DIY Haunted Mason Jar Lanterns

2 min read September 13, 2026 Mariah Leeson
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The haunted forest will be illuminated with these easy DIY Haunted Lanterns, they add the perfect creepy factor to your Haunted Forest Halloween Party setting.

Project Time
20 to 30 min
Difficulty
Beginner
Step
1

Paint the inside of the Pint Ball Mason Jar with a light coat of metallic copper paint.

DIY Haunted Mason Jar Lanterns step 1
Step
2

Cut a square piece of creepy cloth and place it over the top of the painted mason jar. Use a piece of jute twine to tie the cloth in place. Cut the cloth around the hole of the jar to reveal the jar opening.

DIY Haunted Mason Jar Lanterns step 2
Step
3

Add stretchable spiderweb over the jar and hot glue a spider to the side. If you plan to hang any of the lanterns, use a piece of the jute cording to create a handle for the lantern.

DIY Haunted Mason Jar Lanterns step 3
Step
4

Place a white tea light candle in the bottom of each lantern.

DIY Haunted Mason Jar Lanterns step 4
Step
5

Light the candles before the party starts for the perfect creepy accessory to your haunted soiree.

DIY Haunted Mason Jar Lanterns step 5
Step
6

Display the DIY haunted lanterns throughout your party for the perfect mood lighting. You can line a walkway with lanterns, hang them from trees or set them on top of pumpkins.

See the entire Haunted Forest Halloween Party as well as how to make a DIY Haunted Candlestick Centerpiece and creepy cool Masquerade Masks.

DIY Haunted Mason Jar Lanterns step 6

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