Paper Lanterns UK Blog

Merry Christmas Everyone

Merry Christmas Everyone

02/12/2015
Who would believe it is 30 years since Shakin’ Stevens had a Christmas No. 1 in the UK singles chart with “Merry Christmas Everyone”? And it is still a firm favourite on the radio and TV every year. As November comes to an end and temperatures drop, thoughts are turning to the festive season.Window displays have taken on a sparkle and the high streets are lit up with their traditional decorations. Well-known retail brands have already launched their Christmas-themed television adverts and everywhere plans are afoot for carol services, office parties, family celebrations and big public events. ...
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Decorate your party with Halloween Paper Lanterns

Decorate your party with Halloween Paper Lanterns

20/10/2015
It’s already that time of year, when we decorate our homes with scary Halloween decorations. Here are our fantastic paper lanterns – witches, pumpkins and bats. Find the whole collection here: http://www.paperlanternsuk.com/index.php?route=product/category&path=65 The witches and bats are 12” in diameter and the pumpkin is 16”. Of course you can use them again and again and if the weather is good on the night hang a few up outside lit up with our battery operated LED lights.If you are planning to have a Halloween party here are some simple and spooky games you can use to keep the children happ...
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The Rugby World Cup Collection from Paper Lanterns UK

The Rugby World Cup Collection from Paper Lanterns UK

29/09/2015
As the rugby world descends on the UK for the 2015 World Cup, speculation is growing as to whether England can once again reach the final as they did four years ago in the Stade de France in Paris, when they lost against the South Africans in a try-less final, 15 – 6.The Rugby World Cup, played for the famous Webb Ellis trophy, kicked off at 8.00pm on September 18th at Twickenham with England playing Fiji. Twickenham, the home of English rugby, just a few miles from London’s West End, is the largest dedicated rugby ground in the world and one of 13 famous sporting venues across England and Wal...
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Eye-catching Window Displays with Versatile Paper Lanterns

Eye-catching Window Displays with Versatile Paper Lanterns

03/08/2015
We are always looking for innovative situations where our paper lanterns can be used to best effect and the latest suggestions is for livening up a window display. The idea can be used in all manner of shops from women’s fashion through to a gift shop or delicatessen. They work particularly well in restaurants and cafes.Easily suspended from a tensioned wire or batten in the window recess, the choice of colours is very much your own. A monochrome theme to match the products on display gives a sophisticated look where the decoration enhances rather than overwhelms the merchandise. For a toy sho...
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Paper Lanterns make a fun, inexpensive children’s party activity

Paper Lanterns make a fun, inexpensive children’s party activity

02/07/2015
Planning a children’s party can be so much fun, but coming up with different ideas year in year out can also be a challenge. It isn’t always easy to predict the temperamental British weather, even in the summer. So having an activity which can be set up either inside or outdoors is the perfect choice.After a letting off steam with some traditional party games, why not use our paper lanterns for an activity. Each child can take home their completed masterpiece after the party to hang up in their bedroom.What you need to decorate your paper lanternsHere are some ideas for inexpensive craft mater...
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Decorating your party venue on a budget

Decorating your party venue on a budget

28/05/2015
If you are a parent of school age children the summer term is jam packed full with events – summer fetes, sports days, proms, concerts and fundraisers. With longer days and warmer weather this is a time to celebrate.For hard-pressed PTAs there is always the question of how much to spend on decorating the school hall. These vast, functional spaces are not easy to decorate with limited funds.So our paper lanterns are a cost effective solution as – if handled carefully - can be used again and again. Alternatively they can be raffled off at the end of the event and, with any luck, you will get you...
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