Paper Plate Lanterns

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Skill Level

Beginner

Time to Make

30 mins

Adult Supervision

Yes

Paper Plate Lanterns

Top Tip

You can tie the lantern to a stick or bamboo cane if you want it to be held higher.

How to Make

Paper Plate Lanterns
Paper Plate Lanterns
Paper Plate Lanterns
  1. For this lantern you will need two paper plates.
  2. Cut the middle out of the first plate and paint it orange or whatever colour you choose.
  3. Cut a circle of tracing paper and stick this on the inside of the plate.
  4. With the other plate, cut off ¼ from one side.
  5. Cut a circle of the metallic card and stick to the inside, being sure to trim in line with the cut out.
  6. Paint the back of this plate, too.
  7. Once dry, stick strips of ribbon to the bottom of the plate and sandwich them by sticking the two plates together. This will create a small gap in between the plates where you can place your lights.
  8. Create a hanging handle out of ribbon.
  9. To finish, decorate with leaf stickers.