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19 ways to make your garden glow

Candles, hanging lanterns, chandeliers, and string lights add magic to evenings outside

Photo by Thomas J. Story, story by Miranda Jones

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Hang fire

Create romantic lighting for an outdoor dinner party by suspending votives (we used mini recycled-glass tea light lanterns) at varying heights from low-hanging branches.

Use clear fishing line and be sure to keep candles a safe distance from the leaves.