Confession: There’s one party decor staple that I am really not a fan of. Paper lanterns. Don’t ask why, they just don’t get my jazzed like the rest of the party decor options I know and love! Since I don’t like them in their plain lantern state, but understand that they are affordable and functional, I went on a hunt for a few twists on these staples. And I hit the jackpot! Here’s five tutorials for fancying up paper lanterns that you’ll love, no matter how you feel about what’s hiding underneath! (Psst, I also think yesterday’s DIY garland would be fun with mini paper lanterns!)
1. Fringe Lantern Piñatas: Oh yes, inside these fringe-i-fied paper lanterns is a hole mass of confetti just waiting to be unleashed! This genius DIY idea is great because it makes for a reusable piñata! No smashing here.
DIY Fringe Lantern Piñata via Oh Happy Day
2. Dip Dyed Ombre Chrysanthemum Lanterns: These lanterns were covered with dip dyed coffee filters to look like giant balls of chrysanthemum flowers. How gorgeous would these be at a baby shower?
DIY Dip Dyed Ombre Chrysanthemum Lantern via Aunt Peaches
3. Scalloped Paper Lanterns: Simple circle cut outs can really work wonders, like creating this scalloped lantern that I want to hang in my home, not just at my party. Who’s with me!?
DIY Scalloped Paper Lanterns via Martha Stewart
4. Glitter Disco Ball Lantern: Because sometimes, your party just calls for a disco ball. I happen to like this version a lot better than the original disco ball, mainly because it involves a hole lot of colorful glitter!
DIY Glitter Disco Ball Lantern via Oh Happy Day
5. Hot Air Balloon Lanterns: If you’ve been reading this blog for awhile, you know I can’t resist a good hot air balloon (or just balloon-anything, in general) DIY. This one takes the cake! Oh how I wish I had a nursery to hang these in, but a hot air balloon party just be in order to supplement.
DIY Hot Air Balloon Lanterns via The Joyeful Journey
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I've stumbled upon your blog after this month's Blogbrunch [one of the best parts of the brunch!]
It is so lovely, beautifully designed, and inspiring! I think you have a new reader in the fan pile [:
What inspired you to start blogging? [:
Thanks Juliette, so happy to have you following along! I started blogging to share the projects I make and the inspiration I come across all day long. It’s a great way to keep up my crafty side and always has me thinking up fun new ideas! =) How about you!?
Kelly
That is such a nice story, thanks for sharing!
I started blogging to share my designs and hopefully get some feedback and critique. But now, I see it turning into something else – the behind the scenes story of becoming a designer [: I hope the blog will take off. I’m a very new blogger and still have a lot to learn.
What blogging advice do you wish you’ve received when you started?
That’s a great reason to start a blog! It’s funny to see how your original plan for it can change isn’t it? I know this blog has changed greatly! I think that would be a big piece of advice I would have like to received when I first started: Stay true to yourself but be prepared for your blog to take different paths over time (and welcome them)!
Kelly