Concept Overview & Aesthetic Appeal
A whimsical floating centerpiece made from an inexpensive 10-inch paper lantern suspended over a miniature woven basket filled with fresh baby’s breath.
Step-by-Step Execution Guide
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Assemble a 10-inch white or pastel round paper lantern.
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Take a 4-inch square or round natural woven basket, placing a small glass votive cup filled with water inside.
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Hot-glue four 12-inch wooden skewers or paper straws vertically to the four interior corners of the basket.
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Attach the top ends of the skewers to the lower wire rim of the paper lantern using hot glue or wire ties.
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Drape miniature jute bunting or pearl ribbon around the paper lantern circumference.
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Fill the base basket around the skewers with fresh white baby’s breath and mini carnations.

Pro Craft Tip
Drop a battery-operated LED tea light inside the hollow paper lantern to make the hot air balloon glow warmly from within.