Looking for a slightly different craft activity to do with the kids? Why not give making these night-time lanterns a go? It’s super easy to do; all you need is some coloured tissue paper, PVA/School glue, an empty jam jar and some string and you’re away! The end result is pretty eye-catching and the kids absolutely love them! Perfect for sparking an interest in night-time walks to track down some nocturnal wildlife, inspiring adventures, camping or just as a fun, self-made, night-light in their bedroom! What Do You Need To Do? - Take an empty glass jam/sauce jar and remove the label - Tear some coloured tissue into pieces. You can use whatever colour(s) you like and create patterns with it on your jar, or just stick the pieces on randomly, the choice is yours! - Using the PVA/school glue and a paintbrush, stick the tissue to the sides of the jar. You can put the glue both under and over the tissue, since it dries clear. It doesn’t matter if you leave a few gaps in your tissue as this can look quite effective too. Apply in whatever pattern you like! Be as creative as you want to be and experiment with different colours/multiple layers etc. - Tie some string/twine or ribbon around the neck of the jar to make a handle. - Leave your creation to dry. - Once it’s ready, you can use a tea light to light your lantern (a battery operated one is fine, to avoid any risk of burns!) or, we actually used some fun, self-adhesive LED bar coasters and just stuck them to the bottom of the jars! They’re perfect because they’re really bright, completely safe and have an on/off switch too. They can even be set to flash! But, we liked the solid light effect best. Now, you’re ready for a little night-time adventure, with your new lantern to light the way! #threebeansplaytime #3beanplaytime #nighttimelantern #kidscrafts #kidscraftactivities #kidslearnthroughplay #playeveryday #homelearning #homelearningfun #eyfsideas #eyfs #earlyyearsideas #earlyyearsmamma #earlyyearseducation #easycraftsforkids https://www.instagram.com/p/CBwlUj2HKl7/?igshid=4e8bs7m7min4
