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Time Required :
About an hour
Beginner
Beginner
You're new to the skills necessary to complete this project, or maybe you've tried them just once or twice before.

halloween ceramic skull lantern

Paint pens are an easy way to embellish your ceramic skull lantern.
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Print Project

Step 1

First, cover the LED light inside the lantern with painter's tape.

Step 2

In a well-ventilated area, spray your sugar skull with Classic White chalky paint. Let dry.

Step 3

Then, paint the raised portions with paint pens. Let dry. Add a few coats for more solid coverage. Let dry in between coats.

Step 4

Remove the tape from the LED light.

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Supplies
Materials
Materials
 
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Krylon® Chalky Finish Paint

    Item # 10398966 
    Save 40% off One Regular Price Item with code 7242440- Exclusions apply See Details See Details
    Limit one coupon per product. Limit one coupon of each type per day. Limited to stock on hand. Void where prohibited. Valid only in Canada. EXCLUSIONS: Everyday Value program, clearance; buy & get items; custom framing; beverages & candy; books & magazines; classes; gift cards; craft technology machines; Cricut, Silhouette; Elf On The Shelf Storybook Sets; Lemax. Exclusions subject to change. See Team Member for details.
    $11.99
    • Color: Classic White
    • Size: 12 oz
    • Color: Classic White
    • Size: 12 oz
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    • Color: Classic White
    • Size: 12 oz
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    You’ll Need: 1

    Medium Line Paint Pen Set by Craft Smart®

    Item # 10622158 
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    $44.99
 
 
 
You’ll Also Need
  • Cardboard
  • Paper Plate (or Palette Paper)
Instructions
Step 1

First, cover the LED light inside the lantern with painter's tape.

Step 2

In a well-ventilated area, spray your sugar skull with Classic White chalky paint. Let dry.

Step 3

Then, paint the raised portions with paint pens. Let dry. Add a few coats for more solid coverage. Let dry in between coats.

Step 4

Remove the tape from the LED light.

Share your project photos with #MakeItWithMichaels

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