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Paper Lanterns

These lanterns look beautiful hanging in any room!

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  • Step 1Fold a piece of patterned paper in half with the design on the inside.
  • You may like to use cardboard to create a sturdier lamp!
  • Step 3Draw a line vertically down the page about 2-3cm from the open edge. Now draw horizontal lines from the folded edge to the drawn vertical line. Repeat this down the page.
  • Step 4Cut along each of the short horizontal lines, stopping at the vertical lines.
  • Step 5Open the folded paper up again and bring the two short edges together to form your lantern. Tape in place.
  • Step 6Cut a long strip of paper to create a handle for your lantern. Tape in place.
  • You might like to add a base to your lantern and place a battery LED tealight candle inside.

Materials used in this activity

Frosted Glass Craft Paper - Pack of 24
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Product Code: 11015
EACH $24.74 (inc GST) $22.49 (ex GST)
5 or more $19.79 (inc GST) $17.99 (ex GST)          
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World Craft Paper - Pack of 96
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Product Code: 11028
EACH $43.99 (inc GST) $39.99 (ex GST)
3 or more $37.39 (inc GST) $33.99 (ex GST)          
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