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How to Make Mini Pumpkin Lanterns for Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner and what better way to add some spooky fun to your home decor than by making mini pumpkin lanterns? These little lanterns are easy to make and can be a great activity for the whole family. Here's how to make them:

Materials Needed

  • Mini pumpkins
  • Sharp knife or pumpkin carving tool
  • Scoop or spoon
  • Tea light candles
  • Matches or lighter

Step 1: Choose Your Pumpkins

The first step is to choose your mini pumpkins. Look for pumpkins that are small enough to hold in your hand but big enough to carve. You can find mini pumpkins at most grocery stores in the fall.

Step 2: Prepare Your Work Area

Once you have your pumpkins, prepare your work area by covering it with newspaper or a tablecloth. This will make it easier to clean up any pumpkin messes.

Step 3: Carve Your Pumpkins

Using a sharp knife or pumpkin carving tool, carefully cut off the top of each pumpkin. Use a scoop or spoon to remove the seeds and pulp from inside the pumpkin.

Removing seeds from the pumpkin
Removing seeds from the pumpkin

Next, use your knife or tool to carve your design into the pumpkin. You can get creative with your designs, but keep in mind that the holes need to be large enough to let the light from the candle shine through. Be careful when carving and make sure to supervise any children who are helping.

Carving pumpkin lanterns
Carving pumpkin lanterns

Step 4: Add Your Tea Light Candles

Once you have finished carving your pumpkin, place a tea light candle inside. Light the candle using matches or a lighter and enjoy the spooky glow!

Lit pumpkin lantern
Lit pumpkin lantern

Step 5: Display Your Pumpkin Lanterns

Now that your pumpkin lanterns are complete, it's time to display them! You can place them outside on your doorstep or porch to welcome trick-or-treaters, or inside your home as part of your Halloween decorations.

Pumpkin lanterns on display
Pumpkin lanterns on display

Step 6: Have Fun!

Making mini pumpkin lanterns is a fun and creative way to celebrate Halloween. Get your family and friends involved and see who can come up with the spookiest design. Happy Halloween!

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