How can I make solar powered lights for a table?

How can I make solar powered lights for a table?
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answer:I’d head over to Instructables.com for ideas on a project such as that. They’ll have photos, step by step instructions, and lists of tips and caveats for all sorts of things like that. Here’s a result of a search for solar powered lights there to get you started.
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