Tip - Decorating with Light: 10 Pretty Ways Use String Lights — Apartment Therapy's Home Remedies

Many people probably associate strings of lights with the holidays, which makes sense. But a simple string of white lights can be such a great whimsical, playful, modern or simple home decor accessory any time of year. And as a bonus it's a great source of light — imagine that. I think it's key to stick to white lights to avoid the whole Christmas vibe (unless it's a children's room, then go nuts). There are some great variations and styles of stringed lights out there these days. Here are some examples of how to decorate with them in your home.