Get Festive With Outdoor Holiday Decorations

Have a safe and happy holiday with these tips for dressing your home in the spirit of the season.

Control Twinkle Lights From Your Phone

Decorating your home with App Lights this holiday season will help you keep your house safely lit up like the North Star, while also being able to keep tabs on the operation from your mobile device. The apps allow you to control the different flash and strobe effects of the lights, as well as control when they turn on and off.

Use Extension Cords the Safe Way

Choose Battery Operated Decor

Whether you want to completely avoid any electrical safety issues or if your front porch doesn't have any outdoor outlets, battery operated decorations may be the best solution for you. There are many options available -- from wreaths to trees to nutcrackers -- that don't rely on electricity to glow with holiday spirit.

Anchor Your Inflatable Decorations

If you choose to decorate your yard with inflatable holiday characters, don't let high winds whisk them away. Anchor them to avoid losing them to high winds and other weather elements. Use the anchor that comes with the inflatable and angle it in the ground away from the character to keep it secure.