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How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

Using waste materials for crafts, turning unwanted cans into cute little lanterns. It’s a very simple little production. The only thing I have to remind the children is to pay attention to safety. Be careful not to scratch your hands!

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

Prepare a can and a knife.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

First remove the lid of the can.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

After removing the lid, you get a cup structure.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

Measure the height of the can.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

Draw lines at equal intervals on the body of the can.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

Be sure to leave both ends blank.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

Then carefully cut the drawn line.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

Cut cans.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

Open the cut part from the middle.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

The structure of the small lantern is obtained.

How to make lanterns from cans How to make lanterns from cans for the New Year

Finally add red tassels and lanyards, and put in candles for lighting, and the New Year lantern is complete~