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How to make a cloud lantern
Fully expand the paper lantern.
You will not be able to expand it any further after you start gluing.
Using the hot glue gun, apply glue onto an even layer of polyester fiber stuffing and place on lantern covering the surface leaving the opening of the lantern uncovered.
This layer should be about 2 inches thick. For best results make sure there are no uncovered parts of the lantern surface.