Handmade folding lantern practice Daquan

Fold a rectangular piece of paper vertically into sixteen equal parts, spread out and then folded horizontally inward twice, so that there are three folds between them, according to the vertical folds glued together, threaded with a good after the completion.

Lanterns originated in the Western Han Dynasty, through the succession of generations to form a colorful variety of development. Lanterns symbolize the reunion of the red fire, in some occasions or festivals can create a lively and festive atmosphere.

Paper lantern steps:

Prepare a rectangular red paper, folded lengthwise into sixteen equal parts and then unfolded.

Horizontally along the center line folded once, and then folded again, after opening there are three horizontal lines divide the paper into four equal parts.

Fold the prongs diagonally in the center where the horizontal and vertical lines intersect, each intersection needs to be folded.

Fold the pieces of paper together against the prongs to form the shape of a lantern, and use glue to seal the sides and bottom and top of the paper.

Finally, use cotton thread to thread the lantern up through the bottom, and the paper-folded lantern is ready.

Note:

The fold line should be symmetrical when folding the paper.

Pay attention to the safety of sharp tools.