Adding Lights to Your Christmas Tree

[@starsatnight3058]

We've gone to these and just buy a really good quality unlit tree. I've seen SO many people use a pre-lit for 2-4 years and then a section goes out and into the landfill, it goes. Seems like such a waste. Plus, pre-lits are very heavy to store. A good tree lasts almost 20 years until you tire of it & even then can easily be donated. We've noticed that lighting trends change so rapidly as technology does. These RAZ lights can be tucked into the center (as she shows) and then sometimes we'll add trendy berry lights (or whatever over top. She also recommends adding good quality picks to give the tree fullness and variety - & I will say - that makes a huge difference too. I admire her energy! I'm getting to the point where I get one tree up & I'm done! I just use smaller table top trees in other places.

[@UnknownMike89]

Thank you, i did this method and its sooooo beautiful! Its like my tree is made out of gold

[@ForgeMasterXXL]

I love these type of lights too, I’ve been using them for a year or two, though this year is the first time I’m ditching the Martha Stewart method of wrapping every branching back and forth for a simple laying the lights on top of each branch, then pulling/tucking a few lights to the under side.

[@wglntwst]

Ingenious idea! I have a tree I love so much but it doesn't have a twinkle function. This will definitely add the final touch to a tree I love so much. Thank you for sharing this tip!!

[@cake3020]

do you have a link for those cluster lights?

[@patrickdoak7813]

Love this technique and will use it this year on my tree. I have these Raz cluster lights and they're fantastic! I use 3 44 ft strands on my 7.5 ft tree and it's beautiful. Thanks for the tip!

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

That must be a gorgeous tree and because they are LED, you don't feel the heat from past incandescent lights!

[@patrickdoak7813]

@@REVELATIONDESIGN It's pretty spectacular. Wish I could send a photo here

[@toniacassetta5766]

I was just going to ask her how many strands for a 7ft. Tree. Thank you. Hope I can do this!!

[@Dasha-yg3om]

where do you buy the raz lights?? I can't find them anywhere.

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

@Dasha-yg3om we sell them and ship them all over. Just call the shop with your address and we will get you a shipping quote. You would be surprised how cheap we can ship these lights from Amelia Island, Fl.

[@maryannfuccello1874]

I use cluster lights and they are excellent to use and give a beautiful look. And unlike the ball garland, these lights should be tucked in deep.

[@jacqueenespanol6065]

Oh my... beautiful. I added cluster lights to my main 'Ralph Lauren' styled tree. It made it so beautiful. Thank you for the videos and tips. Gracias por Todos, Jacqueline from Michigan

[@ChantalAlba-r5p]

Can I see your tree anywhere ? X

[@tabithaowens348]

I LOVE these cluster lights!! They really do save TONS of time compared to the traditional lights. This year I made the mistake of crossing wires and second-year traditional lights start to burn out FAST apparently. I am in fact the person that took 100 years to light a tree.. I added 2 strands of twinkle LED lights and MAN OH MAN were those a game changer....it took 1/10th of the time to string them as it does with traditional. Where can we find those exact lights you're using, the clusters ive ordered from amazon are nowhere near the same as what I've seen professionals use.

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

We have been shipping the lights from our store. Otherwise, look for RAZ cluster lights. We sell them for the same price point you see on Amazon, we just lave to charge extra for shipping which is roughly $10-$15 per box.

[@TheNextTrainToHeaven]

Where did you get that pre-lit Christmas tree from? It's gorgeous! ❤️

[@Stargirl_-wz8ub]

Can you link the lights you bought? I have led lights like that but want an exact match hahah!

[@NatusVincere-]

Ohh.. Graciasss!! Se ve muy bien esta nueva técnica.. La probaré .. Esas luces RAZ recién estan llegando a Perú.. Y Se ven lindas.. Me hubiese gustado el antes y el después.. Me encanta haberte encontrado tienes un gusto exquisito.. Tiebes una nueva seguidora dsde Lima- Perú

[@angelaschmidt7132]

The tree in the background is beautiful!!!!! I love how you did the ribbon.

