Looking for some alternatives to the typical holiday electric fare this year? What is a better Christmas present that a reduced energy bill? While some of us get creative with LED solar powered Christmas string lights, an aquarium in Japan has resolved this problem in by powering a Christmas tree with an electric eel!

See video below:

The Enoshima Aquarium in Kamakura (south of Tokyo) utilizes the eels ability to generate electricity when moving. It effectively powers a two meter Christmas tree. While the power generated isn’t enough to provide consistent light, it is strong enough to allow intermittent flashing.

See video below:

To further add to its eco-friendliness, the aquarium, have also added a robotic Santa Claus powered by human muscle. When visitors to the aquarium step on a pad, it generates electricity.

While the idea of using eel to promote eco-awareness is certainly a good one, you should probably stick with something like solar powered Christmas lights to create our own green Christmas. The decorative outdoor lights are an ideal addition to any home, but with an energy efficient twist you won’t feel guilty when they turn on night after night.

Solar String Lights are ideal to light up your trees, rooftops, doorways, pathways, windows and porches. No wiring. Fast and easy to install. Energy saving, recharged by solar panel under sunlight. Lights turn on automatically when dark. Safe, corrosion/water resistant.

It is fun and easy to create Halloween settings with Solar String Lights.

Solar String Lights Decoration Ideas.

Wrap them around some tree branches and hang them around your doorway.
Find some creepy branches at the park (maybe carve your own branches out of cardboard or create your papier-mâché masterpiece), spray paint them with black and orange paints, wrap white or color solar string lights around them for a nice effect at night.

Image from ehow.com. Learn how to make your own Halloween Tree here. Or watch a video on how to Make a Halloween Tree with Paper here.

You can also hang a few Halloween ornaments from these branches, creating your own Halloween version of a Christmas tree!

Nice Halloween Tree idea from Martha Stewart. Learn how to make a Glittered Halloween Tree at marthastewart.com.

Decorations like these can also be used inside, just make sure your solar panel is close to a sunny source (window, etc.) Solar String Lights make quite a statement when used in tabletop centerpieces or a big vase wrapped around some branches in a room corner. The great thing about using them for inside decor is that you don’t have to keep them close to an electric outlet. Just charge them during the day and use all night.

Colorful Birds Solar String Lights.

You can also throw your Solar String Lights on your trees and bushes outside to compliment your other Halloween decorations.
Another great idea is to put your solar string lights inside your carved pumpkins to light them up at night. Or just wrap them around your carved pumpkin heads.

Image from countryliving.com


Image from countryliving.com

Most importantly, be creative and have fun with your Halloween Decorations!

Don’t forget to change your Color Changing Solar Post Lights mode from white light to color.

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What could be better than to surprise your mom with a gift that is thoughtful, self-sustainable and eco-friendly? Not only will your mom love it, but the fact that you care for our planet’s well-being is priceless! After all, our entire planet is our common mother…

So, buckle up for an exciting ride while browsing through a diverse selection of solar powered gifts at www.yoursolarlink.com!

1. Your easy exit out – a Solar Gift Certificate.
A green gift of free choice! Tastefully put together, our Gift Certificates can be emailed to your recipient or printed out (if you decide to give it by hand or mailed out).
Choose the desirable amount, and with the click of a button you are done!

2. 20% OFF solar powered lights and solar gadgets! Shop smart! Browse through unique collections of solar items at this link: http://www.yoursolarlink.com/specials
Amongst the other intriguing items that you could find here are hot gifts such as:

Mobile Solar Charger – Juicebar Pocket Solar Charger.	Solar Lantern – Square Solar Lantern – White.
Amazing Garden Lighthouse Light – Large Solar Fiberglass Lighthouse Light.	Strings of Solar Bird Lights – Colorful Birds Solar Lights String.
Strings of Solar Maple Leaf Lights – Maple Leaf Solar Lights String.	And many more…

3. After all, only you know what your Mom might like.
Just browse the entire collection of green products at www.yoursolarlink.com and find what you’re looking for.
But here are a few hints:

Adorable Solar Light Pot that captures sunlight during the day and releases it at night.

The warm pottery color and texture of this solar lantern – Solar Light Pot (Cylinder shape w/ bubbles) makes it a great alternative to the usual candle holder. At night it releases a soothing soft glow. Its bubbles break light into a playful pattern.
Does your mom like to enjoy a cup of freshly brewed tea or just catching a breath of fresh air on the patio or balcony? This small, economical and eco-friendly solar light makes a great companion at her side.
This solar pot light can be used inside of your house. Just put it on your windowsill to charge the battery during the day and it will have enough charge to last all night.
It can also be very handy during power outages. No running around in the dark looking for candles and matches. It is also a great nightlight.

