(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best outdoor lighting products

I feel you. My fiance and I have a very limited ($3,500) budget as well. We took a different route venue wise, but I think you can pull it off! Tulle is an inexpensive material that can adorne many things. It's great for softening the look of things and adding a romantic/feminine charm. Not only that, but you can buy it in bulk for cheap and you wouldn't need to go overboard for it to make a difference.

I would also recommend focusing on ambiance. Stuff like these fairy lights would go a long way to adding charm to a bland space. Partner that with the tulle and you could do a lot!

I don't know what your vision for flowers (yay or nay?), but you could save a lot of money by using mostly greenery like fern and other plants typically used as filler. Another option is to buy them from a local market and arrange them a couple days before. There are products out there that would help them retain moisture and freshness (putting them in a home fridge would actually dry them out faster) so you can still have them looking nice the day of. You could also try silk flowers laced in with fresh greens if you don't like the idea of all artificial.

Thrift stores are another great option for various elements. I personally appreciate the mix-matched look, but I know that isn't for everyone. Because I prefer the non-matching route, I love the thrift stores.

These are just generic suggestions. Obviously it depends on the theme and feel you are trying to achieve but I hope this helps some! Good luck with your planning and try to keep your chin up! It will be a beautiful day and you will come out of it winning no matter how you decide to decorate :)

My experience with University apartments is that the lighting is just plain icky. Buy some pretty decorative lights like this star lamp or string up some cafe lights. The dim, warmer lighting just makes the room feel more home-y and really makes it a place you want to spend time in.

Also, this is just me, but every home or apartment should have a plant. I'm a city-dweller, and being surrounded by pretty green leaves just livens up my whole place. I still have the plants I got for my first college house. I am very attached to all of my plants and I like to talk to them and sing to them, and caring for them is just so fun! And, they make great decorations. The first plant I got was a cactus. I had to leave mine in California when I moved back home, but a cactus is very easy to take care of. Just give it lots of sunshine, and water every once in a while. They grow very slowly, but it's soo cool to watch them slowly get fatter/taller.

Justin Bieber is one of the cockiest douchebags to ever rise to fame.

Here is the BOM:
Got these because they were black PCB, don't like the way it was waterproofed but actually worked pretty well probably more robust than the coated ones.
IKSACE WS2811 1903 DC12V 5M 300LEDs 60LEDs/M Addressable Programmable Dream Color LED Digital Strip Pixel Strings 5050 RGB Flexible Colorful Rope LED Strip 16.4ft Black PCB https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06ZZ7T7X5/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_-iT1DbP3R271X

This was the controller I used (I'm sure you can find them without the LEDs, it's Bluetooth which isn't as common as you might think)
KORJO Dream Color LED Strip Lights, 32.8ft/10M Bluetooth LED Chasing Light with APP, Waterproof 12V 300 LEDs 5050 RGB Color Changing Rope Light Kit, Flexible Led Strip Lighting for Home Kitchen https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L5C8GQM/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_flT1DbHEY6CPC

Handy connectors
HKBAYI 50Pair / 50sets 3 pin JST SM Male Female plug LED Connector Cable For WS2812B WS2812 WS2811 LED Strip Lamp with 15cm Long Wire https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NBSH4CA/ref=cm_sw_r_em_apa_i_ooT1DbGNZ4GFD

I also used some nice outdoor rated PSA foam tape to hold everything on along with a few black zip ties just in case. Wired everything and sealed with silicone. Make sure you don't serialize the strips they should be all connected in parallel so they chase in unison.
They are connected to my AUX power output using the standard automotive 12V plug. They come one when my bike does. Which is fine. If I want to turn them off you can do so from the app for the controller.

That's it. Now to start on the custom controller. Anyone connected to the CAN bus on this bike? That would be the easiest way to get speed.

Ok, Soo.. obviously I have no life but I browsed your apartment therapy classifieds and saw some really cool stuff. This is what I'd do:

Starting at the back towards the kitchen. To mix industrial & rustic I'd get these stools A guy local to you makes these so you can put them on your wishlist and not worry about getting them too fast if you like them.

Following from there, the half wall in front of the brick pillar just to the left when you come up there stairs, I'd put a small console table with maybe some books, candles, frames and a bowl to throw your keys in. Something almost like this But I wouldn't buy that exactly, it's over priced. You can easily make your own. Something very slim and only just the length of that wall. Maybe you can make your own legs like this or buy an old table take the off legs, spray paint them red and make your own console table top. It's really easy I just made made my own coffee table top for $50. It was very easy and home depot cut all the wood for me. I'd guess about $100 for you. Again, that can wait.

