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Get ready to craft your own Jack‑o‑lantern lanterns with these easy-to-follow plans!
- Step-by-step instructions for two lantern sizes
- Templates for mix-and-match face features
- Assembly and finishing guidance
Materials
All easy to grab from your local hardware store or online.
- Wood fence picket (5.5” x 60”, 1/2–5/8” thick)
- Wood glue (Titebond III recommended)
- LED candle
- Hanging eyelet
- Magnets
Tools
Optional tools make finishing and assembly a breeze.
- Table saw (cuts & chamfers)
- CNC, scroll saw, or coping saw (face cutouts)
- Nail gun (23G or 18G pins)
- Drill and drill bits (eyelets & magnets)
- Speed square
- Tape measure
- Planer (optional)
- Random orbit sander
- Router with chamfer bit (optional)
Tips to keep your project spooky-perfect:
- Designed for LED candles only.
- Cut face panels before assembly for smooth construction.
- Chamfer top and bottom edges at 45° for a polished look.
- Check magnet orientation so faces line up perfectly.
- Top button is customizable — let your creativity shine!
Instantly download a PDF with everything you need to start building:
- Adjustable templates for eyes, mouth, and other face features
- Step-by-step assembly instructions
- Cutting diagrams and part measurements
- Finishing, sanding, and LED placement tips