The Costco Lighting Find That's Perfect For Elevating Your Backyard Space

If your backyard is looking a little lackluster, you might think that it's time to update the landscaping or revamp the patio space with new furniture. But sometimes all you need to do is add some string lights to make your outdoor seating area feel more inviting. Something about the soft glow of twinkle lights helps make the space feel more like a bistro patio or cozy enclave rather than your same old backyard. And luckily, Costco has the perfect set to elevate your space. 

Called the Feit Electric LED Filament String Light Set, it retails for $49.99 with shipping. The lights can be used both indoors and outside, but they're constructed in such a way that they can get wet with inclement weather without breaking. The set comes on a 48 foot cord, with 24 lights spaced 2 feet apart. This enables you to cover a great deal of square footage, allowing you to play with different light arrangements. Here are a few ideas on how to use them to elevate your space. 

There are several ways you can add these string lights to your backyard. The first is to hang them above your outdoor gathering space, zig-zagging them between your house and garage or fence. This will create overhead lighting in the evening, covering the entire space in a soft glow. To attach them, all you will need to do is install hooks to the front of your house and the opposite structure. The hooks are where you will hang the lights from. 

If you would rather not drill into your exterior walls, you can also string the lights along the length of your fence. Not only does it add an atmospheric touch to your garden, but it's also a great way to make your small backyard look bigger on a budget since it will call attention to its outermost edges, making it appear larger. Similarly, if you have a gazebo, you can hang the string lights underneath its ceiling, making it a cozy place to gather in the evening. You can try zig-zagging them or simply ring them around the perimeter for a neater appearance. Bonus points if you used Costco's gazebo kit to build it, making the entire setup sourced from the iconic warehouse retailer.