It’s officially spooky season! I am noticing more Halloween decorations around neighborhoods and stores. It’s such a fun time of the year! Celebrate with your family by making this jack-o’-lantern suncatcher. This is also an easy activity for students at school. Get all the details below!
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Supplies for Jack-O’-Lantern Suncatcher
- Tissue paper
- Scissors
- Jack-O’-Lantern template
- Pencil
- Clear contact paper
- Cricut (optional)
- Black cardstock
- Double-sided tape
- Chunky glitter (optional)
Directions
- First, download and print the FREE jack-o’-lantern template then cut. If you have a cutting machine, choose your favorite jack-o’-lantern image in your design space then cut. Set aside.
- Next, allow your child to select the tissue paper colors they want to use to make their suncatcher. Then cut the tissue paper into small pieces. If you’re not comfortable with your child using scissors, let them tear the tissue paper by hand.
- Cut a piece of clear contact paper that is larger than the jack-o’-lantern then peel off the backing. Carefully place your jack-o’-lantern outline on top of the contact paper. Your child will need help with this step.
- Cover the inside of the jack-o’-lantern with the tissue paper pieces. Once finished, your child has the option to add chunky glitter.
- If you are using a regular pumpkin outline, use black paper for the jack-o’-lantern facial features then glue on top of the tissue paper.
- Carefully peel off the back of another contact paper and place it on top of the jack-o’-lantern, sticky side down. Smooth it out to get rid of any creases or bubbles. Your child may need help with this step.
- Finally, cut out the jack-o’-lantern suncatcher. Use double-sided tape to stick to a window or sliding glass door.
I hope you get the opportunity to make this craft with your family. Your child can choose to make their suncatcher with the traditional pumpkin color or use colorful tissue paper. Allow them to be creative and have fun.
Watch the video below to see how to make this Jack-O’-Lantern suncatcher craft to celebrate Halloween with your kids. Make sure to follow me on YouTube for more fun content!
You can find these adorable books about Halloween on Amazon (As an Amazon Associate, I’ll earn a commission, at no additional cost to you. This only applies if you click through and make a purchase. Thank you for your support!), your local library or visit your local book shop.
- No Such Thing by Ella Bailey
- Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson
- Bonaparte Falls Apart by Margery Cuyler
- Gilbert the Ghost by Guido Van Genechten
- Gustavo, the Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Drago
- Halloween in the Orchard by Phyllis Alsdurf
- At the Old Haunted House by Helen Ketteman
- That Monster on the Block by Sue Ganz-Schmitt
- The Spooky Wheels on the Bus by J. Elizabeth Mills
- It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown by Charles M. Schulz
Check out these Halloween digital products from my ETSY shop. Your kids will have a great time with these worksheets.
Looking for more ways to celebrate Halloween? Make sure to check out these fun Halloween activities and treats:
Cotton Ball Stamp Jack-O’-Lantern
Jack-O’-Lantern Marble Painting
Colorful Skull & Bones Sensory Bin
Super Simple Halloween Sensory Bin
Cotton Ball Stamped Candy Corn
