EPIC Paper Lantern
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This is an Easy Fast craft that looks cool and adds ambiance. This is a great piece if you are throwing a math party (wink wink ;). Or any party for that matter, it's an intriguing piece.
Supplies
All you'll need is a pair of scissors, crisp folds, tape, and this template that can be printed out.
If you're looking for extra crispy folds, a good tool to add to your arsenal is a Triangular Engineer Scale, it's great for making folds.
Cut / Color (if You Want)
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Fold
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- Fold each line both ways to make the assembly process easier.
- You'll want to make sure the black lines are on the inside when folding together the lantern.
Tape
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Tape the inside seams for a cleaner look or tape the outside if looking to speed up the process.
Start with the bottom row (Labeled 1), then work the rest of the way up
Finishing
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There are 2 options:
If you don't have a battery-operated tea light candle, there is the option of coloring and designing the lantern.
If you do have a battery-operated tea light candle, then you just leave the lantern white and slide the lantern right over the candle and you're golden.
Enjoy
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