Here’s a fun crafting adventure – learn how to make charming hot air balloons out of paper lanterns! This tutorial features a tropical theme with pineapples, flamingos, cactuses, and golden watermelons. Gather your materials, including paper lanterns (20 cm in diameter), decoupage paper, decoupage lacquer, scissors, a paintbrush, baker’s twine, paper mache pen holders, and patterned washi tape. The step-by-step tutorial covers decorating the lanterns with decoupage and attaching the paper mache pen holder baskets. These adorable paper lantern hot air balloons make great gifts for children and add a touch of whimsy to nursery rooms. They’re also perfect for parties, baby showers, birthdays, or as charming decor for patios or classrooms.