DIY Halloween Mason Jar Luminaries

1 min read September 13, 2026 Shauna Krantz
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Add an eerie glow to your front porch this Halloween season with these DIY luminary jars! Easy and 1-2-3. Create fun and spooky faces to light up the night sky.  Peel, stick, spray and voila! These Halloween mason jar luminaries also make the perfect decoration for your fireplace mantel. Don’t forget to grab the easy and safe battery operated tea light candles to avoid that waxy mess!

Project Time
20 to 30 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Start by washing the mason jars. Make sure they are completely dry. Use the foam mason jar decals to create fun Halloween character faces! Use the package instructions as a guide for your faces.

DIY Halloween Mason Jar Luminaries step 1
Step
2

Using spray paint of your choosing, spray mason jars in a well ventilated area (outdoors is best). Spray 12-14” from jar to avoid dripping.

DIY Halloween Mason Jar Luminaries step 2 part 1
DIY Halloween Mason Jar Luminaries step 2 part 2
Step
3

Allow jars to dry completely. Place a white tea light battery operated candle in jar and allow the spookiness to begin!

DIY Halloween Mason Jar Luminaries step 3 part 1
DIY Halloween Mason Jar Luminaries step 3 part 2
DIY Halloween Mason Jar Luminaries step 3 part 3

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