Paper Lanterns UK Blog

In the summertime when the weather is high…

In the summertime when the weather is high…

25/04/2017
 There is no doubt that festivals have become a regular part of the British summer scene. There are the world famous music festivals at Reading, Leeds, Glastonbury and V at Chelmsford or the more sedate annual book festival at Wye. Whether you favour music, food and drink, film, literature or the arts, festival culture is part of our heritage. International, national or local – there’s something for everyone. Paper Lanterns UK has its part to play in decorating both indoor and outdoor venues during the festival season. Our lanterns make the perfect, affordable overhead decoration for large mar...
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Paper Lanterns – the perfect decoration for Corporate Events

Paper Lanterns – the perfect decoration for Corporate Events

20/03/2017
Corporate events come in shapes and sizes, from small exhibitions held in colleges and hotels right up to enormous tradeshows at venues such as the ExCel, Alexandra Palace or the Barbican. Trying to make these vast spaces look exciting and inviting is the role of the event planners and their team of décor specialists. Paper lanterns make the perfect way of personalising these vast public spaces as they take up no floor space which, of course, is at a premium at many of these events. Our paper lanterns make an instant impact as we have so many colours to choose from. Mix and match your colour s...
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Twinkle, twinkle, paper star…

Twinkle, twinkle, paper star…

18/01/2017
We have started off 2017 with the arrival of three brand-new paper lanterns in an exciting star shape. What could be more appropriate to hang above your guests than stars to bring the twinkling night sky inside. The star shape also alludes to show-business, celebrity and Hollywood. So if your party has a red carpet theme our decorative lanterns will be the perfect finishing touch. Starting from £2.99 they are also very affordable.    These star-shaped paper lanterns come in two sizes – 12 inches and 24 inches in diameter. The larger size would make the perfect decoration for a tall light well ...
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Paper Lanterns decorates the Eden Project

Paper Lanterns decorates the Eden Project

19/12/2016
One of the joys at this time of year is receiving photos of how our paper lanterns have been used to decorate a wide range of venues around the country. This year we are proud to have been the supplier of paper lanterns to the world famous Eden Project in Cornwall for their Christmas decorations in their main Link building. They also used them in the Eden Kitchen and the Gallery where the majority of their Christmas parties are held. The choice of colours and arrangements are to recreate the Northern Lights theme giving the effect of falling snow. We love the combination of purple, mint, arcti...
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Autumn Wedding Decoration Inspiration

Autumn Wedding Decoration Inspiration

03/12/2016
With cooler mornings and the nights drawing in, autumn weddings take on a different look from the fresh feel of spring and summer weddings. Inspired by the rich autumnal hues, décor can take on warmer tones of caramel, chocolate and coffee or firework oranges and buttery yellows. These wonderful colours may be introduced into the decoration of the venue as well as in floral displays, chair coverings and table decorations. To this end we have introduced some sumptuous new colours to our paper lantern range, including cinnamon, chocolate and cappuccino. These combine with latte and burgundy or e...
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Create a Little Animal Magic

Create a Little Animal Magic

03/09/2016
With the end of the summer holidays and the children back to school, September is the perfect time of year to ring the changes in the home. Children love an animal theme and the colour of our new paper lampshades will suit both boys’ and girls’ bedrooms. A quick coat of paint, some new bedding and a new lampshade is a quick and affordable way to ring the changes.Also, why not jazz up your playroom too? You can use the lanterns just as decorations as well as lampshades. A few lanterns hung from the ceiling will add instant impact.Our brand new wildlife range will appeal to children of all ages....
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