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Outdoor · March 30, 2021

DIY String Light Patio Refresh

So surprise! We bought a camper this Summer and we have been busy trying to refresh it and make it our own. It was pretty much move in ready, but we just wanted to make a few improvements and add our own style to things.

Which is why we decided to do a string light patio refresh to our lot outside. I could not be more pleased with how this project turned out. 

It literally took one day and a few hours, but that was all! It wasn’t hard to do and the outcome was so amazing. It definitely makes our outdoor space feel so much more cozy and we have been spending as much time as possible out here!

I will share everything that we did in order to do this easy string light patio refresh below!

String Light Patio Refresh
I love how this space turned out!

You may remember this post because I previously shared in back in August of 2020. But for some reason this post got deleted and I could not refresh and share it again! So I had to re-do it. Hopefully y’all will enjoy it just as much the second time around too! This post also contains affiliate links. Click here to read my disclosure policy.

Materials Needed: 

  • Posts
  • Post Hole Diggers
  • Patio Lights
  • Stain
  • Quick Setting Cement
  • Drill
  • Screws
  • Personalized Sign (optional)
  • Hanging Basket (optional)
  • Hanger for Basket (optional)
Materials Needed
Shopping for all the supplies needed for this project!

Decide Where to Place your Posts

The first thing we did was decide where we wanted to place our posts. This was important because they would be the anchors for our patio lights.

We measured the space out to make sure we would be able to stretch a set of patio lights out and make them even up at the next post.

We got a total of three posts and ended up using a tree as our last post to end the patio lights around.

Depending on your space and your size of patio will determine how many posts and/or sets of patio lights you will need. 

Camper Lot
You will notice that we got rid of the bear here and replaced it with our sign instead.
Outdoor Lot
Here is what the lot looked like before we added the patio lights.
Outdoor Dining Area
Here is our outdoor table before we added the large LED patio umbrella here.
Outdoor Grill Area
You can see our fire pit area here before we added the new tiki torches and new patio lights.

We also ended up having an extra smaller post where we put beside the first large post. We wanted this to be a space where we could easily display our custom made sign.

We got a steel company to make us a sign saying “Gentry’s Gatlinburg Getaway” which is what we call our camper.

You could totally do this too if you wanted to display a sign as well. But otherwise, this is definitely an optional step. 

Place The Posts

Now that you know where to place the posts, you can start using the post hole digger to get them ready to permanently cement them!

This takes a lot of manpower and thankfully my hubby was able to do this for me so I didn’t have to do it on my own!

After he got all the holes dug, we placed the posts in the holes and added the quick drying cement to the hole too. 

Digging the hole for the posts
Here you can see how my hubby dug the holes with the post hole diggers. Once we had the hole dug, we placed the posts inside of it and added the quick drying cement in there too.

This was my first time using the quick drying cement and I’ve gotta say, it’s an amazing product! All you do is pour the powder in the hole and cover it up with the dirt that you removed from the post hole digger.

The next time it rains (or you can water it yourself) it sets up! No mixing required! How easy is that?! And perfect for this project as well. 

Posts in Camper Lot
This was one of the very first posts we placed.
Posts in Lot
Here is the second post as well.

Stain the Posts

After the posts are all set where you want them, now you can stain them! In my opinion, this is the fun part! My hubby doesn’t like to stain, so I was all over this opportunity to do so myself!

I would recommend just to wipe the bottom of the posts with a wet rag though in case any of that powdered cement got on there. 

Staining The Posts
Staining the posts!

I used the Minwax Early American stain and I love the color! It turned out so nicely. It really made a huge difference staining all the posts.

You could also choose to paint the posts instead if you wanted to go that route too. But staining didn’t take me long at all and I think painting would probably take longer but that’s just me! 

Hang the String Lights 

After the stain has dried, you can now hang the string lights! My hubby was just able to drill the lights directly into the posts because the lights we got had a hole above them for screws.

If the patio lights you have don’t have that option, just be sure to get some hooks that you can drill into the posts instead.

That way you can just drape the lights over the hooks attached to the posts. 

Hanging the String Lights
We are in the process of stringing the lights here. We hung them first and then went back to add the bulbs to them!

Either way is just fine and will look incredible! We also ran into a few problems even though measured it out first.

