- 1). Sand the outside of an empty clean tin can using high-grit sandpaper. Sand the can until most of the smooth metal surface becomes rough. Blow away any resulting dust.
- 2). Paint the outside of the can with orange spray paint. Let the first coat of paint dry before applying another coat. Let the second coat dry for 24 hours to ensure both coats are dry before continuing.
- 3). Use a pencil to mark out the outlines for a jack-o-lantern's nose, mouth and eyes on the outside of the can. Do this on two opposing sides of the can.
- 4). Use a hammer and a small nail to punch tiny holes through the can along each of the outlined facial features, close enough that the shapes are obvious.
- 5). Wipe off what is left of the facial features' pencil outlines with a damp washcloth.
- 6). Place 1/2-inch of sand in the bottom of the tin can. Place a tea candle inside the can and light it to illuminate the jack-o-lantern's face.
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