How Do You Make A Paper Bag Lantern?
Paper lanterns are usually associated with Eastern countries like China and Japan, with the sophisticated designs and red paper that is typical of Chinese lanterns. Paper lanterns look great, as they give a subtle illumination and a certain old, eerie feel to a room. These lanterns are usually used during the Halloween season and St. Patrick’s Day in the US. Aside from these occasions, you can use paper lanterns during romantic dinners at home, or for house parties. You can create your own lantern by using a paper bag. You need not buy fancy paper for your materials, but instead, recycle your shopping bags. Thick plastic bags that can stand upright can also be used. You can also use printed bags so the light the lantern will cast will be more colorful. To make a paper bag lantern, you will need these materials: • paper bag • scissors or cutter • pencil • small candles or small light bulbs Plain paper bags can be customized by coming up with designs that you can draw onto it or by cutti
