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How to make lanterns with red envelopes is simple and beautiful

Red envelope lantern handmade tutorials are as follows:

1, first of all, take out their own red envelope, folded into a pocket, folded externally, to the hanging spike and red silk thread to the red envelope sealing paper around a circle, decorating it with color.

2, folded diagonally, make several copies of the same red envelope pocket, the same way. Clamp the side bead flowers, placed on top of the red envelope, filled with patterns.

3, finally, the production of simple red envelope paper lanterns is complete.

Symbolism of lanterns

Lanterns symbolize the reunion of the family, business prosperity, red-hot, symbolizing happiness, light, vitality, success and prosperity, can create a kind of festive and happy atmosphere. Every New Year's Eve should be prepared on a red lantern hanging in the door or house. The red lanterns are lit on New Year's Eve and hung in the courtyard or house, lighting up the night and the peace and happiness of the whole family.

Whenever there is a major festival, a good time to celebrate, many towns and cities across the country, streets, stores, parks, and even some large buildings and private homes in front of the door, will be hung up round big red lanterns. At night, the lanterns are lit up with red light, making them look grand, warm and joyful. However, with the increase of cultural exchanges between China and foreign countries, China's international status, more and more foreigners have a sense of identity to the Chinese lanterns, they see it as a traditional Chinese culture and give respect.