The principle of this solar light is as simple and fun as it is ingenious: The Sunshine in a bottle stores energy during the day and releases light at night.

Producing light in this way is fun, sustainable and makes it easy to do your bit for the environment. And the Sunshine in a bottle will light up the dark for years to come. It contains four solar-powered LEDs, which are charged by solar cells in its lid. When placed in direct sunlight the batteries are charged and provide many hours of soft, yet bright lighting without glare.

The Consol Solar Jar™ is a genuine high-tech product from South Africa. It was originally developed for people in areas without electricity.

The production of the Consol Solar Jar™ has created jobs for over 50 previously unemployed men and women from the townships Alexandra and Soweto. It's handmade, which ensures the highest quality as well as durability.

In South Africa, the Consol Solar Jar™ has become a real cult item. It saves energy, is environmentally friendly and fun. Now, the Consol Solar Jar™ is available globally to give us a taste of real South African joie de vivre.

• Handmade to a high standard
• Preserve jar 100% recyclable
• Made with 70% local materials
• Creates steady jobs
• Winner of five design awards

When it gets dark, you can turn on the Consol Solar Jar™ using its unique magnetic switch. The four solar-powered LED lights give off a beautiful light. A light bright enough for reading!

Personalise your Sunshine in a bottle any way you like. Fill it with fruit, sand, dried flowers, shells, pebbles... There are endless possibilities. Just use your imagination.

The Sunshine in a bottle is ideal for garden lighting, decorating your table and other areas, barbecues, camping, alfresco dining and all other outdoor pursuits that would benefit from beautiful lighting to create a wonderful and relaxed atmosphere.

It is a genuine high-tech product from South Africa. It was originally developed for people in areas without electricity.

The production has created jobs for over 50 previously unemployed men and women from the townships Alexandra and Soweto. It's handmade, which ensures the highest quality as well as durability.