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Glow-in-the-Dark Coffee Filter Bats


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Description

Transform ordinary coffee filters into whimsical glow-in-the-dark bats for a fun and spooky decor idea perfect for Halloween gatherings.


Ingredients

  • White coffee filters
  • Black acrylic paint
  • Glow-in-the-dark paint (optional, but recommended)
  • Scissors
  • Black string or fishing line
  • A stapler or glue
  • Paintbrushes
  • Pencil or marker
  • Small bowls for mixing paint (if necessary)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Workspace: Set up a clean, flat area and protect your surface with newspapers or a plastic tablecloth.
  2. Create Bat Shapes: Use a pencil or marker to draw bat shapes on the coffee filters and cut them out carefully.
  3. Paint the Bats: Paint one side of the bat shape with black acrylic paint and, once dry, apply glow-in-the-dark paint on the other side. Allow to dry completely.
  4. Assemble the Bats: Fold the tops of the wings for dimension and use a stapler or glue to secure if needed.
  5. Add String for Hanging: Attach black string or fishing line to the top of each bat securely.
  6. Light Them Up: Charge the glowing paint under bright light, then turn off the lights to enjoy your glowing bat decorations!

Notes

Customize your bats with different colors, add glitter, or make bigger bat designs by using larger filters. Coordinate with other decorations for themed events.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Craft
  • Method: DIY Crafting
  • Cuisine: N/A

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bat
  • Calories: 0
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg