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DIY Strung Carton Lighting

Add a Romantic Glow to the Room with DIY Egg Carton Decor

— February 14, 2013 — Art & Design
Using 100 pretty white Christmas lights already chained along on an electric cord, it was then a simple, yet time-consuming task for Anna Zadecka to give each one a miniature lamp shade made out of part of an egg carton.

Edges of the cartons flair out like petals, creating a floral wreath out of the string of lights with different types of cartons too add accents of color throughout. The brightness of the white lights is toned down by the cardboard, creating a soft and more romantic glow that would be perfect for a Valentine's Day dinner date. Dangle these around a room to instantly create an ethereal ambiance.

Layer the egg carton lights for a stunning effect.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Lighting - DIY lighting projects using recycled materials such as egg cartons offer an opportunity for eco-friendly and budget-friendly lighting options.
2. Soft Lighting - DIY lighting projects using materials such as egg cartons also offer an opportunity for creating soft and romantic lighting options for special occasions or spaces like restaurants or lounges.
3. Floral Lighting - Creative lighting projects such as the DIY egg-carton floral wreath offer an opportunity for unique and creative decorative lighting options for special occasions or event venues.
Industry Implications
1. Home Improvement Retail - Retailers can explore new product lines for DIY upcycled lighting projects, offering unique and eco-friendly lighting options for consumers looking to reduce their environmental footprint.
2. Hospitality Industry - Hotels, restaurants, and event venues can explore using DIY floral wreath lighting or similar projects to create romantic and personalized lighting options for their guests while also reducing energy consumption.
3. Craft and Art Supply Retail - Retailers can offer DIY crafting supplies such as egg cartons with project tutorials to capitalize on the growing trend of upcycling and creative DIY projects.
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