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Round Chinese Lanterns

Round paper lanterns, with their wide array of colors, sizes, and designs, instantly let you set the tone for your wedding and party and channel a warm and inviting atmosphere, which are the keys to making guests feel comfortable, better enjoy the party, and make your celebration more memorable.

Whether for an indoor or outdoor event, as an ambiance lighting for your home, or decorating for the weekend fun with friends and family, to the grand wedding party or corporate anniversary, we got you covered for your need of a round paper lantern wholesale stock. Not only are these premium quality round paper lanterns cheap, and therefore, easy to fit within your budget, they also let you achieve the most festive and Oriental ambiance in the most exciting and easy way.




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Round Paper Lanterns Decorating Ideas


Round paper lanterns bring a mysterious grandeur that never fails to enthrall people of all ages and culture and they are also very easy to assemble and attach to an existing ceiling mount or fixture, or suspend using cord kits, rope lights, or lantern hooks.

For your home, you can hang a round paper lantern over your coffee table, nook, or veranda as ambiance lighting, and for special occasions, clusters or an array of them will always create a celebratory impression.

For a fun Oriental twist, you can also hang paper parasols or string party lights together with these round paper lanterns for weddings with Asian theme, on your party, or as a home decoration, and be sure to accompany them with at least one or more Asian favors or display, like hand fans, lucky bamboo plants, or Japanese noren.

Achieving your dream lantern decorating theme would be so easy as we offer these round paper lanterns cheap pricing deals so you can fully maximize your wholesale purchasing needs. Hanging these round paper lanterns for weddings, special occasions, and even inside your home as an ambiance lighting or Asian decor is sure to bring more color, a vibrant touch of the East, and the Chinese wishes for protection, good luck, prosperity, and happiness.

About Round Paper Lanterns


Round paper lanterns have a deep history that stretches back to Ancient China. At such time, they were hung outside the people's homes to ward-off evil spirits and welcome good luck, happiness, and prosperity. As only the emperors and noblemen can afford the large, ornate lanterns, simple lantern designs were the the most commonly used lanterns in China.

Since 250 BC, paper lanterns are displayed and celebrated during Lantern Festivals and Chinese New Year Parties, thus, they are often associated with festivals and parties.1 Not only a beautiful decor in Asian homes, Chinese and Japanese businesses also hang these paper lanterns in order to attract attention from the people passing-by. And because of their Oriental root, the classic round paper lantern design always exudes the beauty, artistry, history, and tradition of China.

The Classes of Paper Lanterns


Paper lanterns in China are classified in five (5) distinct classes:

Baby's Bottom Lantern:

The miniature lanterns, which are most often used as Christmas lights or Christmas tree ornaments in modern times.2

Rolling Paper Lantern:

This second class is a tall, cylindrical lantern and typically associated with restaurants and bars.2

Big Red:

It is also called the Tomato Light. It is the classic round paper lantern and medium in size.2

Crystal Magic:

These lanterns are composed of various geometric shapes and require a certain artistry to make them because of their complexity.

Buddha's Gastronomy:

Usually used to decorate temples and for show at festivals. It is large and extra large in size.2

Round Paper Lanterns


Round paper lanterns are made of rice paper, which is the same gauzy material that is used in calligraphy writing in Japan and China. While delicate-looking, these paper lanterns are actually sturdy and can be used repeatedly over several occasions, and while highly recommended for indoor lighting, they also look as pretty for outdoor lighting under good weather conditions.

Round eyelet lanterns are a popular variation of the basic round paper lanterns. They are made of lacey handmade rice paper, i.e., with floral cutout designs, which let them cast floral shadows, following the cutout pattern on their surface, when lit.

Round paper lanterns, weddings, birthdays, and other special events come together almost always as this type of lanterns are the frequent choice for special occasions because they come in a wide variety of colors, are very affordable, portable, and easy to store or dispose when not in use.3

Here on AsianIdeas.com, our available round paper lantern sizes include: 4 inches, 6 inches, 8 inches, 10 inches, 12 inches, 14 inches, 16 inches, 18inches, 20 inches, 24 inches, 30 inches, 36 inches, 42 inches and to even 48inches, each created to match your lantern decorating needs.

Round Nylon Lanterns


Round nylon lanterns are characterized with a glossy surface and made of strong, weather-resistant nylon.4 Ideal for both indoor and outdoor lighting, they can withstand moisture much better than paper lanterns, better able to keep the vividness of their color for a longer period of time, makes a radiant effect around the light source when lit, and offers a natural sheen, especially the rays of sunlight catches a glimpse of their surface.

Where to Buy Round Paper Lanterns?


AsianIdeas.com is the place to find the best quality products yet affordable that will surely satisfy your lantern needs. Handcrafted in China and made of the finest lanterns materials, you are sure to get only the best round lanterns that will make your special day simple yet elegant, extraordinary and unique, and colorful and dashing.

So start choosing now the best round paper lantern that can make your day truly elegant and romantic! Avail of our great offer and prices!

References:

1. http://www.ehow.com/about_5378895_types-paper-lanterns.html
2. http://www.ask.com/wiki/Paper_lantern
3. http://www.ehow.com/about_5378895_types-paper-lanterns.html
4. http://starlanterns.net/shop/round-nylon-lanterns-c-9.html