Christmas Designers

Many people wonder how, as professional installers, we're able to quickly attach Christmas lights to brick, concrete or stucco. These surfaces can be difficult to work with and time-consuming to install. This is where hot glue comes in. Using hot glue to attach lights to solid, non painted surfaces is quick, easy and very effective. This type of installation application...[...]

Today we’re answering one of the most frequently asked questions we receive and that’s, what is the most popular style of Christmas light you sell? That's a question we get asked all the time by people trying to decide which lights they should buy. It's a natural question to ask, and it's also a very easy question to answer. Because...[...]

I work in the Christmas business all year long. And because of that, I think sometimes people wonder if maybe I get a little bit jaded about Christmas: Since I'm around Christmas-related activity all the time, doesn't that blunt the joy and excitement of Christmas when the holiday season rolls around? Nope. I'm happy to say that it doesn't. Mostly...[...]

It's Sad, But Even the Christmas Industry Has its Share of Bad Apples A top-quality commercial Christmas tree is an investment that will pay many dividends throughout decades of service. But buying a commercial Christmas tree is a major expenditure. And for all sizable purchases, caution is warranted. That's because most industries have their scam artists and snake-oil salesmen. And...[...]

It's hard to believe, but another holiday season is just around the corner. Time truly does fly! But for Christmas Enthusiasts, that's good news. The sooner Christmas comes, the better. It seems the world is forever in need of that precious moment of peace and joy that Christmas always brings. And one thing we know about Christmas Enthusiasts: They're always...[...]

It's Never Too Early to Get Ready for Installing Next Season's Christmas Light Display As you read this, Christmas may be a ways off. But it's never too early to start planning for it. After all, part of what makes Christmas the most wonderful time of the year is the anticipation and the buildup. And no matter the time of...[...]

Use LED Christmas Lighting to Create a Warm and Cheery Ambiance for the Outdoors We're a big proponent of using LED bulbs for Christmas décor. But in truth, the very same LED bulbs that are used for Christmas lighting can be used for a wide range of purposes year-round. One great example is using LED retrofit lights to cast a...[...]

Christmas Enthusiasts are just like everyone else when it comes to shopping: we're all looking for the best bargains available. ...And that certainly applies to shop for Christmas lights. Most Christmas Enthusiasts are willing to spend big bucks on their Christmas decorations. But like everyone else, they want the best value possible from each dollar spent. That's one of the...[...]

For some time now, lots of people -- us included -- have been heralding LED Christmas Lights as a wonderful innovation. We, and many others, have for years proclaimed LED Christmas Lights as a great boon to Christmas Enthusiasts. But some of you just aren't seeing it. Instead, lots of Christmas Enthusiasts remain unconvinced about the advantages of LEDs over...[...]

Commercial Christmas trees are used primarily by businesses and municipalities, and they have a different mission to fulfill than private Christmas trees. That’s why RGB lighting and animated Christmas trees are the perfect solutions for municipalities and organizations trying to upgrade their Christmas light display. When you use the Majestic Mountain Pine, you won’t merely be opting for a cute...[...]

Have you considered starting a Christmas light installation business? If you're among the many people looking for a way to ramp up your income and be your own boss, it's certainly worth considering. The Christmas light installation business offers a unique opportunity because it doesn't require a large investment to get started. It also requires little in terms of prior...[...]

Do you pack away your Christmas lights at the end of each holiday season? Do you take down your Christmas designs, carefully place them in containers, and put them in storage? Do your lights languish out-of-sight and out-of-mind, hidden away in the dark of a closet or attic from July to November? If so, what a waste! Why limit your...[...]

A pool party can be a great way for friends and family members to get together and have some fun while cooling off from the heat. With the summer approaching, these gatherings are going to play a big role in plans for many people. If you are planning one of these events and want to make sure that it stands...[...]

With the selection of modern outdoor lighting solutions, you have a variety of designs that are truly unique. Instead of the older designs that favored practical lighting over style, you can now choose from a range of lights that will allow the individual to add a more personal touch to outdoor spaces. The following includes some of the most unique outdoor...[...]

Pretty globe string lights are no longer used just for decorating the house and yard for Christmas. Many designs for outdoor areas, and a few insides, have come together using globe string lights, hung in an array of patterns to fit any area or event. Canopy Patterns When designing the canopy for any space, the first thing to decide is...[...]