I'd put your TV on this killer vintage credenza that's a total steal at $280 with a cool $9 vintage owl I'd jump on that if you like it. It's a total steal I've seen that exact style run for much more.

I'd grab this baby for $700 first thing Along with this chair

I'd still keep the original coffee table and side table I posted.

cool storage for that nook/half wall by the stairs $180

I thought [these](As for wall decor these marquee letters would be cool framed and mix vintage and industrial.) were industrial and cool.

And this light is a cool industrial touch too


Also, it's always been a dream of mine to hang globe lights from rafters.

Lol. I'm in this now. I am going to make a program that supports typical R / G / B / 12v 4 pin headers and the (DeepCool has it on their coolers, but its now pretty standard) 3 pin + power addressable RGB strips.

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Like get a remind me for this. I am gonna make it happen.

Gonna use an Electron/NodeJS GUI for it and everything.

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I'll begin with this project and go from there.

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I will go as far as mapping each sound input and output device to any RGB strips connected to a PC.

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Oh lord I'll even be using some of this code from the best rainmeter plugin there is.

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Best part:

Things like these and thesewill be compatible.

Well, I'm 33 and I am still afraid of the dark.

A nightlight can be helpful, or leaving a light on outside your bedroom like a hallway light (that's what I've always done).

When I stay at my Uncle's cabin, I use a night light, and we have these speakers that light up that we got from The Source, I don't even play music on them, just use them for the light, and also a solar camping light thing...it's pretty dark in there but those make it pretty good.

These are pretty similar to the speakers I use: https://www.amazon.com/Dancing-Water-Speakers-Colors-Vary/dp/B00KOSU4UO/ref=pd_sbs_23_22?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00KOSU4UO&pd_rd_r=3fa3f279-61bc-4ed3-a99d-0365a7690bea&pd_rd_w=gQaoQ&pd_rd_wg=LvEcU&pf_rd_p=52b7592c-2dc9-4ac6-84d4-4bda6360045e&pf_rd_r=ZN5JVZH543MN39KHNE76&psc=1&refRID=ZN5JVZH543MN39KHNE76

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This is pretty similar to the solar light thing: https://www.amazon.ca/MPOWERD-Luci-Original-Inflatable-Features/dp/B074NMPPVK/ref=sr_1_26?dchild=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI0dmlyIOl5QIVE8pkCh0lXgXFEAAYASAAEgJ0zvD_BwE&hvadid=208286042121&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9001501&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8990635683068546111&hvtargid=kwd-297008297208&hydadcr=9076_9441679&keywords=solar+camping+lights&psc=1&qid=1571374879&sr=8-26

Ideally I'd be able to adjust the color / RGB

I guess the main issue I'm running into is finding a nice little shade or can that I can put the LED light in on the floor, so that it looks nice.

Actually, it hadn't occurred to me that there were color changing LED "bulbs" that fit into regular sockets. Brainfart there I guess. I looked at phillips hue bulbs and thats definitely pricier than I want. Maybe something like this: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B01A85LTQU?psc=1 though I'd prefer more like $15 or $20 per bulb.

Then I suppose I could just put it into something like this: http://amzn.com/B0000DI4D8 for the effect I want

Any other better recommendations for the bulb or "can" fixtures?

FWIW, we have two sets of these on the fence around our backyard: https://www.amazon.com/Brightech-Ambience-Pro-Waterproof-Commercial/dp/B00WVOV3W2/ref=sr_1_4

I don't know how often I'd have to replace the incandescent bulbs, but I didn't want to find out. Definitely pricier, but cheaper than when I bought them.

We love them. The only downside is because they're LED, finding an outdoor rated dimmer wasn't easy. And at full brightness, they're too bright.

Finally, this showed up on Amazon and I grabbed it: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07GGQ12CW/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Works great. I also connected them my Insteon system and they turn on and off at set times, or via my phone.

Hi! So I picked up some copper string lights and need help sourcing a good method to hang them. They'll need to be attached to both a ceiling and a wall and I want the visual impact of the securing device to be minimal (why I'm not just using push pins or thumbtacks). Something like these command clips would be perfect if they didn't use 3M--that shit always wrecks my walls way worse than a tack or nail would.