Because our lights had the holes in them to drill, when we got to the third post, it did not line up correctly. So we had to improvise and wrap the wire around the post first and then drill the light in.

Honestly, you can’t even tell and it looks just fine! If we didn’t do that, the lights would have hung down way too low and would not have looked as good.

So really you can just play around and figure out what looks best for your space. 

String lights being hung up
Another shot of hanging the lights before adding the bulbs to them.

Hang Up Sign and Planter 

Like I stated above, this step is totally optional. But since we had this really cute sign, we wanted to be able to display it and show it off.

Using the smaller post we had, we measured the length of the sign and put that smaller post right now beside the taller post up front.

Then we just attached the sign to both posts on each side.

Patio Refresh
Here is what the sign looked like before we completed the project.

To make it look more balanced, we added a hanger to be able to attach a hanging planter there. It looks so good and adds a little bit of color to the whole space with the bright flowers.

And I also don’t notice that one post is taller than the other with the hanging basket evening it out. 

Completed Patio Refresh
And here is what it looks like once completed!

Conclusion

 If you have a little bit of time and are itching to refresh a patio space with some string lights, then I highly suggest doing this project!

It was hard work (mainly cause it was so hot outside when we did it) but it was also totally worth it. Another great way to refresh a patio space is to add in a fire pit area too!

I know we will enjoy it for years to come too! Do you have an outdoor patio space with string lights too? Or have you ever done a refresh similar to this before? Let me know below! 

Easy String Light Patio Refresh
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In: Outdoor · Tagged: Camper, Patio Refresh, String Light

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Comments

  1. Della Driscoll says

    March 30, 2021 at 7:35 pm

    This is so gorgeous! I’d love an area like this for summer evenings, great post x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      March 30, 2021 at 11:12 pm

      Thank you! We definitely enjoy siting out here on the summer evenings for sure!

      Reply
  2. Nancy says

    April 1, 2021 at 11:44 pm

    I love that you were able to make a string light with a few materials. So important to have that pole into the ground – having a solid foundation takes you far! Thanks for sharing!

    Nancy ✨ mdrnminimalists.com

    Reply
  3. Jenny in Neverland says

    April 2, 2021 at 9:45 am

    I want to hang out in your patio hahaha! It’s so cute and you’ve done an amazing job with it!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 3, 2021 at 12:43 am

      Awe thanks my friend! Come hang out! We would love to have you! Too bad we’re so far apart lol

      Reply
  4. Ellis James Designs says

    April 5, 2021 at 10:00 am

    Really awesome how lights can refresh a space! Thanks for being so detailed about putting these up, very helpful!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 5, 2021 at 2:54 pm

      Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it too my friend!

      Reply
  5. Luci says

    April 5, 2021 at 5:09 pm

    This looks great, will be perfect to spend evenings in the garden as it’s gets warmer!!

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 5, 2021 at 11:58 pm

      Thank you! It is so perfect to spend warm evenings here for sure!

      Reply
  6. Lucy says

    April 5, 2021 at 6:44 pm

    I love your patio refresh makeover! It’s such a lovely idea! x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 6, 2021 at 12:00 am

      Thank you so much. I am loving it too!

      Reply
  7. The Healthcare Hustle says

    April 5, 2021 at 8:13 pm

    This is gorgeous! I can’t wait to give it a try

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 6, 2021 at 12:01 am

      Thank you so much. I am so glad you think so too

      Reply
  8. The Healthcare Hustle says

    April 5, 2021 at 8:15 pm

    What a gorgeous setup! love to give it a try

    Reply
  9. Eleanor Jones says

    April 6, 2021 at 9:38 am

    Wow this is such a gorgeous idea of a patio decoration, thank you for sharing this refresh idea 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 7, 2021 at 2:10 pm

      Thank you so much Eleanor. I am so glad you think so too!

      Reply
  10. Anika says

    April 6, 2021 at 2:10 pm

    Your garden looks so lovely! What a pretty addition too, and I love that it was a fun DIY project. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Anika | chaptersofmay.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 7, 2021 at 2:11 pm

      Thank you so much. It sure was a such a fun DIY project to do. We have really enjoyed it so far.

