Geometric string lantern craft for 11-year-olds
This project is for 11-year-olds who enjoy patterns and spatial design. The finished lantern is for battery-operated lights only.
What to buy
Balloon
1
Cotton crochet thread
1 spool
Washable white school glue
1 bottle
Water
1 cup
Small mixing bowl
1
Wax paper sheets
4
Blue painter's tape
1 roll
Battery-operated LED tea light
1
Cardstock base circle
1
Metallic embroidery floss
1 skein
Scissors
1 pair
Paper towels
1 roll
Who this list is for
This geometric string lantern craft is for 11-year-olds who enjoy patterns, glue-based construction, and spatial design. The finished lantern is only for a battery-operated LED tea light.
How to use this list
Inflate the balloon to the desired lantern size and protect the work surface with wax paper sheets. Mix washable white school glue and water in the small mixing bowl, then coat cotton crochet thread and wrap it around the balloon in a patterned network. Use blue painter's tape to hold loose ends, let the thread dry, remove the balloon, and place the finished form on the cardstock base circle with the LED tea light inside.
Common mistakes
Do not use a real candle or any heated light inside the thread lantern. Avoid soaking the crochet thread so heavily that glue drips and fills the open pattern. Keep the balloon stable while wrapping, and wait until the string shell is fully dry before deflating the balloon.
What is on this list
You need one balloon, one spool of cotton crochet thread, washable white school glue, one cup of water, a small mixing bowl, and four wax paper sheets. The list also includes blue painter's tape, one battery-operated LED tea light, one cardstock base circle, one skein of metallic embroidery floss, scissors, and paper towels. Cross off items already available.
When you are done
Set the lantern on its cardstock base and add the metallic embroidery floss only if the shell is stable. Turn off the LED tea light before storage and protect the lightweight string form from crushing.
FAQ
Who is "Geometric string lantern craft for 11-year-olds" for?
This geometric string lantern craft is for 11-year-olds who enjoy patterns, glue-based construction, and spatial design. The finished lantern is only for a battery-operated LED tea light.
How should I use "Geometric string lantern craft for 11-year-olds"?
Inflate the balloon to the desired lantern size and protect the work surface with wax paper sheets. Mix washable white school glue and water in the small mixing bowl, then coat cotton crochet thread and wrap it around the balloon in a patterned network. Use blue painter's tape to hold loose ends, let the thread dry, remove the balloon, and place the finishe…
What should I skip or avoid with "Geometric string lantern craft for 11-year-olds"?
Do not use a real candle or any heated light inside the thread lantern. Avoid soaking the crochet thread so heavily that glue drips and fills the open pattern. Keep the balloon stable while wrapping, and wait until the string shell is fully dry before deflating the balloon.
What is on the "Geometric string lantern craft for 11-year-olds" list?
You need one balloon, one spool of cotton crochet thread, washable white school glue, one cup of water, a small mixing bowl, and four wax paper sheets. The list also includes blue painter's tape, one battery-operated LED tea light, one cardstock base circle, one skein of metallic embroidery floss, scissors, and paper towels. Cross off items already availabl…
What should I do when I am done?
Set the lantern on its cardstock base and add the metallic embroidery floss only if the shell is stable. Turn off the LED tea light before storage and protect the lightweight string form from crushing.
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