Megan Treacy is a writer from Austin, TX. A former editor at EcoGeek, she worked as a technology columnist for Treehugger from 2012 to 2018. Bargain solar lights are either: • Larger than the 2.25" ...

Don't dig trenches or bury wire to get outdoor lighting that brightens up pathways. With mason jars and solar power, it's easy to create DIY portable lights that look great and require very little ...

[Michael Mogenson] built Firefly Jar – a simple circuit to light up flickering LEDs inside a standard Mason Jar, to give away to friends and family for the holidays. Given it’s simplicity and ...

Add character to your back patio or yard with the Firefly Solar LED Mason Jar, available through World Market. Not meant for catching fireflies, but for providing soft light in the evening, the Mason ...

In a software-driven world, it's easy to forget about the nuts and bolts. Whether it's cars, robots, personal gadgetry or industrial machines, Candace Lombardi examines the moving parts that keep our ...

If dashboard cookies got you thinking about other ways to put the sun to work, here's a step-by-step guide to building sun-capturing jars that create outdoor lighting at a fraction of the retail cost.

In this video, discover 15 creative jar projects perfect for adding charm and personality to your home. From magical potion ...

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As UK evenings darken and energy costs bite, solar garden lights promise a soft, twinkly glow without a mains cable in sight.