      Reply
  11. Sarah says

    April 6, 2021 at 3:03 pm

    This really makes your patio area look fantastic. I love that sign and hanging planter spot. It really adds a nice little extra touch. This is the type of space I would spend tons of time in during the summer. I really want to add some lights to our deck and backyard, so this is a great inspiration for my future project.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 7, 2021 at 2:13 pm

      Thank you so much. I am so glad I could give you some inspiration then!

      Reply
  12. Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama says

    April 6, 2021 at 8:22 pm

    Your patio looks amazing! I love the sign and the lights, so cute! Thanks for sharing another great project.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 7, 2021 at 2:15 pm

      Thank you. I am so glad you think so too my friend!

      Reply
  13. Monique says

    April 7, 2021 at 12:10 pm

    This is a clear and simple step by step procedure, awesome! I’d like to have a patio someday in my future home. Fab read! Learned something. Thanks for sharing!

    http://www.lifebeginsattwenty.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 7, 2021 at 2:19 pm

      Thank you. I am so glad you enjoyed it as well.

      Reply
  14. bournemouthgirl says

    April 7, 2021 at 12:57 pm

    It looks so lovely! ☺️ great for the warmer weather in the evenings where you can sit outside.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 7, 2021 at 2:21 pm

      Thank you, yes it is so perfect to sit outside in this space!

      Reply
  15. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    April 8, 2021 at 1:38 pm

    What a lovely way to create a peaceful ambience outside your trailer! You can never have enough lights as far as I’m concerned. Enjoy!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 8, 2021 at 4:24 pm

      Thank you. That is very true. I totally agree with that!

      Reply
  16. Sophie Naylor says

    April 8, 2021 at 1:58 pm

    Wow – this looks absolutely stunning and so unique! I’ll definitely be giving it a go in my garden 🙂 x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 8, 2021 at 4:25 pm

      Thank you! You definitely should. It was totally worth the work!

      Reply
  17. Lynn says

    April 8, 2021 at 3:42 pm

    Wow! Amazing job. I love string lights so much. My whole wedding décor was literally string lights! Its such a magical feeling. Congrats on your camper too! I’m excited to see what you do with it xx

    Lynn | https://www.lynnmumbingmejia.com

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 8, 2021 at 4:27 pm

      Awe yes. I love string lights too. They definitely give off a romantic feel for sure!

      Reply
  18. lifestyleseason says

    April 8, 2021 at 5:39 pm

    Love this! Thank you for sharing the process! I love the string lights and the extra touches also look great! Staining the posts is a great idea and it looks really good!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 10, 2021 at 1:35 pm

      Thank you so much. I really appreciate it my friend!

      Reply
  19. Holly says

    April 9, 2021 at 3:04 pm

    This is fantastic!
    I love the step-by-step.. you’re making me feel brave enough to try it out!
    Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 10, 2021 at 1:36 pm

      Awe yay! You should definitely try it out! It wasn’t hard to do at all!

      Reply
  20. Stephanie says

    April 9, 2021 at 6:22 pm

    I absolutely love how this turned out. The whole area is gorgeous. You’re making me envious of all that outdoor space!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 10, 2021 at 1:42 pm

      Awe thank you so much Stephanie. We really enjoy this outdoor space for sure!

      Reply
  21. Heidi says

    April 10, 2021 at 5:52 am

    Wow! I love how it turned out. It seems easier than I thought and I bet it’s really relaxing to hang out there in the evenings. 🙂

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 10, 2021 at 1:45 pm

      Thank you so much. It really is perfect to relax there in the evenings!

      Reply
  22. Nic | Nic's Adventures & Bakes says

    April 10, 2021 at 2:16 pm

    Thanks for sharing your patio lights update 🙂

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    • Charity Gentry says

      April 11, 2021 at 2:57 pm

      No problem at all!

      Reply
  23. Shruti sood says

    April 18, 2021 at 1:15 pm

    Amazing ideas!!! would surely going to give it a try!!!!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 19, 2021 at 10:59 pm

      Thank you! you definitely should!

      Reply

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The cutest little oil & vinegar set! 😍 I don’ The cutest little oil & vinegar set! 😍 I don’t know why I’ve never actually had my olive oil out on the counter, especially since I use it every night!! But I guess I just didn’t have a cute enough dispenser for it. So I’m glad I have one now! Do you leave oil & vinegar out on your counters too?! 

