Bear lantern crafted from an empty milk carton

90 min Medium

Dive into the magic of upcycling with our enchanting bear lantern, crafted from an empty milk carton. This DIY project is not only eco-friendly but also incredibly cute and easy to make. This bear lantern is sure to steal the show at any lantern parade. So grab your milk cartons and let your creativity run wild!

An article by Maiken

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What you need

Product	Article no.	Quantity
Noris^® junior 965 40 Safety scissors for toddlers - Cardboard card containing 1 safety scissors for toddlers	965 40 BK	1

Additionally required:

Glue, Milk Carton, Cord, Beige Tissue Paper, LED String Lights

Templates

Print out the template and color the arms, legs, ears, and star. Then, carefully cut out everything.

Template

Mix equal parts of red and green to create a wonderful brown shade. If it appears too dark, lighten it with some white.

Use a brush to paint the entire milk carton.

Once the paint on the milk carton has dried, attach the beige tissue paper from the inside and then glue all the other parts in place.

To attach the lantern to a stick, carefully poke holes in the left and right sides with a sharp object. Thread the cord through and knot it securely to prevent slipping.

Now, place an LED string light inside the bear, and voilà, your fantastic bear lantern is ready. Enjoy!