Easy Repurposed Jack O Lanterns
So many things can be made into DIY Jack O Lanterns by simply adding faces to them.
Here are three candidates for this quick and easy Halloween project.
A very aged vintage Gem sifter, a lovely copper teapot, and a vintage aluminum coffee pot.
I had a bunch of chalkboard adhesive labels leftover after my craft room baking pan storage organization, so I decided to use some of them.
I randomly cut shapes out of the labels without thinking about it too much, and then I just stuck them on.
You could draw the shapes first and then cut them out if you prefer.
I’m a wing it kinda gal.
I think this would be a fun way to make DIY jack o lanterns with kids. Very easy and quick too.
The thicker the chalkboard label, which means better quality, the easier it is to remove. The paper thin ones have to be removed with water, but it’s still very easy to do. I got all of my labels at the dollar store.
And that’s it! These fun DIY jack o lanterns are such an easy peasy way to create some temporary Halloween fun. Fill them with candy, flowers or whatever you like.
I can think of so many things that could be made into DIY jack o lanterns… baking pans, flower pots, vases, round light fixtures, trays, enamel bowls… and the list could go on and on.
Don’t forget to pin it!
What do you have that could be upcycled?
Thanks so much for reading and until next time,
keep on keepin’ on!
XOX
Cute, cute, cute and so very clever.
I love the looks of the coffee pot
Thanks Colleen! That’s my favourite one too.
Super cute, super easy! Such a great idea! Thanks for sharing……I’m inspired! Dona
Thanks Dona! I’m so glad my jack o lanterns have inspired you. They’re so easy!
Hmmm…an idea I might have to steal! This is great Tuula!
Thanks so much Florence!
Adorable, Tuula! Love it!
Thanks so much Cecilia!
So fun! I have a couple of things I could use, for sure.
Thanks Kirby! 🙂
Too cute Tuula. Love the coffee pot Jack!!!
Thanks Kris! He’s my favourite too.
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HUGS!! JEANIE
Thank you so much Jeanie! Your sweet comment just made my day. 🙂
HOPE U KNOW HOW MUCH FUN AND
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JUST KEEP IT UP AND KEEP THE FAITH!!
HUGS!! JEANIE
Thanks so much Jeanie! I really appreciate that. 🙂
So clever and cute!
Thanks so much Tina!
Cute clever idea !
Thanks Cindy!
Tuula, you have such a great eye! These are just cool, love them to bits – especially the copper kettle, that’s kinda genius!
Thanks Michelle! I do have a thing for copper kettles. The shape of this one was perfect for a jack.
What a great idea! I’m sure I have a few things lying around the house that could be transformed – I’ll bet we all do! I like the coffee pot the most, reminds me of the Tin Man:) xo Kathleen
Thanks Kathleen! The coffee pot kinda reminds me of the tin man too.
Those are so CUTE!! I just love the coffee pot! It would be fun to make with my grandkids, but they can’t take my vintage metal things home with them 🙂
Thanks AnnMarie! I hear you on that one. 🙂
Tuula, you are so clever! These are awesome!
xo Dianne
Thanks very much Dianne!
Great idea! These are so much fun, Tuula!
xo Julia
Thanks Julia!
Sharing and pinning. And copying. Too cute!
Thanks so much Donna!
love this idea will have to look for pieces liek these to make them pinning and sharing have a great week
Thanks very much Lorraine!
So cute and love that you made them with things you had on hand. I have to see what I can find in my stash.
Thanks Sharon! I was looking for a way to make temporary faces and had the chalkboard labels on hand. I like that they’re so easy to remove when I’m done with the jacks.
Tuula, if you aren’t the cleverest, most creative crafter ever. Love these jack o’lanterns, especially the copper kettle. Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm. Pinned and Facebooked.
Thanks Diana! It’s always fun to use what I have in my stashes.