Stamped tealight glasses with straw silk paper

With delicate stamp designs, you can create atmospheric fall lanterns in no time. Stamping on “ straw silk paper ” beautifully highlights fine lines and natural motifs such as forest animals and mushrooms. “ napkin varnish ” creates an elegant, slightly translucent cover that gently diffuses candlelight. This transforms a simple glass into a decorative highlight for your table or windowsill.

Here's how the " wind light-" glasses are designed:

wind light-Decorate glasses with " straw silk paper " and wooden stamps
Cut the straw silk paper so that it fits snugly around your glass. You can cut it into a band or just apply it to a section of the glass. Hold the straw silk paper up against the glass to test the fit so the size is right and you can work comfortably later.

Position the stamp design and stamp neatly
Stamp the cut-to-size straw silk paper as desired with motifs from the wooden stamp set. For a harmonious fall arrangement, it’s best to choose individual motifs (e.g., forest animals or mushrooms) and place them with a little space from the edge—this will give the wind light a calm and high-quality look later on. Press the stamp down evenly so the lines come out clearly. If you’re making multiple impressions, make sure to keep consistent spacing so the pattern looks balanced.

Preparing the glass for good adhesion
Clean the glass thoroughly to remove all dust and grease. This is important to ensure the napkin varnish adheres properly and the straw silk paper doesn’t develop bubbles later. Let the glass dry completely before continuing.

straw silk paper Applying the “ napkin varnish ” to the glass
Apply a uniform coat of napkin varnish to the area of the glass where the straw silk paper will be placed. Carefully place the stamped “ straw silk paper ” onto the still-wet paint and gently smooth it out. This prevents wrinkles and ensures that the light shines through beautifully and evenly later on. Then, apply another coat of “ napkin varnish. ” to the outside of the “ straw silk paper .” This second coat seals the design and makes the surface more durable.

Let it dry
Let the “ napkin varnish ” dry completely. Patience pays off: Only once everything is dry will the surface become clearer and the “ straw silk paper ” lie smoothly against the glass.

Decorate with an autumnal arrangement
Place your finished lanterns on an arrangement of tree slices, “ moss ,” and small mushrooms. The natural materials instantly give your fall decor setup depth and a serene, woodsy look. Place your lanterns at different heights—for example, on several tree slices—so the lighting looks more lively.

Now it’s your turn
If you’re in the mood for more quick fall projects using stamping techniques, straw silk paper , and napkin varnish , you’ll find the right craft supplies in our online shop to keep creating right away.