How to make lanterns by hand is simple and beautiful?
1, preparation materials: First of all, you need to prepare the following materials: a square colored paper (which can be red, yellow, blue and other festive colors); Scissors; Measuring ruler; Pencil; Glue or double-sided tape; Thread or rope; Bamboo stick (optional)
2. Make the skeleton of the lantern: put the colored paper flat on the table and make sure that one corner of the paper is facing up. Mark the distance equal to the center of the paper on each side with a ruler and pencil. Cut the paper into squares along these marking lines with scissors. Now, you have a square piece of paper to make the skeleton of the lantern.
3. Fold the paper: put the square paper on the table and make sure the color is facing down. Starting from one side, fold the paper in half so that the bottom edge is aligned with the top edge, and then flatten the crease with your fingers. Fold the paper in half again so that the left side is aligned with the right side, and then flatten the crease with your fingers. Open the paper and you will see the intersection of two vertical diagonals.
4. Cut the bottom of the lantern and stick the bottom of the lantern: cut a small mouth near the intersection with scissors, but don't cut it in the middle. This hole will be used to glue the bottom of the lantern. Fold the paper in half so that the color faces outwards. Glue or double-sided tape to stick the two sides of the cut bottom small mouth together to ensure that the bottom is tightly closed.
5. Prepare the hanging rope: measure the thread or rope and cut it into the required length to ensure that the lantern can be hung in the selected position. If necessary, cut a bamboo pole short and pass through the top of the lantern to increase the stability of the structure and the convenience of hanging.
6. Hanging rope: Thread or rope through the top of the lantern, and then tie the two ends together to ensure that the lantern can be hung. Check the length of the lanyard to ensure that the hanging position of the lantern is suitable for your needs.
7. Open the lantern and light the lantern: gently pull the two sides of the lantern to make it spread out to form a cubic structure. Make sure the paper is fully unfolded to show the beautiful appearance of the lantern. Finally, you can put a candle, electronic candle or LED light inside the lantern to light up your lantern. Please make sure that the fire source in the lantern is safe and away from flammable materials.
The significance of handmade lanterns
1. Celebrations and festivals: Handmade lanterns are usually used to celebrate special festivals or activities, such as Spring Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival and Lantern Festival. They symbolize celebration and joy, adding festive atmosphere to these special occasions.
2. Hope and wish: The bright lights of handmade lanterns represent people's hopes and wishes for a better future. In some cultures, people write down their wishes on lanterns and then let them fly in the hope that their wishes will come true.
3. Culture and tradition: Handmade lanterns are traditional handicrafts, representing the traditions and values of a specific culture. They inherit the history and reflect the local culture and art.
4. Creativity and art: Handmade lanterns usually have unique design and decoration, representing the expression of art and creativity. People make and appreciate handmade lanterns not only to celebrate, but also to appreciate their aesthetic value.