So, either a thumbtack with a clear, flat head or something like the command clip that sticks into the wall sans 3M strip. Or any other creative alternative y'all wanna throw my way.

Thanks!

I'm skeptical on how well z-wave will work for this. I'm afraid it wouldn't respond fast enough and you might get a lot of false positives outside. I have a z-wave motion sensor in my garage and sometimes it doesn't respond until I get out of my vehicle.

Here are some ideas:

• Use presence detection. You could use Happy Bubbles. Your automation would be something like "If I've been away for 30 minutes and I return, turn on the light".
  
• Use location location tracking with your phone.
  
• Get a "dumb" motion security light. This is probably the easiest solution and maybe the best. It's relatively cheap and very dependable.

If the room feels cold, maybe some copper string lights from amazon (UK / US) would help, thats what I use to make my room look a bit cosier, as well as having a nice candle to light (I use fruity smelling big candles but you could just get some cheap tealights and a candle holder too). This especially helps because my room is completely white with grey carpet so I really needed something that made it feel less cold.

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I have a couple of low maintenance plants on there just to make it seem a bit more homely and I have a blanket for if I'm working late or get cold.

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Would you be able to put up a little corkboard to stick some pictures and a schedule etc on?

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Do you have any pen pots or organisers on your desk? I think ASOS have some nice ones or you could go to a local stationary shop and check out what they have there

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Most of it is just little personal touches to make me feel more comfortable there and make me actually want to sit down and study.

I have a similar knock-off-market flood like that - this one on a 20 normal tank terrarium and it does a great job. Heat sink on the back get a little warm but not too bad and it's plenty of light. Too much actually for my Gastro. retrocallus to be directly under but a little off to the side is great. Assuming watts to PAR intensity scales somewhat linearly between ours (not a good assumption, but just stating it), I'm going to hazard a guess that this'll be fine for you.

The easiest solution for you would be to install a receptacle post similar to this one. I can't vouch for that exact model, but I will say Arlington makes reliable and well known products.

Run properly sized UF cable inside the conduit to that post and hook it to a GFCI protected receptacle. Plug the fountain into that and close the cover.

If you GFCI protect the whole cable before it goes underground to the post, then you only need to bury it 12" deep.

>...And my neighbor doesn't want an outside outlet installed near her pond....

Edit: Didn't see that. Unfortunately, there's nothing you can do. The neighbor is literally saying "I don't want this to be wired safely and legally."

Goooood monday morning
The cheapest I have is this LED Light at $5.75, but I'd be very happy to paypal you the $.88 if it meant I could get it!

Thanks for the contest, have a lovely day

That's 8 gauge wire and I'm guessing there is a 30 or 40 amp dual pole breaker on the other side of that conduit. One of those wires is a neutral, which really should be white, not black. Also, it looks like you have non metallic conduit sticking out of the ground, so you don't have a ground out there either.

If it were me, I'd pull all of that 8 gauge out (remember to use it to pull a pull string or the replacement wire so you don't have to break out fish tape) and put in something like this

https://www.amazon.com/Gard-N-Post-Low-Profile-Landscape-Enclosure-19-5-Inch/dp/B003O85DEI

with an outdoor rated GFCI outlet. You will run 3 wires back to it (depending on distance you might need #10 thhn, you can go with #10 to be safe, but #12 might be ok if it's not too long). A white (neutral), a black (hot), and a green (ground). This will go to a new 20 amp breaker in your panel that will take half the space of your current dual pole breaker.

This is kinda beyond the DIY phase of things, especially if you don't know already how to identify the neutral out of the three of those conductors. Also, working on an energized load center is not a good idea for a DIYer. If you have a main disconnect at your meter and can turn off your house, that's the best option. If it has to be worked on hot (or you can always have the utility come and pull your meter out) then you really should have someone who knows what they are doing do this.

1. I like music, snow days, rollerskating in leisure suits, hippy camping festivals, and fallin' on my head (FALLIN' ON MY HEAD).
   
2. I link to this! for to camping.
   
3. I would like to win, but really it's about forgetting you entered and maybe one day being surprised. In the future!
   
4. Moon Knight
   
5. I am okay with this.
   
   Thanks for the contest :)

Sorry the camera angle is a little off but I swear the thing is level. Anyways, I moved into my first apartment recently and unfortunately there was no light in my bedroom. I had this idea after seeing something slightly similar online and I figured I could make it look a little better for less effort/money. I had never really done anything like this before but I figured why not.

Made a picture frame that's 2.5'/5' with some wood from Home Depot (they cut it for me), ran some sandpaper over it, and then stained the wood to resemble walnut. After it dried overnight (one coat was enough), I then hammered in cut tacks around the edge at 5.75 in. intervals. I bought a 165 ft. copper wire (with 500 LEDs) and then wrapped it around the tacks. Best part = I can change the brightness since the lights came with a remote/IR sensor.

I put it up a few days ago and recently had a housewarming party. Everyone thought it was really cool, especially when it's at lower light settings - really sets the mood.

And you'd recommend doing string lights along with the natural light? Or covering up the windows? Is there any kind of string light that would be better? I had my eye on these. Given the dimensions of the room (I don't know for sure, but somebody else estimated roughly 40' by 42'), I figured three of the 100' ones would cover it pretty well?

• Brookelinen for sheets
  
  
• Down pillows from Target are ridiculously comfortable. Just make sure to get the firmness you like.
  
  
• And since we are spending money here... read the reviews on the Hudson Bay blanket and then convince yourself not to buy it.
  
  
• I think small LED string lights can look very nice if done correctly. I went to Michaels and bought two birch logs, stuck them in a vase, put a few rocks in the bottom and then tightly wound string lights one of the branches. I have it on a sunset/sunrise dimmer that automatically turns it on when the sun sets. I like the lighting it adds while also not becoming too feminine.

Yes, go back to IKEA! Somewhere near the end, around the lamps and ceiling lights, I found these cheap cable snake sleeves:
https://m2.ikea.com/us/en/p/rabalder-cable-organizer-white-20281419/

I also use these for cables under the desk after separating out of the snake and organizing under the desk:
https://www.amazon.com/Command-Clear-Clips-Strips-CL017-13NA/dp/B076ZT3FVN/
These too:
https://www.amazon.com/Command-Damage-Free-Small-without-Packaging/dp/B0751TRS6Y/

And these are great for individual cable control:
https://www.amazon.com/Planet-Waves-Elastic-Cable-10-pack/dp/B001PGXKCS/

I've added to and removed from my setup half a dozen times since I last organized my wires so they're a mess again, so be aware that it's a constant battle.

Edit: these look pretty good too, am going to get some myself if I don't make it to IKEA soon:
https://www.amazon.com/Alex-Tech-25ft-Protector-Sleeving/dp/B07FW3MKGH/

Okay slow down there haha. I have this lantern but it's not magic as far I can tell, is there a spell I need for that? I want to make it look cinematic and "filmic" like it was shot on film. Is this a good camera to invest in to make professional videos and films?

I like the little Luci lights... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074NMPPVK/

Cheap. Solar. The 4 LED is a great nightlight. The 10 LED works as a flashlight.

Under $20!

Update: mine are more than 2 years old and still going strong.

Depends on the size of your room. I put together a list to the best of my abilities:

Probably start with something like this. They're 3.5m in length, so should be enough for most ceiling to floor installs. Say you're trying to fill a 300 sq.ft at a foot's distance for each, so you'll need at least 280 strings for somewhat even distribution. So that's at least $3500.

Second, you'll probably want some sort of scaffold attached to your ceiling, so that you can have space to run wiring from controller to the various LED strings. 2 feet of triangular photo light scaffolding runs at about $100, so I'm gonna take that. You'll need a conservative 50 of them to cover your 300sq ft ceiling adequately. So that's another conservative $5000.

LED control can be achieved with any computer, a few arduinos, and a few addressable LED controllers. Call this another conservative $1000.

Finally you'll spend a considerable amount (100+ hours) of time figuring out how to control all of this programmatically in a way that makes sense. That expense depends on how valuable your time is.

So I would call it $10k for a basic setup in a 300 sq foot room.

source: I've set up some basic computer controlled LED christmas lights/scenes in my apartment.

edit: for added effect, get about 5000 ping pong balls, and cut holes in them to mount onto the LEDs to diffuse the light.

I'm a big fan of the company Mr. Beams. I have this light which does a great job at illuminating an entire staircase mounted on the wall near the top step. But I have two young dogs. For an older dog you'd probably want to put a few down the staircase.

