The Newbury Town Library Lantern Festival and Concert is a month away! Wow! I have provided a step-by-step guide for those who might want to get started on their lanterns, or who may want to make some additional lanterns for the event. They are so, so fun to make and super easy too! Okay . . . Are you ready? Materials Needed: Plastic bottles (we like 1 or 2 liter soda/water bottles, but any plastic jar will do) Scissors White School Glue (like Elmer's) Water Soft bristle paint brush Hole…

This classic Waldorf method of making beautiful, translucent lanterns by using vegetable oil is tried and true - works every time! What you need:Part 1: The Background Painting • Watercolor pad (I used this one) • Semi-moist watercolors (I used this brand) • Sharp pencil • Black felt pen (I used this brand) • Several different sized brushes (I like these) • Sharp scissorsPart 2: Making the Lantern • Vegetable Oil (I used olive oil) • Large brush • Stapler • School Glue • Cheese Box (I used a…

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Doily Lamp: It's time to give the dated doily a facelift - and what better way than really highlighting the unique lace patterns in a lamp! It took me a few tries, but after a bit of troubleshooting I've put together here an easy-to-follow tutorial so yo…

Once the sun sets, the magic begins. Dragons, mythical creatures, and spirit folk parade through Patterson Park surrounded by bright and beautiful music. Everyone is welcome to grab a lantern and march with thousands of neighbors, artists, musicians, and performers. Many more line the parade route to watch the delightful Great Halloween Lantern Parade winds through the night!!

Please download these images for your lantern making pleasure. Have fun!

With over 20 years of monumental lantern making and spectacle-creating under their belts, the diverse communities of Baltimore come together each year to create The Great Halloween Lantern Parade & Festival in Patterson Park!

The Decatur Lantern Parade lit up the night again on Friday, May 13. The annual event draws hundreds of people to downtown Decatur.

Learn how to make willow lanterns - they're easier than you think! Once you've mastered it, get creative and try different shapes and sizes.

The Parliament of Owls Lantern Parade flies back to Colony Square for another year! The black-and-white themed lantern parade and celebration take place on Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 8 to 10 p.m. You can participate for FREE. All the details are below! Before the parade, you can create your own owl lantern in a […]