Waldorf paper lantern

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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…

I am enchanted by these tissue paper lanterns made by Kleas. She used watered-down glue, tissue, and balloons (classic papier-mache style), then when they were dry, punched holes and strung yarn, then hung them from sticks. They are so bright and fun. I bet my kids would have a lot of fun making these! They […]

This is a sponsored post The idea was for the playgroup children to make their own Waldorf lanterns this year. We made a good start, with most of the children colouring their watercolour paper and painting them in olive oil. The oil does a very special ~ and I think magical job ~ it turns the watercolour paper semi translucent. Allowing the candlelight to shine through ? Then we had a public holiday and many of us ended up with colds. So Max and I ended up finishing the lanterns ready for…

In the spirit of Martinmas, I've come up with something to share with you . Now, I've never written a tutorial...so, bear that in mind ...

Traditional Design Folded by 1petiteSorciere INSTRUCTIONS: Pictures taken from: http://www.etsy.com/listing/628737...

Today we are making this traditional Waldorf style Watercolor Folded Paper Star Lantern. You can use your chil

Looking to add a little light to your nature table? Fold a Waldorf inspired origami star lantern! This is a wonderful way to recycle old watercolor paintings and transform them into pieces of art that liven up mantles, window sills, dinner tables, desks and more! These candle holders look beautiful no matter where they're placed. Fold along with our video or find each step listed below! Materials needed 12 X 12 inch piece of watercolor paper or recycled watercolor painting Flameless votive…