Light up your life - with string lights

All the rage in the last few years have been string lights on patio decks, and even in some bedrooms or dens.  I just can't get over the festive feel that they create or the beautiful ambience that they bestow on the dreariest of days, whether full on winter, or the height of hot summer nights.

Here are a few images to inspire you to get your groove on and light up your life!

Above the focal point is the fireplace with two relaxed arm chairs, however the overhead lights ground the space and give it even more warmth and ambience.

For those of you who prefer an over the top look, have the handiwork to go with this you can string your lights around a tree and light up the entire garden depending on how many you use and the size of your back yard.  Hurricane lamps in white and other baubles serve as added punch in this melange of white lights akin to Christmas.

These crisscross lights over a fire pit make for a delicate knitted effect, as they intertwine.  Imperfect perfection here.

 Another sweet way of lighting up a table is a mason jar full of lights acting as new modern candle light topped by a spiraling descent of floral white lights, delicate  romantic ambience without a big cash expenditure.

 A backdrop above to potted plants - you can do this easily with discarded palettes and plant hooks.  This little number creates a focal point on any terrace - and can be changed up in winter to display wreaths that can withstand the cold temperatures.  All you need is your imagination, whether with succulents, plastic plants, or winter greenery - sure to be a hit.

Have nothing to ground your lights to, or attach them to? Above and below, a metal bucket was used and concrete poured into it to act as the anchor of a large tree branch (no need to cut down a tree find one in a nearby forest or park especially after winter).  Here the anchors create a beautiful simple canopy of lights.  Inexpensive and versatile as you can move them from place to place.

Enjoy!