A family member has this one which works really well for them on their outside steps.

These are the ones I use! Command Outdoor light hooks. Shouldnt damage the wall (but for me it took off some of the paint on plaster so I would recommend being a bit careful when you move them off the wall.) https://www.amazon.com/Command-Outdoor-Light-16-Clip-4-Pack/dp/B00HCQUINY/ref=pd_cp_60_4?pd_rd_w=y12BN&pf_rd_p=ef4dc990-a9ca-4945-ae0b-f8d549198ed6&pf_rd_r=CSMSRRW0AZ6CNN2FZ68R&pd_rd_r=40ad4c4b-d9dc-4664-bc3a-0efddd6d7cf9&pd_rd_wg=K1wRp&pd_rd_i=B00HCQUINY&psc=1&refRID=CSMSRRW0AZ6CNN2FZ68R


Edit: with the warping, I would recommend using textbooks/something heavy while you wait for it to cool :)

I purchased 2 of these 3 years ago to test them out.

Heath Zenith HZ-5411-WH Heavy Duty Motion Sensor Security Light, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00002N7FP

I purposefully placed one completely exposed on a gable end fascia board. Zero cover from rain and snow. It still works perfectly. I did use good caulk to seal the base....but that's it.

See if you can 'enjoy' something from this list.

does a 'strand' count as a string ?
https://www.adafruit.com/product/3631
https://www.adafruit.com/product/3630
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Is a worm a string?
https://www.adafruit.com/product/3869
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Is this what you mean by string? (careful! there have12v powered sets)
https://www.amazon.com/ALITOVE-LED-Individually-Addressable-Waterproof/dp/B01AG923GI/
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add your own strings (grin)
https://www.adafruit.com/product/1312
https://www.adafruit.com/product/1559
https://www.adafruit.com/product/1558
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Here is Adafruit NeoPixel Überguide
https://learn.adafruit.com/adafruit-neopixel-uberguide
I suggest you need to read and understand about how to power the LEDs and power requirements.

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Happy Good Friday

My home isn’t very humid, so my ivies tend not to put out roots at the nodes. I use these command strip clips for my pothos, and it looks really nice! You really can’t see the clips unless you’re looking super closely.

I used these
Command Clear Round Cord Clips Clear Cord Clips, 13 Clips, 16 Strips (CL017-13NA) - Easy To Open Packaging https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076ZT3FVN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_OIzUAbZ6C08M6

Thanks, do you think something like this

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01KFU8C7W/ref=mp_s_a_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1520625842&sr=8-16&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=flood+light

Would work well?

If you spend time out there in the evenings/nights, these solar lights are cool. They're best if they're in some plants or ivy. If you had a couple potted plants you can string these around. They don't throw off distracting light, just ambiance.

I've been looking for something similar. We don't have any outlets in our upstairs hallway. They make battery operated motion sensor lights. I hate changing batteries but I imagine led bulbs are pretty efficient. I haven't bought any yet so I can't make a specific recommendation but here is one idea.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00196WS6S?pc_redir=1395473687&robot_redir=1

Halloween

Thanks for the contest! :)

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001LJKLT4/

I have a few of these in my safe. Simple cheap and effective.

What do you want to accomplish? I love the little $20 LED rectangles for most purposes, but if you're looking to light up a tree or something they won't quite cut it. I'd get a pair of these, see what they can do, and choose to either get more of those or get some better lights as well. - https://www.amazon.com/Spotlight-Waterproof-Changing-Dimmable-Security/dp/B01DIO7HKK/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1542401643&sr=8-18&keywords=RGB+Led+flood+light

By the way, there are way less affordable listings for these than last time I checked. This trade war is so dumb.

https://www.amazon.com/Mini-Accent-High-Light-Black/dp/B0000DI4D8/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1521063250&sr=8-7&keywords=floor+uplight

Accent floor lights have the added benefit of lighting the wall and ceiling.

As for the corner, I agree arc lights are the way to go. Check out this one With multiple heads you could aim one or two at the ceiling

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WVOV3W2/

These are on sale for prime day on amazon and have great reviews.

You can buy some of these LED flood lights from Amazon. The one I got is 20w, 6500K. I don't know the exact needs for a 30 gallon tank, but one was more than enough for my 10 gallon. They've got more powerful ones as well!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KFU8C7W/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Only down side is that it gets hot. Not enough to raise my water temp, but still noticeable. You could proabably DIY suspend these above the tank somehow.

