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These Chinese paper lanterns are such a fun paper craft for anyone to make.
They do for beautiful cozy decorations at home.
Did you know that paper lanterns have different meanings and symbolism in different countries?
Lanterns are just that amazing.
Also, give thesepaper crafts for adultsa chance in case you love a goodpaper DIY project.
Check out a full tutorial on how to make these on video!
Step 1
The first step is to pick out craft paper that you really like.
So, once youve picked out the paper, turn it over on your work surface.
Step 2
Dont put away your ruler and pencil just yet.
Place the ruler over the line you just drew and draw markers along that line at every centimeter gap.
Repeat this for the second line at the bottom of the sheet, too.
Draw a line connecting the two.
Proceed to draw vertical lines connecting each of the markers across the top line with their subordinating ones.
After you finish cutting the paper into strips, your craft paper should look like this.
Step 6
Next, grab a roll of double-sided tape and a plain white sheet of paper.
Tape two long strips of the double-sided tape at the top and bottom of the sheet.
Remember when you cut out one strip to leave a gap on that end?
Well, youre going to stick the taped side to that end of the paper.
Dont you just love how the craft paper strips are billowing out?
Your lantern should look something like this once youve taped the ends together.
Step 10
But were not quite done just yet.
you’ve got the option to also place an electric tea light candle inside to light it up.
What Kind of Paper Do You Use to Make Lanterns?
you could use different types of paper to make your paper lantern.
Just take a look at your options:
How to Use these Chinese Paper Lanterns?
Paper lanterns would look gorgeous just about anywhere, dont you think?
