If you’re looking for a classic, simple and aesthetically pleasing way to light up your home, a paper lantern might be just what you need. They are straightforward to make, and can be customized with different colors and patterns to fit the decor of any room. Here, we’ll go over some basic steps for constructing your own paper lantern.

Materials

To start, you’ll need the following supplies:

– Colored or patterned paper
– Scissors
– Glue or double-sided tape
– Ruler
– Pencil
– String or ribbon
– LED light or small candle (optional)

Instructions

1. Cut your paper into two same-sized squares which measure around 20 by 20 centimeters. Use a ruler and pencil to mark the squares before cutting. You can use any kind of paper, but thin, lightweight paper is best for making lanterns.

2. Choose one square of paper and fold it in half diagonally so that it forms a triangle. Crease along the fold.

3. Unfold the paper and then fold it in half diagonally again, but this time, in the opposite direction.

4. Unfold the paper once more. This fold should create an “X” in the middle of the paper.

5. With the colored side of the paper facing you, fold each corner of the paper towards the center of the “X” crease and press down to create a triangle.

6. Repeat the process on the other square paper.

7. Take one of the folded triangles and apply the glue or double-sided tape to one of the short triangles and stick it to the other folded triangle. Make sure both sides of the triangles are touching to create a tube.

8. Do step 7 for the other folded triangle to create another tube.

9. Use scissors to cut out a few small rectangular pieces. Cut them about is 1 centimeter wide and 5 centimeters long. These will be the lantern’s handles.

10. Apply glue or double-sided tape to the top edges of the tube, then carefully attach the handles to each side. Be sure to put them at equal intervals to ensure balance.

11. Once the handles are attached, wrap a piece of string or ribbon around the top of the tube. Tie a knot securely and bow at the top of the string or ribbon.

12. Insert an LED light or small candle inside the tube to illuminate it. Take caution with real candles as they pose a fire risk.

Your paper lantern is now complete! You can hang it up for a festive ambiance, or place it on a surface to add style to a room. You can even try making multiple lanterns in various colors and sizes to create a “lantern garland” to brighten up a space.

Conclusion

Constructing a paper lantern is a fun and easy way to add personality and charm to your home decor. By following these simple steps, you can create a beautiful and unique lantern that is sure to add a cozy glow to any space. Plus, you can continue to make even more and impress your friends and family with your creativity and crafting skills.

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