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Step 3: Finishing touches Though it takes some patience finishing the lamp doesn't take all that long as long as you have time. Once you reach the top or end of the lamp make sure you place the papers to cover any gaps where you can clearly see the lantern. It looks nicer that way in my opinion so I stuck paper over some spots I had already finished to cover up some mistakes I had made. Once you are about halfway done with the lap I also found it easier to hang it up to finish to avoid accidentally ripping or folding the papers. Finally, just hand up a lamp on its inside and mount to your ceiling. Enjoy! Of course if you use paper with designs on it the lamp will give off another cool pattern, but be sure not to use very thick paper so it can still let light through. Also, using a colourful lantern and white paper will give off different coloured light. Have fun with it

Step 2: The first few rounds I then used crafts glue to stick the first circle of paper inside the bottom of the lamp. With one layer attached on the inside I turned the lamp back right side up and stuck on the next layers of paper on its outside. The bottom most papers may need to be folded so that they hand down rather than inwards. Also, you really only need to add glue to a tiny part of the paper at the top since the rest will hand loose. The lamp I had had wires on the inside for its support which I used as a guide. They spiraled upwards all the way to the top so I could just keep going. until I reached the top. 

Step 1: Preparation I used a simple yellow lantern lamp from Ikea to base my lamp on. Then I used A3 paper and indicated every 4cm (about 1-2") which I then cut using a handy dandy cutting machine. The strips then 4cm wide and 11cm long I cut into triangles by cutting across them diagonally. This was a little tricky sometimes but unevenness doesn't really matter since there will be lots of layers to cover up any small mistakes.

Turn a simple Lantern lamp into a fantastic paper craft lamp with a couple of simple steps. Though not a lamp to brighten your room extremely it looks fantastic and gives off a soft light.

Step 5: Enjoy your paper lamp!

Step 4: Assemble your paper layers Stack all of the paper layers. There are a few ways to go about connecting them and I encourage you to tell me if you come up with a better method here! First, you can gently glue the paper on point where it will touch the layer above it. The paper is strong but light, so a little dab'll do ya ;-) Alternatively, if you connect a few pieces of fishing line to the bottom layer near the center hole, you can connect up through the middle and let them just sit on top of one another. I wanted to keep the lose, translucent laying of the paper as part of the finishing element for the center. For this part, I took a rectangle of paper, rolled it, and allowed it to expand to fit the center hole. The lightbulb socket then sits in the center of your composition. You can use fishing wire or string to tie to the cord above the lightbult and connect it to the structure of the paper lamp. The paper tube should also cover this from b

Step 3: Cut your circles I did these by hand using a compass and a lot of patience, but you can use a laser cutter to speed the process up a bit if you have access to one. Again, I can't stress enough how much you learn about a material by handling it so it's nice to slow down and work with the paper but I realize that's not in the cards for everyone.

Step 2: Experiment, experiment, experiment I cut out many circles of paper by hand and experimented to see what I could make them do. The larger paper had a floppy quality and I found that by mixing a bit of elmers glue with water, I could make the paper temporarily flimsy, influence the shape, and let it dry to form a rippled texture. Due to the weight of the paper, the dried vellum had flowing, smooth curves instead of lighter weight paper that will just wrinkle. For the water/glue mix, try your own ratios. I found mostly water and a bit of glue mixed together to a milky solution was perfect (probably a 6 or 8:1 ratio water:glue) and then I just reached my hand in and spread it over the paper, gently coating the surface in a thin layer of liquid. As I was experimenting, I ran out of room on my desk and started stacking up the small circles of paper and realized I really liked the stack. This became the main concept for the lamp.

Step 1: Light experiments with your paper of choice I used this  bristol vellum  because of its strength and interesting color when lit. It's 120lb paper so it can support a structure on its own and just need to be connected. Using a variety of light sources, I tested different papers to see the qualities I could expect. Since this lamp exists in three dimensions, it's not just the light shining through the paper but all around the edges as well. Step 2 in Paper Lamps

I love the quality of light as it works with different materials. This experiment with bristol vellum paper led to a few key characteristics: - The paper takes on a purpleish light when viewed from underneath - At 120lbs, the vellum can be easily warped and will remain in that shape and rigid after - This material is both lightweight and strong To make your own, you will need:  -  120lb bristol vellum - Elmers glue - Water - A low wattage lightbulb (experiment with different bulbs for warm or cool light) - A  light socket with a cord - Fishing wire The total cost should be about Rs.1350.  Have a look at the experiments that resulted in this hanging paper lamp.                                                                                  step 1 in paper lamps

Step 11: Enjoy You're done! Enjoy your new mini apple roses. They can be a fun breakfast pastry or a clever desert addition to a fall themed meal.

Step 10: Bake Bake your roses in your oven at 375F for 40 minutes. Once done, cool for at least 5 minutes before removing your roses from the pan.

Step 9: Roll Starting at the same end that you began layering your apples begin to roll your dough into a tight spiral. Once you've completed the roll, place your rose into a GREASED muffin tin. Continue and repeat with all of your other roses.

Step 8: Fold Fold the bottom half of your dough up so that the apples are sandwiched between the two layers of dough securing them in place.

Step 7: Apples Place your apple slices on each dough strip so that the rounded part of the slice is hanging off of your dough. Overlap each apple slice on top of the one before it.

Step 6: Buttery Goodness Soften your butter in a small bowl. Once softened, add your brown sugar and your teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice. Mix until throughly combined. Once mixed, spread a thin layer of your sugar and butter mixture on each dough strip.

Step 5: Dough Unroll your dough on a lightly floured surface. Using a sharp knife cut 2 inch (5.08 cm) wide strips.

Step 4: Soften Next, you'll have to soften your apples so that they can easily roll into the final rose form. Place your apple slices in a bowl and cover with the juice from half a lemon. You'll also want to add a tablespoon of water. Place your bowl in the microwave and heat for 40 seconds. Gently stir apples to make sure they get even heating. Reheat in your microwave for another 40 seconds. If you can bend your apples without breaking them they are done. If they are not that soft yet, microwave for another 40 seconds.

Step 3: Slice 'Em Turn each apple so that the cut side is face down on the cutting board. Using a sharp knife slice the apple halves crosswise until they are about 1 cm thick. You can also use a mandolin for this step if you happen to have one.

Step 2: Half and Core Cleanly and evenly, cut your two apples in half. You should now have four apple halves. Using a teaspoon scoop out the core of your apple. This is also a good time to preheat your oven if you haven't done so already. Preheat to 375F.