Cut pool noodles into rings

Cut Pool Noodles Into Rings and Wrap Them With Lights — The Result Is Surprisingly Beautiful!

Who would have thought that an ordinary pool noodle could become a beautiful piece of home décor?

Pool noodles are usually associated with swimming pools and summer fun, but a simple DIY trick can transform them into glowing decorative rings that look much more expensive than they actually are.

The best part? You don’t need to be an experienced crafter to make them.What You’ll Need

Pool noodles

LED string or fairy lights

A sharp craft knife

Clear tape or small zip ties

Scissors

Ribbon, greenery, or artificial flowers for decoration

Fishing line or string for hanging

Step 1: Cut the Pool Noodle

Start by cutting the pool noodle into several sections.

For smaller decorative rings, cut pieces about 1–3 inches thick.

Try to make the pieces as even as possible so the finished rings have a neat appearance.Be careful when using the knife, and always cut on a stable surface.

 

Step 2: Shape the Rings

 

Once you’ve cut the pieces, gently reshape them if they look slightly oval.

 

You can also create larger circles by cutting a longer section of noodle, bending it into a circle, and securing the ends together with strong tape or zip ties.

 

Step 3: Add the Lights

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Now comes the fun part.

 

Take your LED string lights and carefully wrap them around each foam ring.

 

You can wrap the lights tightly for a brighter appearance or leave small spaces between them for a softer glow.

 

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Secure the ends so the

lights don’t unravel.

 

 

 

LED lights are preferable because they produce much less heat than traditional bulbs.

 

 

 

Step 4: Make Them Your Own

 

 

 

This is where you can get creative.

 

 

 

Try wrapping some rings with:

 

 

 

 

Decorative ribbon

 

 

 

TwineArtificial greenery

Faux flowers

Mesh fabric

Decorative rope

You can also combine different-sized rings to create a more interesting display.

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Step 5: Decorate Your Space

These glowing rings can be used in many different ways.

Hang several of them together on a wall, place them around a patio, decorate a garden area, or use them as part of a party or wedding backdrop.

 

You can also hang rings at different heights to create a floating-light effect.

For a cozy look, warm-white LED lights work especially well.

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