Gearing up for a Halloween fright fest or perhaps a candy-coated kids party?
For some DIY decorating inspiration, try these easy Halloween lanterns.
Bonus: It’s an earth-friendly way to repurpose old glass jars.
Chic and environmentally friendly?
Nothing spooky about that!
Materials
- Glass mason jars, washed and dried
- Spray paint in desired colors
- Acrylic paint, black
- Paint brush, small enough to paint detailed designs
- Patterned ribbon
- Tea lights
Step 1
Turn the jars upside down on your painting surface and apply several coasts of spray paint according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Let the jars dry completely.
Step 2
Paint your chosen designs on the outside of the jars with black acrylic paint.
It may take a couple of coats to get a solid color.
Our favorites? Pumpkin faces, spiders, ghost eyes and bats.
Let dry completely.
Step 3
Optional: Apply a coat of high-gloss varnish to the outsides of the jars.
To finish your lanterns, glue a patterned ribbon around the top and place a tea light in them to add a nice glow to your holiday party.
This is a great project for kids untilyou put the candle inside.
Then please keep out of reach of children.