DIY Milk Jug Lantern! {Recycled Camping Lamps Hack}

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Heading out camping? You’re going to LOVE this easy DIY Milk Jug Lantern!

Are you ready for another fun Camping hack? I’ve got just the thing! A DIY Milk Jug Lantern is the perfect addition to your next night under the stars! This clever repurposing trick creates a soft light that’s perfect for reading, playing a game of Scrabble or cards at the campsite, or illuminating the inside of your tent. How cool is that?!

You’ll definitely want to add these recycled milk jug lanterns to your camping gear! Talk about fun and frugal camping hacks!

Here’s what you’ll do to make your Milk Jug Lamps…

DIY Milk Jug Lantern

DIY Milk Jug Lantern Supplies Needed:

1 Empty Gallon Plastic Milk Jug or Water Jug
1 Head Lamp

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Instructions:

Wash out your milk jug with hot water, and remove the label.
Fill the milk jug up with water.
Strap your headlamp on to the jug, pointing into the milk jug.
Turn your headlamp on, and you’ve got a lantern! How EASY is that?!?

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