Lanterns are great to make when trying to make your base a bit more fancy. Like everything else in Minecraft, creating them will require you to hunt down a handful of items first. But it’s 100 percent worth it because it’s a great way to make your place stand out to show off to all your friends in your Minecraft world.
What are Lanterns, and what do they do
Lanterns don’t do anything fancy, but they do provide a source of light, which is vital for ensuring hostile mobs don’t spawn in dark areas. It’s also worth pointing out that they offer a Light Level of 15, slightly higher than the Torch Light Level of 14.
A Lantern and a Bed in Minecraft
How to make a lantern in Minecraft
Before you craft a Lantern, the first thing you’ll need is Iron Nuggets. To make these, you’ll need to visit a crafting table and place an Iron Bar in the middle. As soon as you do that, you’ll see an icon letting you know that you made Iron Nuggets. You’ll need at least eight Iron Nuggets to craft a single Lantern.