Chinese paper lanterns have been in existence since 230 BC and are used to symbolize long life and good luck. Nowadays they are used to create a wonderful oriental ambience at your parties and in your home.
Chinese paper lanterns are hung out in China Town to give light and attract attention to the shops. Since the early stages of Chinese history there has been a wide variety of paper lanterns.
A wide variety of Paper Lanterns have been available throughout much of Chinese history. Paper lanterns could be hung in gardens, on porches or outside businesses, or even placed on the ground outside and inside, casting a dim light on either place to a perfect oriental mood.
Bars and restaurants use the "rolling paper lanterns" to light up their entrances. The lantern which can be seen everywhere is the classic, mid-sized, red, round lantern. Since its association with brothels in the early days, it is now more commonly seen in red light districts. They can be referred to as ?big red? or ?tomato lights?. The ones which resemble crystals made of square and triangular frames are called "crystal magic lanterns". The large lanterns which give out a lot of light are known as the "Buddha?s gastronomy"; they are used at temple entrances and during festivals.
Most of the complicated styles take a long time to build and their frames are made out of bamboo or metal. Very tough paper is used to protect them from rain or wind. Home decor can be done with the more simple and easy to make paper lanterns. Consider this the ideal option if you want to give an oriental touch to your home. If you want to do your decorations by yourself you can also make the paper lanterns by yourself.
The simpler styles of paper lantern are easy to build and give a very trendy look to your home. This is the perfect choice to give that oriental touch you have been looking for to your living area. If you prefer to have home made decorations in your home, you can make them by yourself.
It not only symbolizes long life and good luck, but will also give you that soft glow that you have always wanted. The Chinese most commonly use words such as peace, love and strength on the lanterns. Although traditionally tan colours were used on the paper, in modern times more bold colours are used to decorate them. - 30542
Chinese paper lanterns are hung out in China Town to give light and attract attention to the shops. Since the early stages of Chinese history there has been a wide variety of paper lanterns.
A wide variety of Paper Lanterns have been available throughout much of Chinese history. Paper lanterns could be hung in gardens, on porches or outside businesses, or even placed on the ground outside and inside, casting a dim light on either place to a perfect oriental mood.
Bars and restaurants use the "rolling paper lanterns" to light up their entrances. The lantern which can be seen everywhere is the classic, mid-sized, red, round lantern. Since its association with brothels in the early days, it is now more commonly seen in red light districts. They can be referred to as ?big red? or ?tomato lights?. The ones which resemble crystals made of square and triangular frames are called "crystal magic lanterns". The large lanterns which give out a lot of light are known as the "Buddha?s gastronomy"; they are used at temple entrances and during festivals.
Most of the complicated styles take a long time to build and their frames are made out of bamboo or metal. Very tough paper is used to protect them from rain or wind. Home decor can be done with the more simple and easy to make paper lanterns. Consider this the ideal option if you want to give an oriental touch to your home. If you want to do your decorations by yourself you can also make the paper lanterns by yourself.
The simpler styles of paper lantern are easy to build and give a very trendy look to your home. This is the perfect choice to give that oriental touch you have been looking for to your living area. If you prefer to have home made decorations in your home, you can make them by yourself.
It not only symbolizes long life and good luck, but will also give you that soft glow that you have always wanted. The Chinese most commonly use words such as peace, love and strength on the lanterns. Although traditionally tan colours were used on the paper, in modern times more bold colours are used to decorate them. - 30542
About the Author:
Cody Scholberg, a lighting expert, writes about round paper lanterns. Check out this post on using candle paper lanterns to repel mosquitoes!
