Post by Admin on Sept 20, 2024 14:56:17 GMT
Materials Needed:
Empty mason jars (one for each lantern)
Battery-operated tea lights or small LED lights
Scooby-Doo character printouts (Scooby, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, Fred, and other favorite characters)
Black construction paper or black adhesive vinyl
Transparent contact paper or decoupage glue
Scissors
Tape or glue
Markers, stickers, or other decorations (optional)
String or ribbon (optional, for hanging)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Prepare Your Jars:
Start by cleaning your mason jars to make sure they're free of dust and grime. Dry them thoroughly.
If you want to add a hint of color, use transparent paint or a light coat of colored decoupage glue inside the jar and let it dry.
2. Select Your Characters:
Print out images of Scooby-Doo and the gang on regular printer paper or, if you're up for some creativity, draw your own.
Make sure the images are sized appropriately to fit around your jars.
3. Create Silhouettes:
Cut out your character images carefully.
If you prefer a silhouette look, trace the outlines onto black construction paper or black adhesive vinyl and cut them out. This will create a spooky shadow effect when the lantern is lit.
4. Attach Characters to the Jars:
Use transparent contact paper or decoupage glue to adhere the Scooby-Doo characters or silhouettes onto the outside of the jars. Smooth out any wrinkles or bubbles.
5. Add Extra Decorations:
Get creative! Use markers, stickers, or other decorations to personalize your lanterns. You can draw spooky trees, bats, or even add glow-in-the-dark stickers.
If you want to hang the lanterns, tie a piece of string or ribbon around the mouth of each jar.
6. Insert the Lights:
Place a battery-operated tea light or small LED light inside each jar. Do not use real candles, as they could be a fire hazard.
Turn on the lights to see your Mystery Inc. characters come to life in a warm, spooky glow!
7. Display Your Lanterns:
Set up your lanterns around the house, in your bedroom, or outside on Halloween night. They make great, not-too-scary decorations that will remind you of Scooby-Doo’s fun adventures.
Tips for Parents:
This activity is designed to be calming and enjoyable. Let your 24-year-old take the lead, but offer support as needed, especially when cutting or handling the jars.
If certain aspects of Halloween are too frightening, focus on the fun and creative side of the holiday—costumes, candy, and making cool crafts like these lanterns.
Reflection: After completing the lanterns, take a moment to relax and enjoy your creations together. You could even watch a non-scary Scooby-Doo episode to keep the fun going!
This craft is a wonderful way to celebrate Halloween without focusing on the scarier aspects. Plus, it’s a great way to bring a little bit of Scooby-Doo magic into your home!
Empty mason jars (one for each lantern)
Battery-operated tea lights or small LED lights
Scooby-Doo character printouts (Scooby, Shaggy, Velma, Daphne, Fred, and other favorite characters)
Black construction paper or black adhesive vinyl
Transparent contact paper or decoupage glue
Scissors
Tape or glue
Markers, stickers, or other decorations (optional)
String or ribbon (optional, for hanging)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Prepare Your Jars:
Start by cleaning your mason jars to make sure they're free of dust and grime. Dry them thoroughly.
If you want to add a hint of color, use transparent paint or a light coat of colored decoupage glue inside the jar and let it dry.
2. Select Your Characters:
Print out images of Scooby-Doo and the gang on regular printer paper or, if you're up for some creativity, draw your own.
Make sure the images are sized appropriately to fit around your jars.
3. Create Silhouettes:
Cut out your character images carefully.
If you prefer a silhouette look, trace the outlines onto black construction paper or black adhesive vinyl and cut them out. This will create a spooky shadow effect when the lantern is lit.
4. Attach Characters to the Jars:
Use transparent contact paper or decoupage glue to adhere the Scooby-Doo characters or silhouettes onto the outside of the jars. Smooth out any wrinkles or bubbles.
5. Add Extra Decorations:
Get creative! Use markers, stickers, or other decorations to personalize your lanterns. You can draw spooky trees, bats, or even add glow-in-the-dark stickers.
If you want to hang the lanterns, tie a piece of string or ribbon around the mouth of each jar.
6. Insert the Lights:
Place a battery-operated tea light or small LED light inside each jar. Do not use real candles, as they could be a fire hazard.
Turn on the lights to see your Mystery Inc. characters come to life in a warm, spooky glow!
7. Display Your Lanterns:
Set up your lanterns around the house, in your bedroom, or outside on Halloween night. They make great, not-too-scary decorations that will remind you of Scooby-Doo’s fun adventures.
Tips for Parents:
This activity is designed to be calming and enjoyable. Let your 24-year-old take the lead, but offer support as needed, especially when cutting or handling the jars.
If certain aspects of Halloween are too frightening, focus on the fun and creative side of the holiday—costumes, candy, and making cool crafts like these lanterns.
Reflection: After completing the lanterns, take a moment to relax and enjoy your creations together. You could even watch a non-scary Scooby-Doo episode to keep the fun going!
This craft is a wonderful way to celebrate Halloween without focusing on the scarier aspects. Plus, it’s a great way to bring a little bit of Scooby-Doo magic into your home!