Paper star lantern

How to make it

1. 

   1

   Cut 5 squares

   Cut 5 squares, each 6 in.

2. 

   2

   Fold the creases

   Fold each square corner to corner both ways, then in half both ways. Press with the bone folder.

3. 

   3

   Cut the slits

   On each square, cut along the 4 straight folds toward the center, stopping 1/3 of the way in.

4. 

   4

   Make the points

   Overlap the flaps on each side of a cut to form a point. Glue them. Each square becomes a 4-point cup.

5. 

   5

   Join the cups

   Glue the 5 cups edge to edge into a star, leaving 1 seam open.

6. 

   6

   Add the light

   Slip the LED inside through the open seam.