I have previously stated how much I like Moroccan Lanterns but I do understand that those designs are not meant for everyone. I consider myself to be a person that likes his home interior to be a bit loud, full with lighting accents, plants and wooden furniture. I like wooden furniture because it gives your home a natural look, like your living in a forest only than with all luxuries still intact. If you like wooden furniture or if you like rustic designs than you will probably also like wooden lanterns.
Most wooden lanterns are intended to accommodate with candles but you if you take some time and effort than you will probably also find some that you can accommodate with light bulbs. Your basic wooden lantern is probably square shaped and has a wooden frame with glass doors/walls. Different types of wood are used and that makes you able to use it in a very versatile way, suitable for any decor. Let's have a look on some nice designs I have found on the web. Scroll down if you are curious how to make a wooden lantern yourself!
On the left you see a great example of a nice looking white wooden lantern. It is an antique lantern which you can notice because the paint is peeling off. Because of this the lantern is looking very rustic which in my opinion only makes it more attractive. you can accommodate it with multiple small candles or with one large candle. I like smaller candles because you can use more of them which is more fun to look at.
On the right you see something a bit different. Instead of peeling paint you see a well painted brown wooden lantern which has a very nice natural look. This is a very cute set of 2 lanterns, a big one and a small one. They are walnut finished and are hinged so you can use them as a table top lantern or hang them against a wall or in a t
ree. Because they are so small you can only place 1 candle in them which makes them cute but not really a showcase to your home. The best way to use them is on your coffee table or as a table top lantern.
If you like big and contemporary than this might be your wooden lantern. It was hand made in Brazil, assembled from 8 wooden pegs. The metal that is used in the design is very rustic. It has a large glass door which you can open in order to place candles inside it. It will not fit in any design but it it does fit in yours than it will really look great. Because it is so big you can easily place it on the ground so it will get full notice.
Let's have a look on a few more examples:
If you like to work with wood than you might want to make your own wooden lantern. All you need is the materials, wood and some spare time. Making your own wooden candle lantern has the advantage that you can make exactly what you want. You can come up with ideas by browsing the Internet or reading home decoration magazines. Here are some links that might help you making your own lantern.
How to Build an Outdoor Wood Lantern | eHow.com
How to Build an Outdoor Wood Lantern. Wooden lanterns are the perfect compliment to a wooden deck. A few wooden lanterns with candles create a warm ambiance ...
How to Make A Wood And Fabric Hanging Lantern | eHow.com
Aug 23, 2009 ... How to Make A Wood And Fabric Hanging Lantern. Like to work with your hands? The result of this project will give you a great wood and ...
Making WOODEN Japanese garden lanterns - Japanese Gardens Forum ...
Thanks,David....so the Japanese are making lanterns out of wood! Cypress would be a fine weather-resistant wood.... I will try to follow your leads to the ...
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