I. Materials

1, red paper: used to make the main part of lanterns. You can choose different colors of paper according to your personal preference.

2. Disposable paper cups: used to make the bottom and top of lanterns.

3. Pencils and erasers: patterns and words used to draw lanterns.

4. Scissors: used to cut red paper and disposable paper cups.

4, 5, glue or double-sided tape: used to paste the various parts of lanterns.

Second, the production method

1. Preparation materials: prepare red paper, disposable paper cups, pencils, erasers, scissors, glue or double-sided tape as required.

2. Cut red paper: cut red paper into rectangles with the same size to make the main part of the lantern.

3. Making the lamp body: Fold the red paper into a quarter size, cover the disposable paper cup, draw a circle with a pencil, and cut out a circle according to the direction of the circle, so that four circles can be cut out on a red paper. Fold four Zhang Yuanyuan red papers together and paste them on the main part of the lantern.

4. Making the lantern handle: Fold a piece of red paper into a slender strip as the lantern handle. The two ends of the handle can be cut into dovetail or triangle to increase the aesthetics.

5. Stick the bottom and top of the lantern: cut off the bottom and top of the disposable paper cup and stick it on the bottom and top of the lantern to increase the stability and aesthetics of the lantern.

6. Draw patterns and characters: Draw your favorite patterns and characters on lanterns with a pencil to increase the artistic sense and personalization of lanterns.

7. Stick the handle: Stick the made handle on the top or both sides of the lantern, and you can choose where to stick it according to your personal preference.

The meaning of lanterns

1, reunion and happiness

Lanterns are usually round, symbolizing reunion and integrity. In China culture, reunion and happiness are interrelated concepts. So hanging lanterns can symbolize family harmony and happiness.

2. Hope and vitality

Lanterns are often used to illuminate darkness and dispel cold. Hanging lanterns can symbolize hope and vitality, especially in cold winter, which can bring warmth and light to people.

3. Auspicious and good luck

In China culture, red is an auspicious color, while lanterns are usually made of red paper or satin. So hanging lanterns can symbolize good luck.