How to Make a Jack O'Lantern from an Orange

Orange (or pink grapefruit) Jack o' Lanterns are cute rather than scary and although they're a little fiddly to make, they're not as demanding as the pumpkin variety. If you want a cute little Jack o' Lantern display or you're just in a hurry, these little critters might be just the look you're after for Halloween.

Steps

Preparing the Oranges

1. Wash each orange well. Remove any grime or stains. Dry by wiping with a dish cloth or paper towel.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   


2. Slice the tops off each orange. Use a sharp knife to slice, while keeping the orange still on a flat surface.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   


3. Scoop the flesh out of each orange. Use the spoon to slip around the edges of the orange flesh and scoop it out in pieces.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   • The flesh can be used to make orange juice or to bake with.
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
   
   
   
   

Cutting the Face

1. Draw a basic face design on the outside of one orange. Two triangle eyes, a little triangle nose and a smile are all you'll need to do.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   • The smaller the citrus fruit, the simpler the design needs to be.
   
   
   
   


2. Cut out the design with nail scissors.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   


3. Repeat for the other oranges. After cutting the first one, you might feel comfortable enough to cut shapes without marking; do whatever works best for you.

Displaying the Orange Jack O' Lanterns

1. Place a votive candle or tea light candle inside the orange Jack O'Lanterns.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   


2. Arrange in a display. You can place single orange Jack o'Lanterns wherever you'd like one on display. Or, place them in a cute little row, next to one another. A long silver sweets tray is ideal for this type of display.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   


3. Light the candles. Set the little orange Jack O'Lanterns aglow.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

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Tips

• The citrus peel will dry out with the heat from the candles if left burning for a long time, or for several uses. This is normal.


• If you want them to last long, freeze them for a few hours.


• Dispose of used orange Jack O'Lanterns in the compost.


• Try this with pink grapefruit as shown in the photos if you like.

Warnings

• Be careful when cutting oranges, you could get cut!


• Never leave lit candles unattended. It could cause a fire.


• Do not let kids light candle or cut out orange. They can get burned, get cut, or even light the house on fire. Always make sure you watch children as they do this easy decoration.

Things You'll Need

• 2-3 oranges (mandarins, grapefruit, tangelos, etc. can also be used); obviously, you can make more if wished


• Sharp knife for carving


• A big metal spoon for scooping


• Small sharp scissors, such as nail scissors


• Votive candles or tea light candles


• Display props, such as a sweet tray (optional)

Related wikiHows

• How to Create Your Own Lawn Jack O Lantern

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