Pressed leaf lantern craft for 9-year-olds
This autumn craft is for 9-year-olds decorating a jar lantern with flat, dry leaves. Use only battery-operated lights, never an open flame.
What to buy
Clean wide-mouth glass jars
Flat dried leaves
Tissue paper sheets
Decoupage glue
Foam paintbrushes
Wax paper sheets
Twine
Battery-operated LED tea lights
Child-safe scissors
Paper towels
Disposable table covering
Small paper plates
Who this list is for
This pressed leaf lantern craft list is for 9-year-olds decorating a jar lantern with flat, dry leaves. The finished lantern uses a battery-operated LED tea light, never an open flame.
How to use this list
Cover the table with a disposable table covering and set clean wide-mouth glass jars on wax paper sheets. Arrange flat dried leaves and tissue paper sheets on the outside of each jar with decoupage glue and foam paintbrushes. Use paper towels and small paper plates for glue control, then add twine after the surface has dried. Place a battery-operated LED tea light inside only when the jar decoration is complete.
Common mistakes
Do not use fresh or curled leaves when the project calls for flat dried leaves. Never put a candle or other open flame in the decorated glass jar. Avoid handling the jar by the twine before the decoupage glue has dried. Keep glue off the inside of the jar so the battery-operated LED tea light sits cleanly.
What is on this list
You will need clean wide-mouth glass jars, flat dried leaves, tissue paper sheets, decoupage glue, foam paintbrushes, wax paper sheets, twine, and battery-operated LED tea lights. Child-safe scissors, paper towels, a disposable table covering, and small paper plates support the work area. Cross off items already available.
When you are done
Let the jars dry on the protected table before adding twine or LED tea lights. Throw away the table covering, clean the foam paintbrushes as directed for the glue, and wipe the jars carefully. Check that only battery-operated lights are used.
FAQ
Who is "Pressed leaf lantern craft for 9-year-olds" for?
This pressed leaf lantern craft list is for 9-year-olds decorating a jar lantern with flat, dry leaves. The finished lantern uses a battery-operated LED tea light, never an open flame.
How should I use "Pressed leaf lantern craft for 9-year-olds"?
Cover the table with a disposable table covering and set clean wide-mouth glass jars on wax paper sheets. Arrange flat dried leaves and tissue paper sheets on the outside of each jar with decoupage glue and foam paintbrushes. Use paper towels and small paper plates for glue control, then add twine after the surface has dried. Place a battery-operated LED te…
What should I skip or avoid with "Pressed leaf lantern craft for 9-year-olds"?
Do not use fresh or curled leaves when the project calls for flat dried leaves. Never put a candle or other open flame in the decorated glass jar. Avoid handling the jar by the twine before the decoupage glue has dried. Keep glue off the inside of the jar so the battery-operated LED tea light sits cleanly.
What is on the "Pressed leaf lantern craft for 9-year-olds" list?
You will need clean wide-mouth glass jars, flat dried leaves, tissue paper sheets, decoupage glue, foam paintbrushes, wax paper sheets, twine, and battery-operated LED tea lights. Child-safe scissors, paper towels, a disposable table covering, and small paper plates support the work area. Cross off items already available.
What should I do when I am done?
Let the jars dry on the protected table before adding twine or LED tea lights. Throw away the table covering, clean the foam paintbrushes as directed for the glue, and wipe the jars carefully. Check that only battery-operated lights are used.
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