DIY Project - Illuminated Photo Lanterns
These lanterns would be a hit at your wedding when customized with old family snapshots. You could also mix it up a bit and use a favorite quote, the wedding date or even use them as night-time table numbers!
Materials:
-Store bought lanterns (glass votives are an alternative)
-Spray adhesive (suitable for paper and glass)
-Vellum
-Digital images
-Printer
-Battery operated tea lights
-Scissors/Paper cutter
Instructions:
1. Carefully remove glass from store bought lanterns. (You may want to wear gloves.) Alternatively, cylindrical glass votives could be used, just be sure that whatever vessel you select has straight sides so the vellum will adhere smoothly.
2. Measure the surface to be covered, and print appropriately sized images on 8.5 x 11 sheets of vellum.
3. Using scissors or a paper cutter, cut out each image. Coat glass with spray adhesive and immediately apply vellum. Let dry.
4. Replace glass in lanterns, add a battery operated tea light and enjoy!
Important safety note: Remember everyone – use only BATTERY OPERATED TEA LIGHTS. I don’t want anyone to burn down their yard or home.
Credit: Livy from Decor8 and A Field Journal