Introduction: Skeleton Tiki Torch
I'm going to show you how to make a very easy skeleton tiki torch for under $10
Step 1: Materials
What you'll need for the project is;
Bag of hollow bones (Walgreens, $7.99)
Tiki Torch (Meijer, $0.99)
A utility knife
A pair of scissors
Step 2: The Skull
Take the utility knife and cut a hole about 1 1/2 inches in the skull about where the spine would attach.
Line up the tiki torch to pick the angle you want the skull. I chose to have it looking upwards a bit.
Cut the top hole larger so it will fit the top of the canister tightly, use the scissors if you need to adjust the size.
Step 3: The Spine
Take the spine piece and use the utility knife to cut both ends off.
Step 4: Assembly
Slide the skull up the shaft to the canister, it should fit tight.
Next slide the spine on until it meets the skull.
If they don't stay up by themselves you can always add a small nail or screw underneath to hold them up.
Step 5: Finished Product
Now you're all set, just add citronella oil and enjoy!
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15 Comments
7 years ago on Introduction
So gonna do this for Halloween - using complete skeleton.
9 years ago on Introduction
Where do I get the Tiki Torch for $0.99? thanks
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
I bought mine at Meijer
Reply 9 years ago on Introduction
I bought mine at Meijer
9 years ago on Introduction
this was great thanks made four in like an hour
10 years ago on Introduction
Congratulations on being a finalist in the Halloween contest!!! Can’t wait to see if you win! Good luck!
10 years ago on Introduction
How simple to do, and what a wonderful idea! Thanks!
10 years ago on Introduction
I am going to make one for our yard!!!!!!!!!!!!
10 years ago on Introduction
This looks like a fantastic start to a great scarecrow!
10 years ago on Introduction
This really is so fantastic! What a great ambiance for a Halloween party. I think I'll add twine ties to make it look like some scary island native cannibal constructed it. I watched too much Gilligan's Island as a kid I think.
Also you helped me so much by showing the price of the bones from Walgreens! I have seen that particular set around town for $20 and knew I could find bies cheaper. I never would have guessed there though!
10 years ago on Introduction
A good use for my old torches where the cheap bamboo is falling apart. shore it up with some ties or something and hide it all under the skull. Thanks for the inspiration and good work.
10 years ago on Introduction
Awesome!
10 years ago on Introduction
That's a wonderful Halloween decoration! Creepy and functional :)
10 years ago on Introduction
this is a really cool idea ! Congratulations on your 1st "ible"
10 years ago on Introduction
I will be doing this!