The Holiday season is the most wonderful time of year, embellishing my home and the Christmas Tree. So how do you hang LED lights on a Christmas Tree? On we go to the fine art of draping christmas lights on our Trees…. And yes, it can be regarded as an art. And to some a fine art.

Make sure that before you get underway, to have all the supplies you need on hand . This will eliminate not having a material you need while you are the on the ladder. So we will begin with the ladder, ensure you have a solid step ladder or small ladder available. You will need this while you are wrapping the upper branches, even with a miniature tree, being on a ladder makes stringing your LED lights much more convenient .

You will obviously need your lights, an extension cord if the socket is not close or a step on off/on switch cord, makes lighting your tree simpler , and some patience.

Would you be astonished to know that it is more advisable that you start draping your Christmas Tree LED lights at the bottom? We had always started at the top. Why? You can follow the electrical outlet with the string of LED lights and not have too much or too little left behind from draping from the top. Never considered it that way before. You will also be able to start with the right male/female connections, ever drape LED lights and end up with two female ends?

When trimming your Christmas Tree, always begin with the lights. The lights are the primary object that should be hung before garland or baubles . Before you start , make certain that the lights are working properly , nothing worse than putting the lights on the tree and half the strand is not functioning .

As you hang up your LED lights employ a weaving motion one light beneath a branch and the next light above, beneath and above. Tuck the cord into the branches so the cord is out of sight.

Estimate your space as you work your lights into the branches, stagger and space your rows so that there are no empty spots or clumps of lights together. Be especially careful not to clump the lights together at the top of the tree. The peak of the tree should be the showplace for your topper.

If you think you need more lights on your Christmas Tree, use extra strands and repeat the process of weaving from the top of the tree to the bottom.

Not positive how many lights you need , a quick rule of thumb is to take the height of your tree and times by 10. For example , a six-foot tree would need approximately 60 feet… I know I go way overboard on the number of lights on my Christmas tree but just can’t help it.

Now that you have finished stringing and are pleased with the lights on your Christmas Tree, it is time to decorate your tree with baubles , garland and whatever pleases your imagination….