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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.

teapots and sifter used for jack o lanterns

A very aged vintage Gem sifter, a lovely copper teapot, and a vintage aluminum coffee pot.

chalkboard labels used for upcycled jack o lanterns

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.

upcycled copper teapot into DIY jack o lantern

I randomly cut shapes out of the labels without thinking about it too much, and then I just stuck them on.

upcycled sifter into DIY DIY jack o lantern

You could draw the shapes first and then cut them out if you prefer.

upcycled vintage teapot into DIY Jack o lantern

I’m a wing it kinda gal.

repurposed vintage teapot into DIY jack o lantern

I think this would be a fun way to make DIY jack o lanterns with kids. Very easy and quick too.

easy upcycled DIY jack o lanterns

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.

fun and easy upcycled teapots into DIY jack o lanterns

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!

Fun and Easy Upcycled DIY Jack O Lanterns

What do you have that could be upcycled?

Thanks so much for reading and until next time,

keep on keepin’ on!

XOX

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38 Comments

  1. ColleenB.~Texas says:

    Cute, cute, cute and so very clever.
    I love the looks of the coffee pot

    1. Thanks Colleen! That’s my favourite one too.

  2. Super cute, super easy! Such a great idea! Thanks for sharing……I’m inspired! Dona

    1. Thanks Dona! I’m so glad my jack o lanterns have inspired you. They’re so easy!

    1. Thanks so much Florence!

    1. Thanks so much Cecilia!

  3. So fun! I have a couple of things I could use, for sure.

    1. Thanks Kirby! 🙂

    1. Thanks Kris! He’s my favourite too.

  4. JEANIE in IOWA says:

    HI! I JUST LOVE YOUR WEBSITE!!!!
    I FEEL A KINSHIP WITH SUCH A WONDERFUL CREATIVE
    PERSON!!! THANKS SO MUCH !! YOU MAKE MY DAY!!!
    HUGS!! JEANIE

    1. Thank you so much Jeanie! Your sweet comment just made my day. 🙂

      1. JEANIE IN IOWA says:

        HOPE U KNOW HOW MUCH FUN AND
        INGENUITY YOU GIVE US!!
        JUST KEEP IT UP AND KEEP THE FAITH!!
        HUGS!! JEANIE

        1. Thanks so much Jeanie! I really appreciate that. 🙂

  5. Tuula, you have such a great eye! These are just cool, love them to bits – especially the copper kettle, that’s kinda genius!

    1. Thanks Michelle! I do have a thing for copper kettles. The shape of this one was perfect for a jack.

  6. 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

    1. Thanks Kathleen! The coffee pot kinda reminds me of the tin man too.

  7. 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 🙂

    1. Thanks AnnMarie! I hear you on that one. 🙂

  8. Tuula, you are so clever! These are awesome!

    xo Dianne

    1. Thanks very much Dianne!

  9. love this idea will have to look for pieces liek these to make them pinning and sharing have a great week

    1. Thanks very much Lorraine!

    1. 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.

  10. 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.

    1. Thanks Diana! It’s always fun to use what I have in my stashes.