Do you want/need the ability to change the colors? I feel like adding color changing with mobile control is a bit overkill here. A simple backing board with LEDs hardwired, an on/off button or switch, and a small cord to plug it into the wall would be enough. Even if you want to use an Arduino I'd still suggest plugging in into a wall instead of batteries, especially if you include some form of mobile link.

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Edit: if you are not good with circuits I would suggest starting with something like this, a power supply ( the 5V one they suggest will work) , and an Arduino with a library that works with the WS2811. Plug the lights into holes on a firm thin board behind the planets and light them up or flash them with the arduino. If you don't like the big bulbs and can solder you could also just glue these to the board.

If you get that going then add the mobile control, or don't, later.

Get some of these command strips and run the cable along the ceiling or baseboards. Might wanna grab a box of ethernet cable and some crimp connectors instead of pre-made cables so you can get the exact length you need. The command strips will come off easily when you're done with the place so you don't have to worry about paint damage.

Run some cables to each part of the house and put up some extra access points. Old wifi routers will work fine for this if you configure them in access point mode. You can run multiple APs on different channels for better coverage. If you set all the APs with the same SSID and password, your devices will hop between them depending on signal strength although your connection will momentarily drop as the device switches access points.

Costco has 48 feet of string lights for $49. http://www.costco.com/Feit-Outdoor-Weatherproof-String-Light-Set%2c-Black%2c-48-ft%2c--24-Light-Sockets%2c-Includes-36-Bulbs.product.100140552.html

Also at Target yesterday it looked like most of their outdoor patio stuff is now 30% off (maybe in store only?) including outdoor string lights. http://www.target.com/c/string-lights-outdoor-lighting-patio-garden/-/N-5xtpg


If not - check Amazon like everyone else recommended. Like these? https://amzn.com/B00V2UKN0Y

Lights are something like this?

100Ft G40 Globe String Lights with Clear Bulbs-UL Listed for Indoor/Outdoor Commercial Use https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00V2UKN0Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_zqORBb3C3KSHK

They're i believe called bistro lights?

You can possibly use these.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AG923GI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1, they are similar to what you have shown. I am just getting back into RPi, and arduino. I bought a string of these last christmas and they are pretty cool. They use the libraries that Adafruit has for the 2811 and another library but I can't remember it off the top of my head and I have to start from scratch I think I may have been using arduino for this, but Pi may work too?

This may be an extremely dumb question but does the Wattage matter on the light? I'm looking at https://www.amazon.com/Warmoon-Waterproof-Flood-3-Plug-Remote/dp/B01DIO7HKK/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1510155008&sr=8-4&keywords=green%2Bflood%2Blight&th=1

10W Flood light.

Would this provide the same positive results I see everyone having?

I used TaoTronics LED String Lights 33 ft with 100 LEDs and 2 Pcs 3 x1.5V AA Battery Holder to make the lights. It takes 3 AA batteries and cost around $15 to make excluding shipping and batteries.

The lights them selves are waterproof and pretty durable. I primarily use the lights for cooking areas and around my tent.

(The last picture has a flash. The lights are no where near that bright, although they do illuminate enough)

>The problem is this switch activates randomly even when the door is closed.

Is this a major problem?

A better solution would be a sensor on the door for when it's opened. You would need a hub though.

Or maybe just use motion lights like this:

https://smile.amazon.com/Mr-Beams-Wireless-Battery-Operated-Motion-Sensing/dp/B00196WS6S

Here you go. $6.95 plus free shipping with Amazon Prime.

Our small camp of 5-6 takes a somewhat different approach. Our lighting is primarily strands of LEDs with build in panel, battery, etc that turn themselves on when it gets dark (such as these). We also have a number of battery powered lanterns (like this). Takes like 10 D cell batteries, which have lasted us 2 burns so far and showing no signs of dying.

I also have a solar system for non-essentials (wifi, phone/radio/camera charging, swamp coolers). I've got a few panels off craigslist (although Amazon is cheaper, as I later discovered, $125 or so for 100W), combined with a deep cycle marine battery or two (from craigslist or Costco) and of course a charge controller (Harbor Frieght, Amazon... idk, mine came with my over priced craigslist panels) worked well for all of that. In 2014 things got kind of last minute, so we ended up using an inverter for AC power, which was extremely silly as everything we were plugging in promptly changed it back to DC, so in 2015 we got a couple of DC-to-DC converters to step the voltage up or down as needed, and never went to AC. A lot of the stuff took 12V DC which was handy.

