Mason Jar Lanterns (Halloween Craft)
These adorable lanterns are a quick, easy Halloween craft that's perfect for kids and adults alike!
Equipment
- scissors
- paint brush
- glue stick
Ingredients
- Mason jars any size
- tissue paper assorted colors
- Mod Podge as needed
- black construction paper
- ribbon optional, for tying around rims
- craft paint optional, for painting rims
- battery operated tea lights one for each jar
Instructions
- Cut colored tissue paper into strips 1-2 inches wide.
- Using a paint brush, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge to the outside of a clean mason jar. Place a strip of tissue paper over the Mod Podge, then gently brush another layer over the top to seal it in place. Repeat, overlapping strips as necessary, until jar is completely covered. Turn the jar upside down and allow to dry completely.
- Once the jars are dry, cut spooky faces from black construction paper and us a glue stick to attach them to the outside of the jars.
- Finish your jars by decorating the rims with ribbon or painting them with craft paint.
- Place a batter-operated LED tea light inside each jar to create a warm, glowing Halloween lantern!
Cost: $5
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