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

Thank you! We have over 19 fully decorated trees in our shop and decorate over 100 trees a season, every one of them completely different!

[@tracy_222]

Wow I love these cluster lights👍🏻🎄 thanks for the tips👍🏻

[@tracimills9144]

Very helpful video. Thanks!

[@Micsq4lv]

Coooool!!! I need those lights, thank you!!

[@Jesus4joy1]

Do you mind sharing the cluster light your using. I appreciate your time. Merry Christmas from AZ.

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

Thank you! They are the 44ft cluster lights from RAZ.

[@Jesus4joy1]

@@REVELATIONDESIGN will the 44ft works on my 12th ft christmas tree?

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

@@Jesus4joy1 Absolutely!

[@rizwanahmed4361]

Beautiful 😍❤️ Christmas tree ❤️ 🎄

[@lindseygerner4677]

I use clusters, but I use them in 3 sections of my artificial tree. I never have to take them off. With this, I do have too wrap around vs the zig zag.

[@kathyw.1835]

What size tree do you have in 3 sections? And do you use different lengths of cluster lights?

[@lindseygerner4677]

@@kathyw.1835 it's a 9 ft that comes apart in 3 sections. All the same length lights. I have the top section started from the top and there's lots of extra at the bottom of the strand. I have a bright piece of tape at a certain spot. When packing it up, that's where I bundle the extra. Unpacking the tree, that extra bundle gets wrapped into the middle section. It's easy to hide that piece of tape with tree decor. When it comes time too pack up the tree, I just need to find that pink tape and bundle the extra up and pack up the tree in is storage bag

[@lrcurry84]

This is such a great idea. I wish I had seen this comment before I bought my lights!

[@cfrayre6572]

Are cluster lights the same as micro led lights. I’m seeking for those micro led lights that I saw on a Costco pre lit tree. Can’t find those micro led lights

[@kellyschwiger9632]

How many strands would you use on a 7 foot narrow tree that is in a corner?

[@herFLYness79]

I've never seen these before! I need them for my tree. I have a white 3 ft tree (I think) that I put on an end table.

[@susanallen8214]

how many strands would it take for that size? and how many lights per strand, etc?

[@dontworrybehappy5431]

I feel like these cluster lights can help a skinny not so fluffy tree help it look a bit fuller because my tree is a little on the skinnier side 😅

[@lizziel1453]

How many lights are on the cluster lights

[@benkoster6334]

I like how you decorated your Christmas tree with those lights

[@timothy8eight263]

Beautiful ornaments.

[@heidijohnson6125]

How many of those light strands would I need for a real 8 for noble fur tree?

[@Brookeraulerson]

Real trees are harder to predict because they vary in width. I would start with 4 44’ strands or similar length.

[@brookeraulerson1261]

I'm not familiar with product in Australia but we can ship anything to you. We will just have to get an estimate for your address. Please call the shop for more information.

[@PamelaRodriguez-j2o]

I don’t understand what you mean by pie shape. Like a slice of pie?

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

Apply lights from top to bottom zig zagging through the tree. When you are putting them in the branches, only zig zag at the top in a small width. Keep getting wider as you go down. Think of 3 pizza pie slices on your tree to cover the entire tree. 🔺🌲

[@patriciareith423]

I have a 7' tree and I took off all the lights. Will 1 44' strand work for it.

[@laal6589]

Need two strands

[@JanuszDomagała-y7k]

Gdzie kupiłaś te lampki ?

[@fortheloveofmoon]

Will these lights work in a sparse tree?

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

You might see the wires if it’s too sparse. But this style of lights would be the best.

[@kamilmukhametdinov2714]

Hi, from where I can get this lights?

[@KissMintz]

aww just bought the regular lights

[@linacustodio8877]

What is a pie shape??

[@beverlykubat1146]

Amazing!!

[@TheMichelleLeah]

Can you link the lights please?

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

We sell them and ship them but you will have to give us a call and give us your information to get a shipping quote. 904-261-5546

[@cindyarelyhernandez3097]

where can I find these lights?

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

I think people buy them online. We also ship them all over. The shipping cost is very reasonable on the lights from Florida.

[@ContessaCrawford]

@@REVELATIONDESIGN I can’t find a true soft twinkle light in Australia do you know where to find lights sent to Australia

[@heidim6468]

They also call them poll lights right…..

[@Brookeraulerson]

I’ve not heard them called that. Only cluster lights.

[@angeliquesmalls970]

Great Great advice….

[@sunshinegirl02]

what about a 7 foot tree would 2 sets of 25Ft be enough?

[@jenniferharper9040]

Did she answer your question? I was wondering the same. 🎄

[@sunshinegirl02]

@@jenniferharper9040 no she hasnt but I just bought a set of 25FT cluster light and i really dont see how i would need more than one set Jeannaloveschristmas recommends we put additional lights at the heart of tree so im gonna try that technique this year

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

Sorry for the late response, we have several people logging in to keep up with the questions. The 44ft cluster lights are what we use on a 9 ft tree. We use 3 sets. It really depends on how bright you want your tree. We typically put 2 strands of 44ft cluster lights on a 7ft tree but we have added up to 6 strands of the 44ft cluster lights on a 9 ft tree.

[@libbysharkey8078]

what is the height of this tree?

[@Brookeraulerson]

10ft.

[@NatusVincere-]

Otro favor.. Mi padre ama los huevos fabergé.. Ha vomprado varios.... unos 20 d regular tamaño 12 o 13 cm aprox. para su decoracion d este año.. Yo me encargo dl armado d du arbol.. Ayúdame porfavor.. Que otras piezas me ayudarian para que ese arbol quede hermoso.. Graciassssss!!!

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

That’s wonderful! Fabergé eggs are very intricate. I suggest using a wide ribbon in a solid color like red and just floral picks and stems of one color added to the tree. This will help the eggs stand out. Poinsettias or Amaryllis will give a solid focal point to direct your eyes around the tree and something solid to have a visual rest between eggs. Hope this helps!

[@manocouty_lover1881]

What is a pie shape? Aren't pies round?

[@brookeraulerson1261]

Good Question. Slice of a pie.

[@Ghost-un6oe]

She means like pizza pie slices, that's how she's doing the lights on the tree in sections/slices.

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

@@Ghost-un6oe to not cross the wires, zig zag the lights in a pizza pie or triangular shaped pattern from the top to the bottom getting wider and wider until you come to the bottom.

[@ginaesque6782]

I may be having a serious blonde moment bc I looked through every comment & didn't see where anyone else mentioned what Im about to ask. Wouldn’t there be overlapping in some spots & bare in other spots bc of the pies being bigger at the bottom & smaller at the top? Unless tht 3rd pie tht she didn’t show doing was supposed to be flipped upside down? But even then I feel like its gonna be off somewhere...

[@laal6589]

Like a triangle pizza slice

[@constantineangelgutierrez1851]

fab

[@pamelabillings4293]

How many light strands for a 7 ft tree 🌳?

[@laal6589]

Two

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

We typically put 3-4 cluster lights on a 7ft un-lit tree and 2-3 on a pre-lit tree with existing lights.

[@nsanenthembrane]

I’ve watched so many of these videos and I still don’t get it

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

Time to hire a floral designer to come in and light your trees. We can help you locate one in your area.

[@cwez11]

[@greg5892]

This was an ad for cluster lights, not a how to.

[@marilynduenas1876]

Sorry but none of these videos had showed a right way to put lights on. This one is not an exception.That requires patience and art .

[@saggitt]

Can you elaborate, please? What exactly is wrong or missing?

[@duffyellie]

Waiting....

