By simply adding a string of lights to your fence, you create a glowing border that will make your backyard feel like even more of a haven.

DIY "Texas Lamp Post"

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A term made up by blogger Kristi, "Texas Lamp Posts" can create the feeling of an outdoor room, especially when vintage lights are added.


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Try Rope Lighting

Use rope lighting to cast a soft glow around your backyard.

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