Ghost in a Jar
Are you ready for a super cool Halloween craft project? In just a few steps, you can create a spooky ghost lantern. The best part? It's really quick to make and you only need a few simple things. Let's get started!
What you'll need
- White tissue paper
- LED tealights
- Mason jars
- Black waterproof marker
How it works
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Take a clean, empty mason jar. It can be small or large, as long as it's clear. This jar will be the home for your ghost.
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Now take the white tissue paper. Tear it into smaller pieces or leave it whole, as you like. Just loosely stuff the tissue paper into your jar. Make sure the paper fills the jar nicely from the inside. It will look like the ghost is haunting inside the jar!
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Now grab a black marker. Draw two big eyes and a mouth on the outside of the jar. Make a scared, cheeky, or funny face. Just how you want it. Your ghost can look however you imagine.
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Now all that's left is the light. Take an LED tealight, turn it on, and simply place it in the jar. When the light is on, it shines through the tissue paper and your ghost starts to glow. Spooky and beautiful at the same time!
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Your ghost in a jar is ready! Place it in the window, on the table, or in your room and watch it shimmer in the dark. So simple and yet so cool, right? Maybe you want to make a second or third ghost right away.
What kids learn from this
- Fine motor skills & creativity
