Description
Create enchanting pastel galaxy jar lanterns to illuminate your space with soft colors and a magical ambiance.
Ingredients
- Clear glass jars (mason jars or any transparent jar)
- Acrylic paints (pastel colors such as pink, blue, purple, and yellow)
- Paintbrushes (various sizes)
- Water (for paint thinning)
- Battery-operated tealight candles or fairy lights
- Mod Podge or clear sealant (optional)
- Sponge or makeup applicators (for blending)
- Plastic palette or paper plate (for mixing colors)
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by clearing and protecting surfaces with newspaper or a plastic sheet.
- Start painting the jars with the lightest color using a paintbrush or sponge.
- Mix colors directly on your palette and use a sponge to create a swirling galaxy effect.
- Gradually add darker colors and blend with lighter shades using a makeup applicator.
- Allow the paint to dry completely and seal with Mod Podge for durability if desired.
- Insert battery-operated tealight candles or fairy lights into the jar.
Notes
Experiment with different color palettes and enhance the effect with glitter or metallics. Bring uniqueness by using various jar shapes and sizes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lantern
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A