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I just love how my DIY herb garden markers turned out! You may remember, I made these last year and they are still going strong again this year! I love the way they look and I think it really pops inside my herb garden! 🪴 I will share my blog post here which explains more in depth on how I made these markers: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/herb-garden-markers-diy/ 🌱 Be sure to go check it out and let me know what you think below!

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This weekend y’all know that we were in Charlott This weekend y’all know that we were in Charlotte. And there is a little gem hidden nearby called @thedepotatgibsonmill And if you’re a vintage lover like myself, then you’ve got to check it out!! It was literally the biggest antique store I’ve ever been in and filled to the brim with vintage goodies! My mission was to find some vintage patriotic goodies and I think I accomplished that goal!! 🇺🇸 I can’t wait to go back when we have more time and really shop and explore the place even more! If you’re in that area, you’ve got to go check it out my friends! 😉
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This weekend on the blog I shared a copycat recipe This weekend on the blog I shared a copycat recipe of Panera’s lemon drop cookies! And they turned out to be delicious of course 😋 You can get the full recipe over on my blog here: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/panera-lemon-drop-cookie-recipe/ 🍪 I just love anything lemon flavored this time of the year, don’t you?!
And I’m using my handy dandy @caraway_home baking sheets here. Which reminds me, today is the last day to have guaranteed shipping in time for Mother’s Day!! And you can use my code “MORNINGS_ON_MACEDONIA10” to get an extra 10% off the already discounted bundles!! Trust me, your mom would love anything from Caraway! They are the best!! 🙌🏻 #CarawayHomeMothersDaySale #carawayhome #lemoncookies #lemoncookie #copycatrecipe #lemondropcookies
Well, this weekend has been one for the books! Not Well, this weekend has been one for the books! Not only did we get to see @codyjohnson live, but we also got to meet my favorite comedian and podcaster this weekend! If you haven’t heard @johnbcrist is absolutely hilarious 🤣 My cheeks hurt from laughing so much!! But all in all it was an incredible weekend and I hope you all had a great one too my friends! 😉
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Catch me out here every summer night 😉 I’m lo Catch me out here every summer night 😉 I’m loving how our hot tub deck turned out! It’s been so much fun to sit out here and enjoy the evenings. And of course go for a quick soak in the hot tub too! 🙌🏻 Although, I’ll miss it tonight because we’re headed to see Cody Johnson in concert!! I got these tickets for my husband’s birthday back in January so we’ve been waiting a long time for this 😂 And I can’t wait!! What are y’all up to this weekend??
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If you’re a wax melt lover like myself, then you If you’re a wax melt lover like myself, then you need to check out @antiquecandleco_ 😉 Not only do they have amazing candles, but they also offer these awesome wax melts too! And you can use my code “Macedonia20” to get 20% off these wax melts or anything on their site too! Now’s the time to shop for Mother’s Day gifts too my friends! Especially since they have all their summer scents out right now too!! 🙌🏻

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Time to make this window box a little better 😉 Time to make this window box a little better 😉 I always love refreshing it for spring! We got this window box from @flowerwindowboxes a couple of years ago and love it! It really makes our house pop I think! I love watching everything bloom and grow during the season! Do you have a window box too?! Let me know 👇🏻
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Since y’all loved my raised garden bed so much w Since y’all loved my raised garden bed so much when I shared it last week, I figured I would share exactly everything I planted in it today! And given that it’s only been about 2 weeks since I planted everything, it’s really starting to take off and bloom already!! I got most of these pretty flowers from @reemscreeknursery and I can’t wait to see it all covered and full of flowers soon too! Do you guys have a raised garden bed?? And if so, what do you like to plant in it?! Let me know below! 👇🏻
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Since I’ve been on a planting spree here lately, Since I’ve been on a planting spree here lately, I figured I’d include my little kitties and plant some catnip for them too! 😹 And I’m so glad I did. Now they love going on the screened in porch even more since they can munch on some catnip now too! 😂 Have a happy Monday my friends!
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I made the cutest little succulent garden for our I made the cutest little succulent garden for our screened in porch the other day and I just love how it turned out. Plus, it was so simple and easy to make! I got most everything I needed to make it from @loweshomeimprovement too! I shared the full tutorial about how I made it all over on my blog today so be sure to check that out here: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/diy-succulent-garden/ 🪴 Have a happy Saturday my friends!!

