Paper lanterns can cost as little as a dollar each and they come in a variety of colors and geometric shapes.
A full lantern display with good quality lighting can cost under $100!
If you're just getting started, check out the Paper Lantern Store or Amazon for
simple, inexpensive, colorful paper lanterns.

If you're ready to expand your collection to include some fancier lanterns such as those seen below,
here are some links for where to shop. I always recommend you do your shopping early, as many of of
these items sell out during the summer months and some drop ship from overseas.

I've ordered lanterns from all of the companies below, and I've never been disappointed!

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Vietnamese Silk Brocade Lanterns
Add a beautiful "centerpiece" to your collection

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Paper Kaleidoscope Star Lanterns
These look amazing lit!

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Untamed Alchemy Studio
One-of-a-Kind Artisan Lanterns!

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Paper Fairytale Mushroom
Adorable shape

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Unique Shaped Paper Lanterns
Add some visual interest - many colors
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Paper Parasols - All Colors
These are a blast to color with Sharpies!

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Paper Beehive Lanterns
I put bee stickers on mine

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Paper Cylinder Lanterns
Classy and traditional

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Printed Block Paper Lanterns
Three colors, very elegant!

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Paper Eyelet Lanterns
Many colors - Lacy and sparkly when lit

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Science Print Lanterns
Celebrate Science!

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Paper Strawberry Lanterns
Adorable


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Eastern Fabric Tent Lanterns
Wind and weather resistant!

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Barrell Shaped Puzzle Lanterns
Sold as kits to be assembled

Puzzle Lanterns
Sold as pieces or kits to be assembled


Stars n Stripes Paper Lanterns
America!


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Animal Print Paper Lanterns
A tame zoo!



Sports Theme Paper Lanterns
Go Team!



Origami Style Paper Lanterns
Modern yet classic

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Japanese Saporo Nylon Lanterns
All colors - will weather well

Note: these ship from Asia and can
take more than a month to arrive!

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Capsule Shape Paper
All colors - Traditional "restaurant" shape

Note: these ship from Asia and can
take more than a month to arrive!

Victorian Lace Lanterns
So delicate!


Candle Luminary Bags
to line your walk

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FEIT Outdoor Bistro Lighting
Ideal for your lantern display






Some general links for shopping and ideas:

Lanterns, Parasols, Lighting, Etc:

Just Artifacts - inexpensive paper lanterns, large selection
Paper Lantern Store - wide variety of paper and nylon lanterns, parasols, folding stars, luminarias, etc
Luna Bazaar - lanterns and lights
Leekan Designs - beautiful, very fancy painted gauze lanterns
Party Lights - more lanterns and lights
Just Lanterns - fancy Asian silk brocade lanterns
Asian Home on Amazon - Traditional Asian Lanterns - gorgeous, festive!
Lights For All Occasions - bistro lights, cords, lanterns etc.
NiteIze - Light things up with LED gadgets and flying discs (local company!)
Rainbow Sharpies - Best for customizing your paper lanterns!

Inspiration:

Pinterest - lantern displays and art
Pinterest - Martha's Vineyard Grand Illumination
Painted Paper Lanterns
Decoupage Lanterns
Jar Lantern Project for Kids
9 Ways To Dress Up A Lantern
Some of last year's displays!


Last Minute Local Shopping Locations:

Party City, Longmont
Target Superstore, Longmont
Pier One, Longmont
or Thornton