Thursday, July 25, 2013

Illuminate Your Pool

Planning an outdoor party this weekend? Check out a new way to light up your backyard.

What you'll need:

- Bamboo stick or dowel, 6 feet long and 1 inch in diameter
- 50-bulb string of lights
- Paper lanterns (pictured: 14 inches in diameter) Paper Lantern Store sells a variety of sizes.

How To:

1. Drive the pole deep into the ground until it's solidly anchored. Run a 50-bulb string of lights up one side of the pole and down the other, securing it with masking tape.

2. Stack paper lanterns over the stick. Secure the lanterns to each other with tape. Note: If you intend to place these fixtures by a swimming pool, it is imperative that you plug the lights into GFCI outlets and use extension cords approved for outdoor use.

3. You can find white beach balls at the dollar store to toss into your pool to add an extra design element to your backyard space.

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