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Crafting Halloween Owl Lanterns from Recycled Paper Cores

Introducing a Spooky Twist to Your Halloween Decor: Upcycling Toilet Paper Rolls into Adorable Lanterns! Get ready to cast an enchanting spell on your Halloween decor this year! It's time to unleash your creativity and transform those used toilet paper rolls into whimsical lanterns that will bewitch your guests. Don't discard those empty rolls just yet - with a dash of imagination and a sprinkle of crafty magic, you can craft enchanting decorations that will set the perfect spooky ambiance. Are you ready to embark on this eerie yet eco-friendly journey? Let's get crafting and illuminate the night with our upcycled creations!

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13 July, 2024

Materials

Paper towel tubes
1 thin sheet of white paper
Paint, ink, or decanters
Tape
Electric candles (available at electrical supply stores)

How to Make an Owl Lantern for Halloween

First, bend one end of the paper towel tube to form the owl’s face. Cut out two round holes for the owl’s eyes.

Attach the thin sheet of white paper inside the tube at the position of the owl’s eyes.

Use paint, ink, or markers to color and draw the owl’s eyes. For best results, let the paint dry and then add another coat to ensure a rich and long-lasting color.

Secure the electric candle inside the tube with tape. Add a handle to your lantern if you wish to carry it around.

The Final Product

It’s that simple! With just a few paper towel tubes and a bit of creativity, you’ve created adorable owl lanterns for Halloween.

Frequently asked questions

You’ll need recycled paper cores, orange and black paint, a paintbrush, a craft knife, a hot glue gun, and black card stock. First, paint the paper cores orange and let them dry. Then, cut out owl features (eyes, beak, feathers) from black card stock and glue them onto the lanterns. Finally, use a craft knife to cut out holes for the eyes and beak, and add a candle or LED light inside to illuminate your owl lantern.

Ensure your paint is dry before proceeding to the next steps. Use a sharp craft knife to carefully cut out the holes for a precise finish. If you’re crafting with children, adult supervision is recommended when using the craft knife and hot glue gun.

Absolutely! You can experiment with different colors for the paper cores and owl features. Perhaps add some glitter or other decorative elements to make them truly unique. You could even try making different animal lanterns using the same basic technique.

These lanterns can be placed on a table or mantel as part of your Halloween decor. You could also hang them from tree branches or string them up along your porch or fence for a spooky effect. Don’t forget to add a light source inside to make them glow.

Always exercise caution when using open flames. Ensure that the candle is securely placed inside the lantern and that there is enough ventilation to prevent the build-up of heat. Never leave a lit candle unattended, and keep flammable objects away from the lantern.