Each year, the winter solstice lights up the holiday season for those in the Northern Hemisphere. And for many, one of the best ways to celebrate is with colorful, sparkling Christmas lights. Christmas lights, while fun, are also an important part of peoples holiday decorating. From twinkling icicle lights along the roofline to dancing, multicolored designs in the yard or porch, Christmas lights are a beloved part of holiday decorations. Though you can buy pre-made light displays, many people also express their creativity by creating their own unique styles and displays. Christmas lights come in a multitude of shapes, sizes, and colors to fit anyones design. The popular ”icicle lights” hang down like a string of frozen water droplets, while others like the “net lights,” look like a web of colorful bubbles. There are also mini-light strings, solar-powered lights, LED lights, and more. There are even battery operated lights that can be stuck into a small piece of foam to make seasonal outdoor decorations. Its easy to get caught up in the Christmas spirit by using beautiful Christmas lights as part of holiday decorations. For those who like to start early, Christmas lights can be hung or displayed any time of year. Therefore, when the actual holiday season comes around, the lights will already be in place and twinkling away!