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art and craft
How do you make a paper lantern?
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Here are the basic steps to make a paper lantern:
Gather materials: You’ll need a square sheet of tissue paper or rice paper, scissors, glue or double-sided tape, and a small light source like a battery-operated tea light or LED light.
Cut the paper: Fold the square paper in half diagonally to make a triangle. Cut off the excess paper to leave just the triangle shape.
Glue or tape the edges: Apply glue or double-sided tape to one edge of the triangle. Carefully roll the paper into a cone shape, overlapping and sticking the edges together.
Add a base: Cut a small circle out of cardboard or stiff paper. Glue or tape this to the bottom of the cone to create a base for the lantern.
Add a light: Place a small battery-operated tea light or LED light inside the lantern. This will make the paper glow when lit.
Decorate (optional): You can add decorative elements like ribbon, straws, or other embellishments to the outside of the lantern.
Hang and light: Hang or place your paper lantern and turn on the light source inside. Enjoy the soft, glowing effect!
The key is using a lightweight, translucent paper and carefully assembling the lantern to create the traditional look. Let me know if you need any clarification on the steps.
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