Most people string lights on their Christmas trees in a horizontal fashion.
However, if you haven’t tried the reverse method, consider giving it a go this year.
Here’s a quick guide on how to put lights on a Christmas tree the easy way: vertically.
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We’ve also included some general tree-lighting tips straight from an expert.
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If this is the case, only leave one or two inches between the columns.
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Additionally, play around with the spacing of the zig-zags.
Leave a smaller spacing if you want a brighter tree.
Here are some of her tips for nailing the horizontal light-hanging process.
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However, don’t just limit yourself to the edges of the branches.
“Avoid the temptation to string lights only on the surface,” Derpinski says.
“This misses out on adding depth and sparkle to the inner branches.
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Wrapping the lights deeper inside the tree creates a warm, glowing effect that feels magical.”
“Using too few lights results in a dim and lackluster appearance,” she says.
You should start hanging lights from the bottom of your Christmas tree when hanging them horizontally.
Starting from the top also causes tangles and makes it harder to distribute the lights evenly.
When hanging them vertically, you start from the top.
A good rule of thumb is 100 bulbs per foot of tree, so your lights should total 700.
