Learning guide by Chinese Paper Cut. Cultural sources are listed below.
Reunion & celebration
A warm light for those coming home.
Reunion & celebration
Lanterns are part of Chinese festival celebrations, including the Lantern Festival. This original red lantern expresses a wish for a warm, joyful gathering.
Inside this paper pattern
A rounded lantern hangs beneath a short cord. Curved ribs, a top cap, and a small tassel keep its silhouette clear with just a few cuts.
A wish to give
Choose a paper color and take your time with the openings. Export your finished piece as a keepsake or share it with someone you care about. Meanings in folk art vary by place and occasion; the wish you add can be personal.
Make this motif
Download the festival lantern template and cutting guide
Patterns with this motif
Explore different designs with the same motif. The interpretation concerns the recognizable symbol; surrounding ornaments may simply be decorative.
