Preparation materials:
Paper: color or white paper.
Scissors: used to cut paper.
Glue/tape: used to bond paper.
Rope/thread: used to hang lanterns.
Decorations (optional): such as ribbons, stickers, colored paper strips, etc.
Production steps:
1. Prepare paper:
Choose a rectangular piece of paper, which can be resized as needed.
Draw a few lines on the width of the paper and cut out various parts of the lantern.
2. Paper cutting:
Cut the paper into rectangles with scissors according to the drawn lines.
Leave a piece of Zhang Kuan paper as the bottom of the lantern.
3. Adhesive paper:
Glue each paper-cut together with glue or tape to form a ring.
The wide paper strip at the bottom is used to connect the whole lantern to ensure its stability.
4. Fix the top and bottom:
Make a small hole at the top and bottom of the lantern for hanging and ventilation.
A large hole can be set at the bottom, which is convenient for placing candles or LED lights.
5. Decoration:
According to personal preference, colored ribbons, stickers or cut colored paper strips can be pasted on the surface of lanterns to increase the decorative effect.
6. Hanging:
Through the small hole at the top, hang lanterns with ropes or wires, either indoors or outdoors.
7. Production skills and precautions:
The choice of thicker paper can increase the stability of lanterns.
When fixing the bottom, it can be reinforced with some stronger materials to prevent the bottom from loosening.
Can be decorated according to personal preferences and holiday themes, adding creative elements.
Making lanterns is an interesting and creative handicraft activity, which can be customized according to your own preferences and festive atmosphere, making lanterns a unique decoration.