❄️ Winter Craft – January 3, 2026Craft: “Follow the Light Lantern” ✨🕯️❄️

“Follow the Light Lantern” ✨🕯️❄️

Theme:Letting God’s light guide our steps in the new year.

This craft is peaceful, symbolic, and beautiful glowing in the winter evenings.

❤️ What You’ll Need:

• Glass jar (mason jar or recycled candle jar)

• Vellum paper or tracing paper

• Gold or black marker / paint pen

• LED tealight

• Twine or ribbon

• Optional:

  • Star stickers

  • Snowflake cutouts

  • Gold glitter (very light use)

✨ Directions:

1. Prepare the Wrap

Cut vellum or tracing paper to fit around the jar.

2. Add the Message

Write or stencil one phrase:

• “Follow the Light”

• “Jesus Leads”

• “God Is With Me”

• “Trust His Way”

Add small stars or dots around the words.

3. Attach the Wrap

Secure the vellum around the jar with glue or tape.Tie twine or ribbon around the top to finish.

4. Add the Light

Place an LED tealight inside and turn it on.The message will glow softly through the paper.

5. Display

Perfect for:

• Window sills

• Prayer corners

• Bedrooms

• Entry tables

✝️ Faith Reflection:

Psalm 119:105 (KJV)“Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.”

As we step into 2026, this lantern reminds us that God’s light goes before us — one step at a time.