Tatiana's Cakes & Platters
  • Home
  • Wedding Cakes
  • Birthday Cakes
  • Cupcakes
  • Flavours
  • Sky Lanterns
  • Platters
  • News & Articles / Blog
  • Contact us

Sky Lanterns, Wish Lanterns - the ultimate in visual statements!

Picture
Make a spectacular visual statement by giving your guests sky lanterns to release simultaneously which can be seen for kilometers. The effect is mesmerizing and guests will love participating in this beautiful display, knowing that they are contributing to making your celebration a memorable one.

Sky lanterns have been used in Chinese Festivals and celebrations for hundreds of years and have a long, mythological and spiritual tradition. It was believed that when releasing a sky lantern, all problems and worries were released too.

 Today it is traditional to make a wish before sending the sky lanterns off, therefore adding sentimental and heartfelt value to releasing them at a celebration. Whether it’s at a wedding where the wishes are made for the bride and groom, or at a function where the guests are encouraged to make a wish for themselves or the world around them, releasing sky lanterns has the dual effect of creating a stunning display, whilst tugging at your guests heart strings.

Sky lanterns, sometimes called Thai lanterns, wish lanterns or Kongming lanterns, are small hot air balloons first used at the turn of the third century by the Chinese military as a type of signalling balloon. They’re made of rice paper on a frame, with a small candle which produces hot air when lit and causes the lantern to float for as long as the flame stays alight. More recently, they have become a part of many Asian festivals, including the Thai Yi Peng celebrations. It’s said to be good luck to release them

Skylanterns are longer lasting and safer than fireworks and can rise to heights of over 300 meters and travel for kilometres.

Prices:
1-29          R30
30-59        R28
60+           R26

Wholesale prices also available on bulk lots!


Create a free website with Weebly