You know we love itty-bitty things here at DSC, and that of course includes cocktail umbrellas! We’ve brought you some spiffy crafts using the little drink garnishes before; Heather made a cocktail umbrella lamp and I used one to make a miniature merry-go-round. Over at Etsy’s Storque blog, I came across another use for them (and perhaps the best one I’ve seen yet)! Seller Allison of Zipper8 Lighting shares how to cover a simple paper lantern with the colorful little umbrellas with stunning results. Count this as reason #872 why paper lanterns are always a good craft supply investment! [how to make a cocktail umbrella lantern]
Project estimate:
- Paper lantern, $1
- Cocktail umbrellas, $1
- Hot glue gun, on hand
Total: $2
3 Comments
Sarah Forhan
Amazing!! I am absolutely in love with this, so very creative!
Laura
LOVE this and all the projects on your site:) Just wanted to say THANK YOU SOO MUCH for taking the time to share all these ideas with us! I have a 10 year old daughter who is super creative (she already has plans to attend international academy of design and technology!)She makes all sorts of things already- pillow covers, purses, she can crochet both with and without hooks- she really amazes me! BUT we are a family on a budget, a VERY tight budget @ that, AND that’s where your site is a lifesaver to me:) I really can’t thank you enough for the ideas and inspiration to keep her creating that also fit my budget:) For this we actually have everything on hand, they are just things I never would of thought of combining!