That's just our setup, idk if it helps or is a terribly good idea...

Knowing that there is no electricity at the campsite.. SOLAR POWER!!

At least thats what we did last year, and it worked great! We had little driveway lights all around our campsite so finding it at night would be easy. They were something like these http://www.amazon.com/Garden-Creations-JB5629-Solar-Powered-Accent/dp/B002X8X8UG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1426870944&sr=8-2&keywords=solar+powered+lights

And now I've discovered that amazon even has solar powered string lights! How cool would these be at your campsite?: http://www.amazon.com/INST-Powered-Ambiance-Lighting-Christmas/dp/B00KGOCRLA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1426870944&sr=8-3&keywords=solar+powered+lights

No electricity? No problem! Nothings a problem when you're in the forest ;) Also not the best video but here I am hula hooping! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qteA9AQQZs&feature=youtu.be

tell me about it. yeah sure.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L5C8GQM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

depends on what you want to do?

i love the blooms for the form factor, they seem to blend in much nicer with decor and are really unobtrusive, but are decidedly angled to shoot light onto a wall. in my media room, i have a few bulbs in uplight cans since it directs the light differently and is easy to hide on the floor in corners.

Right - now that you mention it I remember you talking in a thread a few weeks back about making these

I don’t doubt that they’re indestructible. They look it.

Just sayin that these are pretty cheap and I’d be pretty surprised if you could find anything on playa that could damage them.

For example:

ALITOVE WS2811 12mm Diffused Digital RGB LED Pixel Light Individually Addressable Round LED Pixels Module IP68 Waterproof DC 5V 50pcs/set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AG923GI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0wH4AbPADN2FM

These are the lights I used

The wire is really thin, so I was able to use these command strips with a clear backing every few feet.

anywhere to plug into, if so get a something like this
https://www.amazon.com/Warmoon-Waterproof-Flood-3-Plug-Remote/dp/B01DIO7HKK/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1502782336&sr=8-7&keywords=led+spotlight

Cool beans =)

As far as cable management - I am using a bunch of these: https://www.amazon.com/Command-Outdoor-Light-16-Clip-4-Pack/dp/B00HCQUINY

And a few other random bits and bobs under the desk, but primarily the linked command strip clips

Can you lay them on the ground at edge of the dance floor? Rather than use traditional string lights, try these on thin copper wire. They are very flexible and can bend in tight angles.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GUDMO78?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00

Why not just cannibalize one of those solar powered patio lights? Everything you need is right there -- solar cells, circuitry, the works.

Something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/INST-Powered-Ambiance-Lighting-Christmas/dp/B00KGOCRLA

This one should do the trick, hopefully it doesn't take up too much space: http://www.amazon.com/SE-Wireless-Motion-Sensor-Light/dp/B001LJKLT4

Heath Zenith HZ-5411-WH Heavy Duty Motion Sensor Security Light, White https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B00002N7FP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_iUWUCb0MH0HRH

The lighta I have picked out (http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00WVOV3W2/ref=ox_sc_act_image_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A302JHK8ZA18R6) state they are dimmable. Now I'm just trying to find an outdoor option that plugs in. The outlet isn't in a super convenient spot ( under eave) so some type of remote function would be nice.

Light up your camp without having to worry about batteries!

These are the ones that I use.

Tons of light and they don't hurt my eyes at night.

I got these from Amazon.

Here's my initial write-up on it. I'm using 12mm "pixels" (no endorsement, just first link I found on amazon) but I'm using a ws2801 version. For power, I'm now using four 3A power supplies, each with a battery pack of six shitty 18650 cells in parallel which means I basically don't have to worry about running out of battery in an evening out but I've got more size/weight in battery than I would have if I had built my battery pack out of better cells.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GUDMO78/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_AeIvxbZFP5E21

33ft of led waterproof lights for $18

Personally I'd just drape them across the ceiling or around the border of the room.

I was thinking these flood lights might work.

We're camping, so a lot of the stuff is for that.

