Paper Lantern Workshop

Make a beautiful lantern to light up your home.

Spend a creative day with artist and experienced lantern maker Jenny Gilbertson, learning how to design and make your own unique paper lantern.
Jenny will guide you step-by-step through the process, from shaping the wire frame to adding the light, covering it with paper and decorating the finished piece. You’ll learn simple techniques that can also be used to create larger or more elaborate lanterns at home.

Best of all, you’ll leave with a handmade lantern that’s ready to light up a favourite corner of your home.

What you’ll learn

• How to cut, bend and tie wire to create a lantern frame
• How to safely add a light
• How to cover the frame with paper
• Techniques for decorating and personalising your lantern
• Skills you can use to create larger and more ambitious lanterns

Workshop: 10am–3.30pm
Lunch break: 30 minutes
Places: Limited to 10 participants
All tools and materials: Included

Come ready to get creative — and a little messy! Wear clothes you don’t mind getting glue or paint on.