As winter settles in and the nights grow longer, we’re bringing a little starlit magic into your home. This December, your Craftiosity kit invites you to create a beautiful embroidered lantern—softly glowing, quietly enchanting, and inspired by the serenity of a clear winter night sky.
Think layers of lilac and silver, delicate stitched constellations, and the warm flicker of candlelight shining through celestial patterns. It’s a project designed to spark creativity, cosy calm, and a moment of peaceful making in the midst of the festive season.
If you've bought this project, you'll find your tutorial video below (the password is on the front of the printed instructions in your box!)
A Touch of Night-Sky Magic 🌙
Imagine the gentle shimmer of moonlight through voile fabric, or the twinkle of stars scattered across a dusky evening sky. That’s the inspiration behind this month’s lantern design.
With layered fabrics, soft lilac tones, and delicate stitching, you’ll craft a glowing lantern that feels both timeless and contemporary. It’s the perfect piece to illuminate a quiet corner, add ambience to a winter table, or gift to someone who loves handmade charm.
What’s in the Box? 🎁
Your December Celestial Lantern kit includes everything you need to bring this magical project to life:
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Lilac Fabric – to form the soft, dreamlike backdrop
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White & Dark Silver Voile Fabrics – for layering and subtle shimmer
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White and Grey Embroidery Thread – ideal for delicate celestial stitching
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Bamboo Embroidery Hoop – to keep your fabric smooth as you stitch
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Sewing Needle
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2 x 10cm Metal Rings – creating the top and bottom of your lantern
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Self-Adhesive Lantern Panel – the structure that brings it all together
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2 x Circular PVC Base Discs - one with candle holder
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Edging Tool – for neat finishing touches
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Tape
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LED Tealight – to illuminate your finished creation safely
- Celestial Design Template - guiding your moon, stars, and embroidery pattern
As always, you’ll also find full photographic instructions and access to your online video tutorial.
All you’ll need to add is a pair of scissors, a pencil and a quiet corner to enjoy the process.
Craft Skills You’ll Learn 🪡
This month’s project brings together embroidery and lantern construction for a wonderfully mindful make:
1. Simple Embroidery Techniques
Learn or refresh stitches like running stitch and backstitch to create twinkling patterns across your fabric.
2. Fabric Layering & Placement
Explore how transparent and opaque fabrics work together to create depth and a sense of movement.
3. Lantern Assembly
Use neat rolling, edging, and adhesive techniques to build a perfectly formed lantern that feels beautifully crafted.
4. Finishing & Structural Techniques
Shape your lantern with metal rings and a PVC base, adding a professional finish to your handmade piece.
5. Personalisation
Add extra stars, choose your own stitch patterns, or play with spacing to make your lantern uniquely yours.
Why You’ll Love This Kit 💜
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Atmospheric & Beautiful – a softly glowing lantern to brighten winter evenings
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Relaxing & Mindful – gentle stitching and simple construction
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Perfectly Giftable – a thoughtful handmade present for someone special
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Beginner-Friendly – accessible even if you’re new to embroidery
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A Seasonal Showstopper – elegant winter décor with a celestial twist
Whether you’re crafting for yourself or making a heartfelt gift, your finished lantern will feel like a small piece of starlight captured indoors.
Bring a Little Winter Glow Into Your Home ❄️
Your Celestial Lantern is designed to shine through the season—cosy, calming, and quietly magical. We can’t wait to see how you stitch, layer, and style yours!
✨ Special Offer for New Subscribers: Enjoy 20% off your first box with code BLACKFRIDAY20. ✨
Bring a little night-sky wonder to your winter crafting—this is a project you’ll treasure.
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