How to make a DIY magic ball lantern?

Ready for a magical and mysterious St. Andrew's Eve party? A magic ball will definitely come in handy when performing fortune telling. Learn how to make your own DIY tissue paper lantern. This magic ball will be the perfect decoration for any magical party.

• Tissue paper - white or ecru
• Vikol glue
• Balloon
• Brush, cup, bowl
• LED or battery-powered tealights
• Sequins for decoration

STEP 1 - Forming a ball on the balloon

Prepare sheets of thin tissue paper. Cut them into smaller pieces – for example, squares of about 10x10 cm.

Inflate the balloon, tie it, and place it on a base . Place it in a bowl or wide cup so that the balloon—the base for our lantern—is stationary. The desired sphere size will depend on the size of the inflated balloon .

Next, cover the inflated balloon with pieces of tissue paper. The first layer of paper can be attached to the balloon using just water, which will make it easier to remove the balloon from the inside of the mold. Apply the tissue paper and moisten it with a brush and water. After a moment, apply a thin layer of glue to the first layer of paper and then apply the next pieces. You can use decoupage glue or diluted Vikol glue (mixed 1:1 with water) for this. Apply 3-4 layers of paper this way. Apply glue to the last layer as well. If you don't have tissue paper on hand, you can try toilet paper, paper towels, or tissues.

Leave everything to dry for at least 12 hours .

STEP 2 - Detaching the balloon from the lantern

Once we're sure our lantern is dry and the paper layers have formed a stiff shell, we pop the balloon and carefully peel it off the ball . Then, we trim the uneven edges so we can place the lantern on the countertop.

STEP 3 - Decorating the magic ball

Finally, we can decorate our lantern however we like. If we're looking for a magical atmosphere, we can adorn the ball with sequin stars and sprinkle with a bit of glitter .

Once your lantern is ready, add LED lights or Christmas tree lights inside, and you're ready to go. Time for some magical fun!