We all want to be outside as much as possible as the weather turns warm. There is just something magical about late-night summer chats on your back porch, lit by a strand or two of string lights.

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. String lights have become so much more than Christmastime ...

If you’re fortunate enough to have a backyard, deck, or patio, you already know how magical they can feel during the summer. Whether you’re hosting friends or family, there’s nothing better than ...

Ready to turn your house into a smart home? Replacing your dumb bulbs with smart ones is perhaps the easiest way to start. Many smart bulbs can be screwed into existing light sockets, and they can be ...

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Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

It’s not quite the holiday season yet—but it’s not too early to start brainstorming how you want to decorate the outside of your house and yard. For a cheerful, timeless look, you can’t go wrong with ...

Lighting is a key element when it comes to eliciting a certain mood, and string lights are especially great for cozy, whimsical, or festive spaces. The best indoor string lights (also known as fairy ...

LIFX lights up the outdoors with impressive–if expensive–new string lights. Nothing livens up a back yard like a set of string lights, draped in a gentle arc over the deck or the yard to create a ...