Chinese Lantern

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A super fun, easy and quick art and craft activity that your kids can make at home or in the classroom. Made with only essential products, you can make these decorative Chinese Lanterns anywhere to celebrate the Chinese New Year.

Step 1

Prepare the A4 paper and make the handle. Cut a one inch wide strip from one short side of the A4 paper. Set the handle aside for later.

Step 2

Fold the paper in half lengthways. Use your ruler to draw a horizontal line about an inch from the long edge opposite the fold. This line is a guide for cutting.

Step 3

Cut a straight line from the folded edge, about an inch from the short edge, and stop once you reach the horizontal line. Keep cutting one inch strips until you reach the end of the paper.

Step 4

Open the folded paper and flatten it out. Turn the paper over so the crease is facing up. Then decorate how you like! We went with stars and paint.

Step 5

Once you’re happy with your decorations, curl the paper around to make a tube shape. Overlap the edges at least half an inch. Staple at the top and bottom. Next, grab the handle you made earlier and place it inside the lantern. You can staple or glue the handles on the inside of the lantern. And you’re done! So quick and easy.