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Time: 30 mins

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These pretty paper luminaries are a very easy and inexpensive way to add a little pizzazz to your table for a special occasion or just because. Make a few to complement other decorative accessories, or make many and group them together to create a glowing tables cape.

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Step 1
Measure the circumference and height of the container with a measuring tape. Add approximately 1/2 inch (13 mm) to the circumference so there will be enough paper to overlap when it is wrapped around the container.
Step 2
Use a pencil to mark the length and width on a piece of copy paper. Draw corresponding lines with the aid of a ruler. Use scissors or a paper trimmer to cut the paper.
Step 3
Cut along one edge of the paper with decorative edge scissors or pinking shears. Be sure to stay as close to the edge as possible, using it as a cutting guide.
Step 4
Pierce a hole with a small hole punch in the center of each scallop or pinked V. It may be helpful to dot the centers with a pencil before using the punch. This allows for more precise placement.
Step 5
Use a larger punch to make a row of evenly spaced holes along the bottom edge of the paper.
Step 6
Apply a strip of double-sided tape to one end of the paper. Wrap the paper snugly around the container, over- lapping the ends. Try different papers—vellum, parchment, or tissue—for a variety of looks.