How to make lanterns simple and beautiful

Making lanterns simple and good-looking method is as follows:

Tools / raw materials: cardboard, scissors, double-sided tape.

1, first of all, prepare a large red cardboard and 8 pieces of cardboard cut into squares, and a roll of double-sided tape.

2, the opposite corners of the square cardboard with double-sided tape, a **** to make 8 such shapes.

3, and then double-sided tape on the top edge of the rectangular cardboard, the yellow paper strips glued to it, and these 8 shapes with double-sided tape side by side on the rectangular cardboard.

4, the left and right sides of the rectangular cardboard with double-sided tape, and then take a strip of red paper, the ends of which are glued to the inside of the yellow end, to make a handle.

5. Take another piece of yellow cardboard with the same length as the rectangular cardboard and cut it into spikes with scissors.

6, the yellow spike with double-sided tape at the bottom of the lantern, and then glued on the top of the red paper strips, simple good-looking lantern is done.

Modern use of lanterns:

I. Decoration and display

Lanterns, as traditional crafts, have a unique aesthetic value, and can be used for home decoration and commercial display. During traditional festivals and celebrations, people often use lanterns to decorate streets and indoor spaces to create a festive atmosphere.

For example, during the Chinese New Year, a wide variety of lanterns are hung in the streets and alleys, adding a festive atmosphere to the holiday. In addition, merchants often use lanterns as signs for publicity and display to attract customers' attention.

II. Events and performances

Lanterns can be used as a cultural element in various celebrations and performances. For example, in the traditional lantern festival celebrations, people will use various lanterns of different shapes and colors to express their aspirations and wishes for a better life by releasing colored lanterns and lanterns.

In addition, actors in some dance performances and literary shows also hold lanterns to create colorful visual effects on stage.

Three, creativity and creation

Lanterns, as a handicraft with a long history, provide rich creative materials for modern artists. In the field of contemporary art, artists often combine lanterns with modern materials and techniques to create innovative designs and installations.

By changing the materials, shapes and light sources of the lanterns, they give them a unique artistic effect that triggers the audience to think about and experience traditional culture.

Four, Lighting and Outdoor Activities

Although electric lights have been popularized, lanterns are still a very practical lighting tool in some outdoor activities. For example, in camping, picnics and wilderness adventure activities, lanterns can provide basic lighting at night to help people walk, find objects and create a cozy atmosphere.

In addition, lanterns can also be used in some special occasions such as outdoor parties, celebrations and weddings, adding romantic and mysterious atmosphere to the events.