There are a few shapes and designs to choose from:
Solar Light Pot (Cylinder shape w/ bubbles)
Solar Light Pot (Cylinder shape w/ flowers)
Solar Light Pot (Round shape w/ bubbles)

Solar Lanterns and Solar String Lights!
We know our moms like these! Every time they walk by or look out of the window they will be reminded that you are there for them and care.
Place them on a patio, balcony or hang them next to a window. They look great during the daytime, and at night the real magic begins!
Charged by the sun, these economical gifts will work wonders for years to come.
See our videos below…

Japanese Solar Lantern – Blue.	Japanese Solar Lantern – White.
Butterfly Solar String Lights – Small.	Solar Butterfly String Lights – Large.
Yellow Sunflower Solar String Lights.	And many more…

Strings of Solar Bird Lights.

Strings of Solar Maple Leaf Lights.

Show your mom you care for her safety! Ultra Bright Sunsei Motion Security Light – 12 LED’s.

These safety helpers detect any movement (built in motion sensor which detects 50 degrees vertically and 90 degrees horizontally) and will send out a warning with bright LED light. The great thing about these is that you can hang them in places where there is no access to conventional wiring. They totally rely on the sun’s charge and are very easy to install. Read more about special features of Ultra Bright Sunsei Motion Security Light.

Pocket Solar Charger – Juicebar Solar Charger. This stylish, sleek and reliable pocket-sized Universal Battery Charger (Juicebar Solar Charger) will be your mom’s best friend in situations where a conventional electricity supply is not available or if she is trying to use eco-friendly renewable power supplies.

Your mom’s cell phone is out of juice? It is not going to be a problem if she has her own Pocket Solar Charger handy (maybe just charging in the sun on her car dash board while she’s driving, at work or shopping). In a few moments her mobile will be charged and ready to go! It is great as a solar phone charger for any type of mobile phones, iPhones, PSA, PDA, Mp3 Players, Satellite Navigation, and much more. You can find these pocket solar chargers HERE.

We offer 10% OFF on any of our Solar Powered Products for Mother’s Day. Just use this coupon number at checkout: f1fe2471c3 (One Coupon per Customer).

Good Luck with your Shopping and Happy Mother’s Day!

Looking to add some twinkle to your front yard, backyard or any part of your landscape? Solar String Lights could be the perfect solution for your exterior lighting needs.
We all like to use them as a part of  holiday/party decor. These 40 amber led string lights emit sufficient lighting and are sophisticated enough to illuminate your exterior all year round!

Image by Your Solar Link. Solar String Lights – nighttime.

Image by Your Solar Link. Solar String Lights – daytime.

They are very easy to install and no wiring is required.
Hang your Solar String Lights on your trees and shrubs. Just place its  solar panel in a sunny location that gets five or more hours of sunlight a day,  so that it collects plenty of energy to power the lights all night.
That is it. You are done!

Solar String Lights are eco- friendly, requiring no electricity from polluting sources. But just how bright are they? Below is a picture of solar string lights close up, demonstrating solar string lights in the dark. These lights can be set to blink or stay lit, and the solar unit and the light rope are weatherproof.

Image by Your Solar Link.  Solar String Lights – nighttime.

Image by Your Solar Link.

Decorative solar rope lights can be a great alternative for your exterior lighting needs. Great thing about these solar lights is that they don’t have to be strictly holiday season decorative option.
Have a look at the Solar Maple Leaf Lights.

Image by Your Solar Link.

They can be used to complement your entire garden and landscaping (blending in nicely with existing maple trees). Place them on the ground to give a fallen leaf effect or place them amongst the leaves of your trees to give them eco-friendly company.
They look fantastic across a patio/balcony railing, creating a cozy inviting setting, while lightening up your mood (see video below).
This low voltage outdoor lighting is fast and easy to install, and can quickly be moved with the changing of the seasons.

Image by Your Solar Link.

So, what else is great about these Solar Maple Leaf Lights?
They are solar powered. Meaning free energy source!
There is no wiring; fast and easy way to install.
There is a setting that allows these lights to be turned on automatically when dark.
They are safe around your kids and pets.
They are water/corrosion resistant.
They will stay on all night long… And their tasteful contemporary design will look great in any setting!
Not convinced? Have a look at the video below and see how others create a unique and welcoming space using nature’s gift of solar power!

You can see these solar string lights HERE. They are sold at discounted price and will be shipped to your house for FREE!