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Paper Star Lantern Video
Paper star lanterns are made in India by skilled crafts persons. You may have
seen these cool lights on MTV unplugged series, or featured on HGTV. They
are an inexpensive and simple way to spice up a room.
All you need to do is open the star by pulling on two strings, then tie the lantern
in an open position with a simple knot. Assembly literally takes 3 minutes.
Then, just put a hook in the ceiling and hang the cord and star together from it.
When you turn on your star light and turn out the room lights, the room is
transformed into a magical space with exotic patterns and swirls of shadow
and light.
Star lanterns have a rich history, originating in India as part of the Diwali
Festival. This celebration goes back hundreds of years, and is a time for family,
food and happiness throughout the country.
Today, our paper lanterns are handmade by talented artisans using modern
technology to create undreamed of designs and combinations of color and
texture. Many of our star lamps have shapes cut from the paper that are then
backed with tissue paper to create a fantastical stained-glass look. Other
designs are simple, using handmade papers, batik finishes or even
holographic designs that shimmer like a thousand stars when lit.
Our paper stars are inexpensive, easy to assemble, and look great when lit up
at night. They work as an accent in your living room, as a neat night light for the
kids, or as a fun addition to a dorm room. We also have several designs that
are terrific for parties and weddings!
To see how our hanging lanterns are assembled and hung, please watch the
video below.
Buy paper stars in our online store.
Click here to see our paper star lantern instructions in PDF format (requires
Acrobat Reader).