# DIY Paper Cup Lights This Totally Love It Garland is Cost-Effective and Chic By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2013-01-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/totally-love-it-garland References: [totallyloveit](http://totallyloveit.com/diy-decorative-paper-cups-lights/) Keep party expenses to a minimum without sacrificing aesthetics with this Totally Love It Garland. Constructed using Dixie cups that have been wrapped in scrapbook paper, those taking on this task will have complete creative control. Colors, patterns and the like will be left up to the DIYer's discretion. In conjunction with creative control, this tutorial will also give individuals the opportunity to use up those scrap-booking materials that they impulsively bought and haven't touched since. Rather than shelling out money for expensive plastic patio lights, why not give the Totally Love it Garland a try? The light reflecting through the Dixie Cups will provide a soft and soothing lighting experience for occasions including showers, birthdays and weddings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 54% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Crafts:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new DIY crafts that are cost-effective and visually appealing. - **Upcycling:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new products or designs by repurposing scrapbooking materials or other unused items. - **Environmentally-friendly Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design eco-friendly decorative lighting options for parties and events. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Crafts and Hobbies:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce innovative crafting materials and tools for DIY enthusiasts. - **Home Decor:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop unique and cost-effective lighting solutions for home decoration. - **Event Planning:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Offer sustainable and visually appealing lighting options for various events and celebrations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Organic Paper-Like Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farolito.md) - [Fishnet-Made Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-mycreation-droplet-lamp.md) - [Edible Holiday Decorations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-holiday-decoration.md) - [Accessible Accent Lanterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decoration-light.md) - [Paper-Made Origami Illuminators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hanging-origami-lamp.md) - [Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japandi-lamp.md) - [Smart Fairy Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-fairy-lights.md) - [Minimal Paper Sconces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pin-sconce.md) - [Recycled Material Pendant Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zbozhzha-pendant-light.md)