Thanksgiving for the Phantom Fan

Thanksgiving is sort of the forgotten holiday. Sure there are parades here and there, but coming as it does between the two largest US consumer frenzies it can look very bleak indeed. Here are a few ideas for you to try out yourself. With them you might actually find yourself being thankful for this breather of a holiday.

Fall Fantasy Decorative Candle

Here’s an easy way to make a decorative candle with a Phantom flair. Wash and dry your candle for a clean work surface. Using the tracing paper, copy the proper size mask either from a book cover or poster. Cut the mask out and carefully cut out the eyeholes as well. Affix the mask template to the candle using small loops of tape. Outline the mask and fill in the eyes applying the black paint with the cotton swab. You may need to repeat this step to reached the desired depth of black. Make sure each coat of paint is dry before you apply the next coat. Now remove the template and paint in the mask using white paint. This may also take repeat applications. Allow your creation to dry before placing it on display. Wrap the garland around the candle’s base for a finishing touch. Please remember this candle is to look at, not to burn.

Masked Fall Pumpkin

Yes, they do painted pumpkins for Thanksgiving now too. Wash and dry your pumpkin for a clean work surface. Using the tracing paper, copy the proper size mask either from a book cover or poster. Cut the mask out and carefully cut out the eyeholes as well. Affix the mask template to the pumpkin using small loops of tape. Outline the mask and fill in the eyes applying the black paint with the cotton swab. You may need to repeat this step to reached the desired depth of black. Make sure each coat of paint is dry before you apply the next coat. Now remove the template and paint in the mask using white pumpkin paint. This may also take repeat applications. Allow your creation to dry before placing it on display. Put some fall leaves, garland, or other fall accent by the pumpkin’s base.

Fall Wreath

Sometimes the simplest things are the best. Attach the Phantom mask to the wreath using the fishing line, being careful to center the mask. Hang the finished product and you’re done.

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