• Battery operated tent fans
  
• Bluetooth Speakers
  
• Glow sticks
  
• Solar lights
  
• Bandanas
  
• Fresh Balls
  
• Flashlight/Phone charger
  
• Geigerrig hydration pack

ALITOVE WS2811 12mm Diffused Digital RGB LED Pixel Light Individually Addressable Round LED Pixels Module IP68 Waterproof DC 5V 50pcs/set https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AG923GI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_Ghb1CbC1C0HWA

If you don’t know how to drive the lights, get a micro:bit. And look up tutorials for micro:bit and neopixel.

The lights are individually addressable, so when they're hooked up to an Arduino, you can set each light to blink individually, be a different color, etc. I used this Arduino library and these lights.

I've used the 3M Command clips designed for Christmas light.

https://www.amazon.com/Command-Outdoor-Light-16-Clip-4-Pack/dp/B00HCQUINY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1485452359&sr=8-3&keywords=3m+command+christmas+light

I replaced 2 outdoor lights with this light it works and allows for a switch override by flipping the switch off then on again.

You could try some 3M Command Cord Clips. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076ZT3FVN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Vp5PDbRGQ42VG

Here's more. https://imgur.com/gallery/msBY1sw My wife did all the artwork. I programmed the lights. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01AG923GI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 using a raspberry pi zero, here's the source https://gist.github.com/nickadam/84a5ffc2d7f501b50ac5c887d8995a6f

Those LEDs are Alitove brand (on Amazon). They are currently powered by a BlinkyTape control board (on BlinkinLabs.

There are other addressable LED strips that will work as long as they are WS2811 based and 5V (like these: https://smile.amazon.com/ALITOVE-LED-Individually-Addressable-Waterproof/dp/B01AG923GI/ref=sr_1_4?crid=3UXGP0G50U2AS&keywords=ws2811+christmas+lights&qid=1570571218&sprefix=WS2811+christm%2Caps%2C152&sr=8-4 ).

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The ones I linked in my blog were the only ones I could find with that retro bulb look though.

Use Command clips to channel them in paths that are out of sight.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B076ZT3FVN/ref=sspa_mw_detail_0?ie=UTF8&psc=1#immersive-view_1539979581643

http://smile.amazon.com/Wireless-Motion-Sensor-Light-Super-Bright/dp/B001LJKLT4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1405651068&sr=8-1&keywords=motion+activated+led+light

There's this one with 10 LEDs compared to the usual 3:

http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Motion-Sensor-Light-Super-Bright/dp/B001LJKLT4

MOAR LEDS!!!!

https://www.amazon.com/Command-Clear-Clips-Strips-CL017-13NA/dp/B076ZT3FVN/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=command+strip+cord&qid=1564673115&s=gateway&sr=8-3 I think it's these? I got mine at home depot.

1000 of these: https://www.amazon.com/ALITOVE-LED-Individually-Addressable-Waterproof/dp/B01AG923GI

Probably forgetting some stuff but here’s a link to the lights in my room

skylite projector (my favorite)

aurora projector


(https://www.amazon.com/Delicacy-Projector-Undersea-Changing-Decoration/dp/B073R88RYK)


(https://www.amazon.com/KORJO-Bluetooth-Waterproof-Changing-Flexible/dp/B07L5C8GQM)

There’s some black lights thrown in and also a Himalayan salt lamp

(Sorry about formatting I’m in mobile)

Maybe this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AG923GI/ref=cm_sw_su_dp

WS2811 LED Christmas lights
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01AG923GI

these were the lights we used

motion operated light for the bathroom so you or the kids dont pee all over in the middle of the night.
http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Motion-Sensor-Light-Super-Bright/dp/B001LJKLT4
http://www.smarthome.com/251SL/Mr-Beams-Motion-Sensor-LED-Stair-Light/p.aspx

These are the exact ones I use. They charge in a few hours and will run for about 8 hours. They're bright enough to let you see your surroundings, and not so bright that they'll hurt your eyes.

• Put this cheap motion detecting light on your fire escape.
  
• Put this between your AC and window. Put the rest on the other windows.
  
• Keep a little light on at night or whenever you leave to deter intruders. I usually keep my kitchen light on.
  
  Not exactly booby traps, but more of a deterrent and noise-making protection done cheap.
  
  This guide isn't so bad either.

> WS2811 LED
https://www.amazon.com/ALITOVE-LED-Individually-Addressable-Waterproof/dp/B01AG923GI

I am planning on powering it with an external power supply i bought, but again, confused on the wiring of all of it w/ the power supply