One of the most magical things about Sonnenglas is that it’s not just a lantern—it’s a canvas. The clear glass jar invites creativity, and over the years, we’ve seen our community come up with truly inspired ways to personalize their solar lights.
Here are ten of our favorite ideas to spark your imagination.
1. The Garden Terrarium
Fill your Sonnenglas with small succulents, moss, and decorative stones. The result? A living work of art that glows from within at night. Choose drought-tolerant plants that don’t need much water, and you’ll have a low-maintenance display that’s stunning day and night.
Pro tip: Add a layer of activated charcoal beneath the soil to prevent odors and keep your terrarium fresh.
2. Beach Memory Jar
Collected shells, sea glass, and sand from your favorite beach? Layer them in your Sonnenglas for a beautiful reminder of summer days. The warm glow of the LEDs creates a magical seaside ambiance.
3. Seasonal Centerpiece
Transform your dining table with seasonal themes:
- Spring: Cherry blossoms and pastel eggs
- Summer: Fresh flowers and citrus slices
- Autumn: Colorful leaves and small pumpkins
- Winter: Pinecones, cinnamon sticks, and dried oranges
4. Wedding Table Numbers
Fill Sonnenglas jars with flowers matching your color scheme and add elegant table numbers. After the reception, guests can take them home as favors—a gift that keeps giving.
5. Kids’ Night Light
Let children fill their Sonnenglas with their treasures—small toys, colorful beads, or glow-in-the-dark stars. It becomes a personalized night light they helped create, making bedtime something to look forward to.
6. Herb Garden Lantern
Plant small herbs like basil, mint, or thyme in your Sonnenglas. Place it on your kitchen windowsill for fresh herbs and gentle evening light. Functional and beautiful.
7. Floating Candle Effect
Add water and floating flowers or tea light holders to your Sonnenglas. The LEDs from below create a dreamy, floating candle effect without any fire risk.
8. Memory Jar
Write memories, gratitude notes, or wishes on small pieces of paper and collect them throughout the year. On New Year’s Eve, open your jar and read through your year’s highlights.
9. Camping Companion
Fill with reflective pebbles or holographic confetti to maximize the light output. Hang from your tent or set on your camp table for sustainable, reliable light wherever adventure takes you.
10. Photo Display
Insert favorite photographs facing outward, with fairy lights or decorative paper behind them. You get a rotating photo display that glows warmly at night.
Your Turn
These ideas are just the beginning. We love seeing what our community creates—tag us on social media with your Sonnenglas creations, and you might be featured in our next inspiration roundup.
Remember: whatever you put inside, make sure it doesn’t block the solar panel during the day. Beyond that, the only limit is your imagination.
Looking for the perfect Sonnenglas to customize? Browse our collection and find your new creative canvas.