When deciding the main use of a pergola, people tend to focus on furniture needs, such as dining tables, outdoor patio chairs, and couches, or barbecues and fire pits. And at times, lighting is not decided until the furniture is picked out, and must then fit in with the rest of the décor. Whether looking for something simple, elegant, or...[...]

What's the most popular part of a wedding? For many people, it's the reception. In recent years, in fact, there's been a rather revealing trend: couples are spending more on the reception, and less on the ceremony. Another recent trend is the growing popularity of outdoor wedding receptions. It's a great way to escape the ordinary and boring. As one...[...]

Our patio string lights might be among the most underused and under-appreciated products we sell. That's a shame because these lights are also among the most elegant and stylish of the many varieties of lights that we sell. And patio string lights are certainly not holiday-centric; they're quite appropriate to use for parties, gatherings, and outdoor décor at any time...[...]

More than 75% of homeowners are making updates to their outdoor living areas, and many of them are turning to the latest trends in backyard lighting to determine what would best suit their needs. Energy-Efficient Exterior Lighting As more options become available, many people are choosing products that are all-around more efficient. LED lights are rising in popularity for outdoor...[...]

Decorating the house for Christmas can be some real fun. With lights and decorations, the house gets a nice festive feel, and it helps everyone get into the holiday spirit. While decorations and lights might be great to put up and nice to have around, nobody really enjoys the part where you remove the decorations and pack them away for...[...]

For most people, decorating the home for Christmas is just a nice way to make the house a little more festive and spread some holiday cheer. For others, it offers a chance to go over the top and make a display that will really get some attention. Elaborate Christmas light shows are nothing new, but in recent years, it has...[...]

Hanging up your Christmas lights is a fun and classic way to spread some holiday cheer and build a sense of community with your neighbors and friends. But sadly, it isn’t always that simple. In some parts of the country, there are Christmas light laws that dictate how you can hang your Christmas lights or how long you can keep...[...]

Christmas is fast approaching, and for those still engulfed in decorating, the last couple weeks left may be more panicked than usual, especially for those trying to think outside the box for this year’s holiday décor. But all one really needs is an idea, one tiny detail, that just may bring together an entire room, or in this case, a porch...[...]

The answer is yes: most Christmas lights do contain trace amounts of lead. So do miniblinds. And some cosmetic products. And extension cords. And computer cords. And batteries. And the power cords of essentially every single item of electrically powered equipment in your home. And even the soil in your lawn. And that "lead-free" plumbing that delivers drinking water to...[...]

Christmas will be here before you know it. And this year, as always, lots of communities around the nation will hold Christmas lighting contests. It's become a very popular Christmastime tradition. And though there's only one first-place winner for each contest, it's a win-win for everyone involved - the participants, the spectators, and the community at large. But if you're...[...]

Hi Jason, Can you explain why someone would want to use a 5 mm Wide Angle Conical Christmas light as opposed to the classic bulb design of the M5? - Chris Hi Chris, Thanks for asking; that's actually a very important question. It's important because I feel that lots of Christmas Enthusiasts as well as casual Christmas lighters are missing...[...]

We sell many wonderful products at Christmas Designers. But one of our very favorite products tends to fly under the radar a little bit. And that's a shame because it means lots of Christmas Enthusiasts are missing out on one of the most delightful of holiday decorations: animated snowfall tubes. Enchanting, and a Little Bit Magical The very best Christmas...[...]

One of life's greatest joys for many Christmas Enthusiasts is decorating the outsides of their homes for Christmas. Getting all the lights out of storage, clambering up ladders, and attaching the lights to eaves and trees is a yearly ritual - one that spells the beginning of the holiday season for millions of Christmas Enthusiasts worldwide. But there's a problem...[...]

If you're a Christmas Enthusiast, you take a lot of pride in your holiday displays. You go through a lot of work to put them up every year and endure no small expense in buying and maintaining them. And while you certainly enjoy the breathtaking beauty of your Christmas light displays, you get even more satisfaction from the joy that...[...]

This is the time of year that Christmas Enthusiasts dream about for months on end - it's time to decorate for Christmas. Part of decorating for Christmas, of course, involves shopping for Christmas lights. And that can be fun, too. But that fun can be spoiled - or at least tainted a bit - when Christmas Enthusiasts make some common...[...]