Mason Jar Mummy Lanterns
There is something incredibly cozy about the warm, flickering glow of a handmade lantern on a crisp October evening. Mason jar mummy lanterns are an absolute favorite because they combine recycling with sensory play. To start, collect clean, empty glass jars of various shapes and sizes. Kids will love the tactile experience of wrapping these jars in white gauze bandages or strips of inexpensive medical crepe paper. Applying a thin layer of non-toxic decoupage glue or school glue diluted with a little water helps the bandages adhere beautifully to the glass surface.
As the layers of gauze overlap, they create a wonderful, textured mummy wrapping that naturally lets light filter through the gaps. The defining feature of these lanterns is the eyes peeking out from the bandages. Kids can glue on oversized googly eyes, or even paint glowing neon eyes directly onto the glass before wrapping. For safety and peace of mind, place battery-operated LED tea lights or fairy lights inside the jars. When the room lights are dimmed, these adorable mummies cast a soft, enchanting glow that adds a touch of cozy Halloween ambiance to any bedroom shelf or dining table centerpiece.