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        Halloween Howl-To

        How to Make Mad Scientist Jars

        Mad Scientist Jars could be the perfect "spooky" touch to your Halloween decorations.

        More in Decorating

        Materials and Tools:

        old glass jars
        black spray paint
        wax metallic finishes
        rubber or plastic toys, stuffed animals, knick knacks, etc.
        water
        food coloring
        measuring cup
        stir stick
        tags
        pen
        ink pad
        twine or string
        scissors

        Steps:

        1. Wash the jars and lids thoroughly. Spray paint the lids and, once dry, apply wax metallic finishes to them for an aged look.

        2. Fill a measuring cup with water. Add a drop of food coloring and stir. Add more food coloring or more water to get the intensity of color that you want.

        3. Place a toy or knick-knack into the jar and fill the jar with water. Screw the lid on tightly.

        4. Using the tags, write out a label for each jar. To antique the tags, gently pat or rub them on an ink pad.

        5. Tie the labels onto the jars with twine.

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