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  • Estimated Time

    2 Hours

  • Challenge Level

    Intermediate

  • Tools & Supplies:

    • Old Sheets or Drop Cloth
    • Brad Nailer
    • 13 Pieces of Wood
      (1) 9 1/2" x 1" x 10"
      (8) 15" x 2" x 2"
      (2) 9" x 2" x 2"
      (2) 5" x 2" x 2"
    • (4) 7 1/2" x 15" Acrylic Pieces
    • Clear-Drying Permanent Craft Glue
    • Battery-Operated Candle
    • Sandpaper
    • Tack Cloth
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  1. Sand all the wood and remove dust from surface using the tack cloth.
  2. Using brad nailer, attach two 15" x 2" x 2" pieces to form an L shape. Repeat until you have four L’s.
  3. Using a brad nailer, attach one L to each corner of the 9 1/2" x 1" x 10". Allow for a 1/2" gap on outside and make sure all the L's face inward.
  4. Spread out the old sheet or drop cloth and place wood pieces on it.
  5. Spray-paint all wood pieces using a sweeping motion. Allow to dry. 
  6. Apply dab of adhesive on the edge of the acrylic pieces and insert one per side of lantern. Allow to dry.
  7. Attach the 9" x 2" x 2" and 5" x 2" x 2" pieces with a brad nailer so they form a square top.
  8. Attach the square top to the upright 15" x 2" x 2" L's using glue and brad nailer.  
  9. Fill with battery-operated candles and enjoy!