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How to make a japanese paper lantern
Gather your materials.
The most important thing to buy is bendable metal wire. This can usually be found at arts and crafts stores, as well as hardware stores.

Pick from:
*Consider using a metal cup or candle. Most zippered aluminum lantern lanterns are stainless steel or stainless steel.;
*If you don't have any, there are a number of online materials you can use. These are likely to be more hassle-free than craft materials, though quite a few you could find online.;
*Instead of forming your own metal structure, you can also buy pre-made metal wire structures which can save you time. You will also need to buy : Tissue paper (different colors) super glue or hot glue scissors hole-punch string wire cutters acrylic or watercolor paint (optional ) Find a mold for your lantern.;
*The materials used will depend on how many lanterns you're making and how many children are involved. You'll also need a torch and two batteries and one sockets in addition to the lantern.;
Instead of forming your own metal structure, you can also buy pre-made metal wire structures which can save you time. You will also need to buy : Tissue paper (different colors) super glue or hot glue scissors hole-punch string wire cutters acrylic or watercolor paint (optional ) Find a mold for your lantern.