[@dReAmWiELdEr]

I'll step in and answer, from a professional perspective... one reason is that as you go down the tree in this fashion, you will clearly see the cord/stand of the lights crossing the branches. This requires you to zoom in quite a bit on this video to see what I'm talking about, but it's clearly there. Secondly, this becomes even more of an issue with a 'decorator's tree,' or trees with branches more sparsely spaced, especially some live trees. It becomes very tacky looking, very quickly with such trees. Although, I do agree that working in thirds in a pie shape can be beneficial. (This is also somewhat of a golden rule for adding all of your ribbon, stems and picks, and decorations as well. It allows for more consistent coverage for everything.) You want to begin with laying the lights on each branch, weaving in on one side, starting from as far inside of the tree as possible, then coming out toward the tip of the outside of the branch, then back into the inside of the branch on the other side of the branch... also weaving under and over each frond in an alternating fashion as you go. This helps to conceal the cord even further, while still allowing easy removal/retrieval of the lights when taking the tree down. Working in the pie-shaped thirds of the tree (as mentioned,) you would repeat the process for each branch of the tree. If you're limited on the amount of lights you have or you're worried about running out, you take the number of strands of lights that you have, mentally divide the tree into that many "pie pieces" (each strand per "pie piece,") attach one end of the string of lights at the top of that strand's 'tree pie piece," and the other at the bottom, and then using a similar method that I delineated above, loosely place the lights on each branch in a zig-zag weaving motion to determine how much of each branch you can cover (working from the outside in) with the difference being that you're kinda working from the outside in instead. Then once all of the lights are loosely placed, work the lights over and under each frond to secure them. I know all of that may sound tricky... maybe I need to create a video on this myself, now that I'm thinking about it. :)

[@Brookeraulerson]

This video was created to give the common person with little energy, not enough time and many tasks during the season a way to put lights on with ease. Is it perfect? Are any of us perfect? Do we all find fault or other ways to do things in others concepts? This is up to you. It’s a method I have used in my professional florist, showrooms, commercial and residential properties for 30 years. You do not see the cord after it’s decorated. Just like you don’t see the center of the tree after you put in your stems, garlands, ribbons and ornaments. It’s just a way to do it more simply without concentrating on each stem. To add more lights to a prelit tree like the title states. To help people enjoy their holidays and not hate to decorate for the tremendous occasion. Blessings to everyone on the upcoming holiday!

[@Brookeraulerson]

@@dReAmWiELdErI can’t wait to see it. Please let me know when it’s up.

[@AnneMarieCartier]

LED lights do not have the sparkle of incandescent...The only place to buy them now is Amazon! I will never use any LED every again!

[@Brookeraulerson]

Ok

[@MenkoDany]

that is not a "pie shape"

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

Piece of pie shape. Sorry for the error.

[@mitchhobock683]

I’m is not good

[@gs9543]

Where are the videos showing this REAL Christmas trees? I heard you shouldn't wrap lights around the branches of a real tree as it can damage it and drop needles. All the videos I've seen are for fake trees!

[@Brookeraulerson]

We don’t decorate but 1 fresh tree every year. Either way, the same technique will work, weave in and out only loosely looping around every third of fourth branch just to hold in place.

[@JovinMyHeart4Eva]

Too hard to follow what she’s actually doing

[@kobocopcustoms]

Whatever you did here looks terrible

[@sxy1tanni]

that was sloppy af!!!

[@laal6589]

Agreed

[@REVELATIONDESIGN]

Great thing about cluster lights is that they do not have to be complicated and precise. The wired lights have more lights coming off in each direction to give maximum exposure without the stringent placement and over thinking. The pre-lit manufacturer placed lights on the tree already are evenly spaced. Happy Decorating!

[@kimberlyatsfp3112]

@@REVELATIONDESIGNI love that it’s “sloppy”. As someone who decorates professionally for Christmas, but also someone that has ptsd from the old Martha Stewart version of wrapping lights down each branch, I think this is spectacular bc the lights are not the focus, they simply provide a romantic twinkle. For all those confused on “pie shaped” think of the squiggly line of redi-whip on top of the pumpkin pie😜

[@janetgies8698]

These cluster lights are great. My issue with lots of light is they overpower and make the decor hard to see. I suppose this issue would be helped by using ornament colors that are more visible. 🎄🤍Janet