How to Make a DIY Camping Lantern

If you have children, then you automatically know the importance of a having some sort of nightlight or glow lantern. Not only will your little ones love to take the time to build their own glow lantern craft, but truth be told…it’s actually kinda pretty cool to look at, too. Learn how to make a DIY camping lantern that is simple and fun! 

So goodbye to the traditional nightlight that gives off that one plain color and say hello to this lantern craft that is certain to make your little one smile. This DIY lantern is a great lantern or craft for your next camping trip! 

In our family, we like to go camping…a lot. Our girls love camping during the day, when the sun is shining brightly. But once that sunset starts and it begins to get a little darker, the wants and needs for a nightlight start to show up. One of our favorite things to do is have fun and create new things. 

Not only does this Glow Lantern Craft help your child transition through that time from light to darkness, but it’s also a great family craft to be able to make together! Use this in your indoor space or have fun with it in your own backyard! 

Forget about packing an LED strip and make a lantern that is going to last a long time! You just have to add a few things to the inside of the inner jar, and you’ve got a simple lantern that really glows! 

Supplies Needed for the Glow Lantern Craft

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• 1 pack 8 count glow bracelets
• 8oz mason jar
• Mason jar wire handle

How to make a DIY camping lantern

• “Crack” each glow stick down its entire length
• One at a time form each glow stick into a bracelet shape and push the glow stick down into the mason jar so it hugs the jar from the inside

• Repeat step 2 until all 8 glow sticks are inside your jar hugging the inside (if your jar is larger, just add more glow sticks)

• Screw your lids back on and place the mason jar wire handle around the rod and lock in place

Can I make this lantern in plastic bowls or a water bottle?

You can! Since this lantern doesn’t actually get hot or put out heat, you can use this in any container that you want. 

How long will this lantern glow?

Well, once you crack the glow lights, the countdown is on for them to glow and start losing steam. You’ll likely have 1-2 hours of fun, but then the lights will start to dim a bit and dye down in brightness. 

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This Glow Lantern Craft literally couldn’t be any easier! It’s extremely versatile and perfect for so many occasions! The fun part about it is that when the lights go out, you just have to crack new glow sticks and make it again! 

Make and take it camping, use it as a fun birthday craft, or even have fun on Halloween and line the driveway with these adorable glow lanterns! They’re so adorable and versatile that you literally can’t go wrong with however you decide to use them!