DIY Halloween Mummy Lanterns – Easy, Fun, and Spooky

ByEmila Lorein

Looking to add a spooky yet adorable touch to your Halloween décor? These DIY Mummy Lanterns are just what you need! They’re budget-friendly, super easy to make, and perfect for kids and adults alike.

Whether you’re decorating for a Halloween party, creating a cozy haunted vibe at home, or just love a fun craft project, this glowing mummy jar will light up your spooky season.

🧰 What You’ll Need:

  • Mason jars (or any glass jars you have at home)
  • White gauze, cheesecloth, or medical bandages
  • Googly eyes
  • Hot glue gun or craft glue
  • Battery-operated tealight candles (do not use real candles for safety!)
  • Optional: Black paint or paper for facial expressions

🛠️ How to Make It:

Step 1: Clean Your Jar

Make sure your jar is clean and dry. Remove any labels or sticky residue.

Step 2: Wrap the Jar

Cut your gauze or bandage into manageable strips. Wrap the fabric around the jar, crisscrossing it to create that classic “mummy” look. Leave a few small gaps so the light can shine through.

Step 3: Add Eyes

Glue two googly eyes to the jar where there’s a gap in the wrap. You can stick them close together for a cute mummy or space them out for a quirky look.

Step 4: Light It Up

Place a battery-operated tealight inside the jar and turn it on. The light will glow through the gauze, creating a spooky-cute effect!

Step 5: Customize (Optional)

Use black paper or paint to add angry eyebrows, fangs, or other funny faces to give each mummy its own personality.

🕸️ Decorating Tips

  • Use different sized jars for variety.
  • Arrange them on your porch, windowsill, or dining table.
  • Add fake spiders, autumn leaves, or mini pumpkins around the jars for an extra festive touch.

👻 Why You’ll Love This Craft

  • ✅ Super easy to make
  • ✅ Kid-friendly
  • ✅ Reuses materials you already have
  • ✅ Adds the perfect Halloween glow

Ready to get crafty? These DIY Halloween Mummy Lanterns are the perfect spooky-cute project to get in the Halloween spirit. Tag us if you make one — we’d love to see your glowing mummies!

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