65 Amazing Christmas Lanterns For Indoors And Outdoors

You may say that a lantern is an old-fashioned piece, that it’s not modern but a lantern makes the space cozier, it brings light, warmth and comfort, it’s a cool idea for Christmas. You can make some yourselves: of metal, of mason jars, of wood or paper. Buy some ready traditional lanterns of glass and black metal and put some candles and Christmas ornaments inside – they would look very holiday-like. Such lanterns may be used both inside and outside – and the candles won’t be snuffed out. An unusual idea is an ice lantern which is great for outdoors and looks so exciting! Put some cranberry into ice and the amazing look will be provided! Decorating with pinecones, snowflakes and faux snowballs made of felt is right what you need. Have a look at the pictures below and get inspired!

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Hang some rustic lanterns on a tree branch and you've got yourself beautiful fall-winter piece of decor. Add some ornaments to it to make it Christmas ready.

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Even though it'd require some carving skills and lots of tools but lanterns made of tree trunk pieces would become the best part of your holiday decor. They are perfect to add a rustic and cozy touch to any interior. Don't forget to add some paper snowflakes on the windows.

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Cranberries is a perfect addition to any lanterns you use for your holiday decor.

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White lanterns looks extremely great with all these reds and greens.

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If you lanterns are big enough, stuff them with Christmas ornaments!

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There are many cool ways to make DIY winter paper lanterns. Just make sure to use LED candles instead of traditional ones.

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Even very simple luminaries looks great when there are several of them arranged on a mantel.

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There are lots of ways to make lanterns for Christmas. The most simple one is simply to cut them from paper. Although you should choose the paper in seasonal colors!

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