Icicle lights are finding rejuvenation outside of the holiday season. They are still a common choice for homeowners that want to add that little something extra to their homes exterior, but are gaining new life in other uses as well.
Putting the strands on the homes exterior is done with efficiency using shingle-gutter clips. These accessories help maintain the integrity of the strands by homeowners no longer using staples or nails to mount the lights. They also give the strands a neater appearance. The two main types of icicle lights that are on the market are LEDs and mini bulbs. LEDs are commonly sold in strands of ten and can connect multiple strands together. Mini bulb sets are on one central strand with various lengths that extend from the main. Multiple strands can also be joined to cover the full length of the home’s exterior. Many homeowners also use these in their trees, along fence lines, or on their porch railings.
Some uses that are popping up in the home’s interior are these strands being strung behind a headboard typically made from reclaimed pallets. This makes for a very romantic yet rustic feel, and the bulbs are muted in brightness. Another decorative favorite is an elegant bowl filled with various balls of material or embellishments. Adding a strand of bulbs to it keeps the look fresh and adds something different. In a child’s room, these strands can mimic falling rain or twinkling stars at night.
With the vast bank of DIY projects online using these unique strands of illumination, they can be used throughout the year.
