Corked Wine Bottle Lights

The sweetest lighting can be portrayed by candlesticks in old wine bottles, but sometimes the wind can burn out the flame and ruin your candlelit dinner; if you want to keep the twinkle illuminated, try corking it with a wine bottle light.

This rechargeable light by Steve Gates fits into the mouth of any empty bottle. The effect is a dreamy magnified light that creates a soft illumination throughout the bottle and on the tabletop. When the light needs to be recharged, simply plug it into any USB outlet.

This technique is far less dangerous than unpredictable open flames and this method of lighting lasts longer too. You can create a powerfully romantic scene by lining up a row of various shaped bottles, or keep it minimalistic with just one. This alternative bottle lighting is also less expensive and more practical than candlestick lighting.