Lantern course in Guanghan Palace

The route of the Lantern Festival in Guanghan Palace is as follows:

1. Design the size and shape of lanterns and draw a sketch. You can design the size and shape of lanterns according to your own preferences and needs, and draw a sketch on paper with a brush. Cut paper or silk gauze. According to the size of the sketch, cut the paper or silk gauze into the corresponding shape and size with scissors or carving knife.

2. Make brackets and frames for lanterns. The brackets and frames of lanterns are made of wood strips or iron wires. Pliers and other tools can be used to adjust the length and bending degree of wood strips or iron wires to make the brackets and frames meet the design requirements. Brackets and frames for tying lanterns. Tie the bracket and frame with cotton thread or wool on paper or silk gauze to make the lantern frame firm.

3. Make the bottom of the lantern. According to the design requirements, the bottom of the lantern is folded to a certain width and fixed on the bracket with thin wooden strips or iron wires. Paste the top of the lantern. Stick the cut paper or silk gauze on the top of the lantern to make the top of the lantern firm and watertight.

4. Decorate lanterns. You can decorate lanterns with watercolors, stickers, beads and other decorative materials to make them more beautiful. Use light bulbs. Insert the light bulb into the lantern, turn on the power and light the light bulb.

The origin of handmade lanterns

1. During the Tang Dynasty, due to the prosperity of culture and the development of economy, the lantern making technology was greatly improved. At that time, lanterns were mostly made of paper, satin and wood, and their shapes developed from simple squares, circles and hexagons to various complex shapes.

Besides lighting and decoration, handmade lanterns have far-reaching significance. In ancient times, lanterns were regarded as auspicious things and often hung on doors or yards to welcome good luck. In addition, lanterns also have the function of exorcism. People believe that light can dispel dark and evil souls.

3. With the passage of time, handmade lanterns have gradually become one of the important elements in the traditional culture of China, and have been widely used in various occasions. For example, on traditional festivals such as Mid-Autumn Festival, people hang red lanterns at home to show reunion and happiness. In addition, hand-made lanterns are often used in various occasions such as celebrations, weddings and birthdays.