Simple method of making lanterns

The method of making lanterns is as follows:

Lanterns are traditional decorations in China. Since its birth, it has been loved by the broad masses of the people and has been in use ever since. Many people like DIY now. In fact, lanterns can also be DIY by themselves. The lanterns made in this way are not only environmentally friendly, but also unique.

Preparation materials: cardboard, paper cutter, ruler, pencil, double-sided tape and string.

Prepare a rectangular red cardboard (I use an expired old calendar card).

The skeleton of the lantern is the foundation of the whole lantern. First of all, make the skeleton of the lantern. The material we choose is flexible bamboo branches or bamboo skins to form a frame. Then make it into cubes or cylinders, and also use barbecue labels as skeletons, but the flexibility is poor.

Leave 0.5~ 1.0cm on both sides of the cardboard, draw several parallel lines equally, and then cut them with a paper cutter.

The image of lanterns is the second most important. According to the skeleton style, you can use white and red rice paper to cut into your favorite patterns. Brush it with a brush and stick it on the lantern. You can also use narrow strips to make it look more elegant. In short, you can draw whatever you like, there is no fixed.

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Roll it into an arc.

To make lanterns shine beautifully, a light source is essential. As the light source of lanterns, candles or ordinary light bulbs are enough. If you use a light bulb, you can make a simple circuit, so you can control it very conveniently.

If you paste it, cut the scraps into thin strips for ears, and then paste the thread.

Be careful not to use the lamps immediately after installation. After all the above are done, put them all together and put them in a ventilated place to dry for a day or two. Finally, put a candle in it, and a simple lantern will be made.

The lanterns made with these simple tools are very beautiful, and some modern ideas can be incorporated to make the lanterns have a good ornamental type.