How to Use Paper Star Lanterns
How to Open Your Paper Star Lantern
1. Your Stars Arrive Flat
To open your star shaped lantern, hold the star flat, then place one hand inside one of the outermost points and gently ease the point of the star outwards.
2. Open Out Each Point
Repeat this action with the remaining points of the star. Ensure that each point is fully opened out before continuing on to the next.
3. Tie Together
Using the two pieces of cord, gently bring the two outermost points together, place over light fitting & tie cords. Avoid direct contact with the light source.
Product Care
Always treat each lantern with care, following the instructions given with each product. Treated carefully, they will last many years. Watch this the video as an opening and hanging guide.
How To Assemble a Paper Star Lantern
Where Can Paper Lanterns Be Used?
In The Home as Light Shades or Ambient Lights
Use as a paper lampshade or ceiling lightshade in any room in the house. Or place stars on their tips on a flat surface to create atmospheric mood lighting. Enhance every season and every space – use as a tree-topper or table decoration at Christmas, a spooky Halloween decoration, or to create that summer festival vibe in your back yard.
For inspiration and guides see here.
Window Displays & Interior Design
Showcase them in 3s and 5s to create stunning seasonal window displays. Read here for inspiration.
Hospitality Venues
Use over existing pendant light fittings or long-drop festoon lighting to quickly and affordably transform any location. Check out examples here.
Weddings and Events
Upscale a special event by adding color and theme with the uniquely magical atmosphere Paper Starlights create. See here for more inspiration
Ideas and Inspiration
How to Light Your Star
Our stars are designed to tie over a light source of your choice. The light source can be battery operated, USB or mains powered (maximum 40W).
Chances are you may already have all you need: a pendant light fitting, a set of fairy lights, a camping light or battery tea light – but you can buy lighting accessories from this site, if required.
Our stars are also available as a complete light-up star kit with USB-powered LED light.
Our kits are perfect if you’re looking for a complete ‘plug and play’ solution. They come with USB-powered, 1.5W warm white LED light, 4-meter USB cable – and a paper star of your choice. Simply connect the kit to a portable power bank, USB wall socket, USB port on your computer or laptop, an existing USB plug, or cigarette lighter with a USB socket. This is a versatile option which means you can light up your star pretty much anywhere.
Alternatively, our stars also look fantastic unlit as 3D decorations
