Lanterns made from red envelopes are a simple and creative handmade DIY project. Not only can it help us make the most of the red envelopes, but it can also add a touch of festive spirit to a festive season or special occasion. Below, I will go into detail on how to make a lantern with a red envelope.
1. Prepare materials.
Red Envelopes: Choose some bright colors and different patterns as the materials for the lanterns. The resulting lantern will be more ornamental.
Scissors: Used to cut red packets.
Glue: Used to glue red packets together.
Bamboo poles or sticks: used to hang lanterns.
Colored cardboard: used to decorate the bottom and top of the lantern.
LED bulb: used to provide light source for lanterns.
Second, the production steps.
Pick a red packet: Choose a good size red packet, preferably with an interesting pattern or a special shape, so that the lantern will be more attractive.
Cut the red packet: Cut the red packet into a rectangle of consistent size, the length of which can be determined according to your preference. In general, the length should be between 10-15 cm.
Paste the red envelope: Paste the cut red envelope together to form a complete lantern shape. You can use glue to stick the red packets together, taking care to make sure the sticking is secure.
Make the bottom and top: Use colored cardboard to make the bottom and top of the lantern. You can design shapes and patterns to your liking to increase the ornamentality.
Install a small LED bulb: Install a small LED bulb inside the lantern to provide a light source for the lantern. Pay attention to choosing the right bulb to avoid potential safety hazards caused by overheating of the bulb.
Hanging lanterns: Use bamboo poles or wooden sticks to hang lanterns, and you can tie a rope or wire to the top for easy hanging.
Decorative lanterns: You can add some decorations to the surface of the lantern, such as colored paper strips, small beads, etc., to increase the ornamental nature of the lantern.
3. Precautions.
Be safe when using scissors and glue and don't cut yourself or others.
When installing LED bulbs, it is necessary to pay attention to choosing the right bulb to avoid potential safety hazards caused by overheating.
When hanging lanterns, pay attention to choosing a suitable hanging location to avoid the lanterns falling or being blown down by the wind and injuring people.
When using decorations, it is necessary to pay attention to choosing the right material and size to avoid affecting the overall appearance and safety of the lantern.
4. Summary and Suggestions.
Making lanterns out of red envelopes is a simple and fun DIY project that not only helps us make the most of red envelopes but also adds a touch of festive spirit to a festive season or special occasion. In the production process, attention should be paid to safety and aesthetics, attention should be paid to the selection of appropriate materials and tools, and at the same time, attention should be paid to the design of the shape and pattern of the lantern to increase the ornamentality. If possible, you can take photos or videos during the production process to add commemorative significance.