Who doesn’t love the rustic charm of a barnyard location? A blend of vintage elegance and country warmth - where weathered wood, smart string lights, and open fields offer a picturesque atmosphere to host special occasions. Barnyard event spaces are great for any warm-weather event – big or small - from weddings to barbecues and even public events.
Barnyards instantly set the tone for a special occasion while staying intimately connected to nature. Trends for decorating barns and surrounding spaces always include the unique magical string lights– from small LED strings to festoon bistro lights and curtain lights. The right positioning of barnyard lights can create an unforgettable ambiance. The options are endless for carefully crafting original barnyard lighting decor.
Transforming your barnyard is all about strategic outdoor smart lighting. By incorporating high tech smart lights and lighting techniques, you can achieve a warm, rustic and vintage look.outdoor lights’ smart features let you customize your barn lighting effects and are fully controlled from your phone.
Seamlessly coordinate lighting
Before we get into the ways you can hang your lights, remember that you can position them however you want. The Twinkly App uses your smartphone camera to locate and position lights into a virtual map. This results in screen-like displays.
You can group and sync all of them to play in harmony – from the lights outside on trees and perimeters to the lights hanging inside overhead and on walls.
If you are using multiple LED strings to decorate one area, they can all be grouped and mapped together to act as one single display.
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Here are simple ideas to decorate your barnyard space with LED lights.
Customizable themes shape your evening
Whether you are hosting the event, have the task of decorating, or are the venue manager, the benefits of Twinkly mappable smart lights are tenfold. They can be repositioned for any occasion to display custom lighting effects for any party.
Personalize and fine-tune color gradients or shimmering animations that slowly accompany your guests throughout the evening. You can choose from over 16 million colors to display playful technicolor themes or refined monochrome motifs. Create your own effects using the FX Wizard to match centerpieces and other decorative elements like flowers.
Twinkly lumières can also be changed-up from moment to moment with just a tap of your smartphone screen.
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Need silence? Turn the lumières down with the “Eclipse” effects featuring black enveloped fills with waves of light.
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Time for a toast? Use the sparkling, “24K Future” or “Holiday Strobes” effects that vibrantly dance throughout the room to raise the energy.
Sync lumières to music
Lights can dance to any music with the Twinkly Music dongle. Just plug it into any USB-A outlet, connect it to the Twinkly App and select your preferred color scheme and pattern. Then close the app; the USB dongle runs independently.
The Twinkly Music dongle features a highly sensitive sound sensor that decodes ambient sounds and gives your lumières audio-reactivity in real time. All the Twinkly lumières in your decor will sync perfectly to the beat of your event’s music – whether it’s classical, rock, or dance music.
The dancing lumières give your space incredible multi-dimensional and multi-sensorial energy with audio-visual magic.
String lights: A must-have for open spaces
There is nothing like Twinkly string lights when it comes to versatile lighting decoration. They can be positioned any way you like in any indoor and outdoor settings. Here are some ideas for how to use them for barn decor:
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Drape them across open outdoor areas: Hang them between trees, poles, or the barn itself to create a canopy of light.
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Wrap around fences and along pathways: This illuminates walking areas and defines the space.
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Weave them around rafters: Adding string lights inside the barn brings a cozy, warm glow to the structure.
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Illuminate trees: Position warm-toned lumières at the base of large trees to create a soft, upward glow. Uplighting highlights barnyard features, adding depth and drama to your outdoor lighting design.
Curtain lumières: Cascading lumières add whimsy
Curtain lumières don't get enough credit for transforming the ambiance of events and parties. These LED lumières are a cascade of app-controlled strands. Twinkly Curtain offers a hang-and-play design that acts like a screen to play custom animations and unique patterns. Here are some ideas:
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Wall backdrops: Drape curtain lumières against barn walls or fabric backdrops to create instant decor and illumination.
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Entrance accents: Hang curtain lights around doorways or archways to welcome guests.
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Photo space enhancements: Create the perfect selfie station with cascading curtain lumières as a backdrop for picture-perfect moments.
Festoon bistro lumières for a rustic glow
Festoon lumières (also known as bistro lumières) bring a warm, vintage charm to barns and barnyard settings instantly with a cozy and inviting effect. Twinkly Festoon work just like all other Twinkly lumières, playing coordinated effects to perfectly match your theme.Here are some ideas on where to hang them to elevate your evening:
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Overhead canopy: String festoon lumières across open spaces – from trees or poles - or between barn beams for a magical effect.
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Perimeter lighting: Outline fences or pergolas with festoon lumières to define the space and add a soft glow.
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Dining ambiance: Hang festoon lumières above long banquet tables to create an intimate and welcoming dining experience – indoor or outdoors.
Additional tips for a well-lit barnyard
To make the most of your decoration for your barn event, keep these final tips in mind:
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Consider dimming lumières: Adjusting brightness can help set the mood for different parts of the event. Twinkly lumières can be dimmed from the control panel in the app.
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Go with weather-resistant lighting: Ensure durability against outside conditions and elements. Make sure your lumières are certified IP44 for outdoor use.
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Plan a lighting layout: Map out where to place different lumières before you start hanging. It will help you visualize your project and achieve a cohesive look in the end!
Remember that outdoor LED lights are a great choice for party and event decorating. They guarantee long lasting, green-minded lighting thanks to their low energy consumption and durability; Twinkly LEDs offer 30,000 hours of light. They can be used for multiple events over time.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply enjoying a cozy evening under the stars, Twinkly’s customizable outdoor lights will ensure your barnyard shines in all the right ways.