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We had the best time being tourists in our own cit We had the best time being tourists in our own city this past weekend. As you know, I was off work all last week so I had a little staycation and it was glorious. But, we did spend a whole day in downtown Asheville and had a great date night! First, we stopped at @theblackbirdrestaurant for some brunch and then spent some time strolling and shopping all the stores like @mastgeneralstore and @anthropologie 🛍️ And our dinner at @ukiahrestaurant was amazing! That was our first time going there and it did not disappoint! And of course, we couldn’t end the evening without a sweet treat, so we got some @asheville.chocolate 🍫 All in all, a great date night and great week off. Although, I’m super bummed my staycation is over and it’s back to reality now 😂
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I’ve got the most exciting news today friends!! I’ve got the most exciting news today friends!! @minkycouture is having a HUGE sale, just in time for Mother’s Day!! You can use my code “CHARITYG” to get 60% off any full priced blanket on their site! Plus, FREE shipping! 🙌🏻 I’m telling y’all, these would make such an amazing Mother’s Day gift. Once you have a Minky, you will never go back! 😉 They seriously are the softest and most cozy blankets ever. Do you own a Minky too?! Let me know below which one is your favorite if so! 👇🏻
I’m loving these outdoor solar lanterns that I g I’m loving these outdoor solar lanterns that I got from @target a few weeks ago! And they look perfect on our hot tub deck! Plus, the light they give off at night is amazing! Perfect for spring and summertime! 

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I was a busy bee this weekend getting my raised fl I was a busy bee this weekend getting my raised flower bed all ready for the season! 🐝 After taking a trip to @loweshomeimprovement and getting all the raised bed soil and plants, I was all ready to go! But, I’m so happy with how it all turned out and I can’t wait to see everything fill in and grow throughout the summer! 🌺 And of course I had to get some flowers that attract hummingbirds since little Miss Riley loves to watch them from the office window 😹 So hopefully some will stop by soon for her to see! Do you have a raised garden bed too?? If so, what do you plant in yours?? Let me know below 👇🏻 
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If you’re looking for the perfect summertime tea If you’re looking for the perfect summertime tea, this hibiscus berry tea from @tearunners is definitely it! So yummy and refreshing! Plus, you can snag this tea and any other tea for 18% off today only! So don’t miss out on their delicious, award winning teas! This one is perfect to enjoy while sittin out on the porch too! Use my link in stories to order yours today! 😉
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It doesn’t matter how much time I have off, or w It doesn’t matter how much time I have off, or what I do during the time off, it’s never enough! 😂 Anyone else feel this way?! Talk about the Sunday scaries for real. Especially after having the whole week off. I definitely am not looking forward to going back to work tomorrow. I just wanna be a stay at home cat mom 😹 But, unfortunately that doesn’t pay the bills for some reason. Let’s all home that this week flies by at least. Fingers crossed I make it through 🤣
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Happy Easter My Friends!! Sharing some pics of Eas Happy Easter My Friends!! Sharing some pics of Easter decor that I never got around to sharing before 😂 But, I hope you all have a wonderful day celebrating our risen Savior! I can’t believe it’s already Easter!! This month sure has flown by! Enjoy the day friends! 💕
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Saturdays are for yard work around here! Especiall Saturdays are for yard work around here! Especially now that the weather is much nicer here lately! And we recently got everything mulched too so it’s looking even better! I thought my hubs was crazy having 4 pallets of rocks and mulch delivered from @loweshomeimprovement but it turns out, we do actually need it all to finish everything 😂 I shared all about our mulching and landscaping process over on my blog today so be sure to check it out here: https://morningsonmacedonia.com/front-yard-landscaping-ideas-with-rocks-and-mulch/
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If you guys are looking for some new bedsheets, th If you guys are looking for some new bedsheets, then you definitely need to check @bollandbranch out! I got the percale sheet set a few weeks ago and absolutely love them! I’m a super hot sleeper so these definitely help me stay cool at night! And they were nice enough to give me a coupon for y’all to use too! Use “Macedonia” to get 20% off anything from their site! And tell me, are you a hot sleeper too?! Let me know below and be sure to give Boll and Branch a try if so!👇🏻

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