1. Prepare the mineral water bottle: firstly, make sure that the mineral water bottle has been thoroughly cleaned and the inside is dry. Cut the bottom and top of the mineral water bottle with scissors. This will leave an open cylindrical container. Measure and cut the colored paper or cloth, measure the height of the mineral water bottle, then cut out strips of colored paper or silk according to this size and wrap the whole mineral water bottle.
2. Decoration: Draw or paste your favorite patterns and decorations on colored paper or cloth. You can choose Chinese style patterns, such as dragon and phoenix flowers. Stick colored paper or cloth on the mineral water bottle, and wrap the colored paper or cloth outside the mineral water bottle with transparent tape or double-sided adhesive tape to ensure that the two are closely attached.
3. Making a sling: Cut a piece of rope or thread and fix it on the top of the lantern for hanging. Make sure that the line or rope is long enough so that you can adjust the height of the suspension as needed. Place a candle or LED light at the bottom of the mineral water bottle, then light the candle or turn on the LED light to make your mineral water bottle lantern glow.
Types of lanterns
1, paper lanterns and China red lanterns: These are the most common types, usually made of paper or paper materials, and are often used for celebrations and interior decoration. They can have various colors and decorations, such as paper lanterns from China, Japan and India. These lanterns are usually made of red paper or silk.
2. Sky lanterns and lanterns: These lanterns are usually made of paper and can be taken off. This is a popular way to celebrate, especially in Asian countries. People light them on special occasions and let them fly into the sky. Lantern is a beautiful decorative lantern, usually made in the shape of a flower.
3. Cage lantern: This kind of lantern looks like a small cage, usually made of metal or bamboo, and can be hung indoors or outdoors. They are sometimes used as decorations, and candles or LED lights can be placed to emit light. These lanterns are made for specific festivals or celebrations, and usually have decorations and patterns related to celebrations, such as Christmas lanterns and Halloween lanterns.
4. Palace lanterns and street lamps: Palace lanterns are usually large and complicated lanterns used for indoor and courtyard decoration. They often have exquisite decorations and details, representing nobility and elegance. Street lamps are used for urban street lighting, usually made of metal or glass, adding color to the urban landscape at night.