Lanterns & LuminariesNo. 8324 · The 2026 edition
Halloween Luminaries
Turn recycled jars into glowing Halloween decorations with these easy luminary ideas.
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Transform recycled plastic jars and bottles into festive Halloween luminaries by adding vinyl or marker faces and embellishments like bolts. Finish with a battery-operated tea light for a safe, eerie glow.
You'll need
Directions
- Wash plastic jars and bottles that previously held food items thoroughly to prevent bugs from being drawn to your Halloween decorations when displayed outdoors.
- Cut craft vinyl into shapes to create amusing or spooky face designs for each container. Let creativity guide you in crafting unique expressions.
- An alternative method is to draw faces directly onto the containers using paint markers or permanent markers.
- Attach decorative items like bolts. For example, use scissors to carefully puncture a hole in the container, then insert a bolt to give it a Frankenstein look.
- For containers that aren't opaque, place a candle inside to illuminate your luminary. Battery-operated tea lights are recommended for safety.
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