Diwali Lantern

Celebrate good health and wealth & have a happy Diwali with our colorful DIY paper lantern.

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

CIY Staff

Supplies/Tools Directions Staff Tips

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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Construction Paper
Glitter Glue
Glue
Markers
Battery Operated Tea Light(s)
Ruler

Steps

Step 1

Cut construction paper to measure approximately 12”H x 6”W. Set extra construction paper strip aside.
Step 2

Draw flower shapes with metallic and broad line markers.
Step 3

Fold paper in half vertically with flowers facing outward.
Step 4

Cut slit on folded side of paper approximately 2”H.
Step 5

Repeat step 4 along full length of folded paper, creating slits approximately 1 1/2” apart.
Step 6

Unfold construction paper and place horizontally.
Step 7

Cut 2 pieces gold construction paper approximately 1”H x 12”W.
Step 8

Glue gold paper strips to top and bottom edges of flowered construction paper.
Step 9

Add glitter glue designs to gold paper strips. Let all glue steps dry 3–4 hours.
Step 10

Glue edges of construction paper together, creating lantern shape.
Step 11

Glue extra construction paper strip from step 1 to create lantern handle.
Step 12

Place battery-operated tea light into lantern.
Step 13

Use as a Diwali decoration and celebrate!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

Hang lanterns without tea lights for another way to decorate!

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