In regards to today’s freebie: What can I say except you’re welcome? The newest addition to my Disney Paper Lantern Collection is here! The perfect thing for your islander party or gift for the person in your house who won’t stop belting out “If the wind in my sail on the sea stays behind me. One day I’ll know, if I go there’s just no telling how far I’ll go…” Set sail with this awesome Moana paper lantern.
Moana was one of the first movies we took our three-year old to see in the theater. I was surprised how much he enjoyed it! He seemed to follow the story pretty well, and enjoyed the singing. He thought the scene with the crab was a little scary, though.
Like always, it was difficult to decide exactly what I wanted to depict in this design. Since this movie is all about adventure and exploration, I wanted to make sure to feature Moana on her boat (with her trusty side-kicks, of course). I also thought it would be fun to include some stylized shapes on the top to mimic Maui’s tattoos.
To learn how to assemble my paper lanterns, see this tutorial.
I use a Cricut Explore to do my die cut designs, and I absolutely love it! For tips on creating this delicate paper cut, see the FAQ section on my website.
Like most all my paper lanterns, removing the final design from your cutting mat is as much of an art as the cut itself, so be sure to go slowly.
Have fun putting this super cool Moana paper lantern together! Young or old, it’s sure to bring a smile to anyone’s face.
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**All Disney-inspired designs on this site are unofficial, fan creations and not associated with the Disney corporation.
Mandee is a professional graphic designer, amateur bird watcher, and rollercoaster enthusiast. She is a wife to hardworking high school teacher and mommy to three adorable little humans. She fell in love with graphic design when she started working on a comedy website with a guy she met her freshman year of college. Design wasn’t the only thing she fell in love with, and they were married a year and a half later. She created Designs By Miss Mandee to be a place where she could merge her passion for design with her lifelong love of crafting. 18 Comments on Moana Paper Lantern
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PJ
January 26, 2018 at 6:07 am (5 years ago)I’m going to surprise my granddaughter with this on her bedstand, for the next time she spends the night. She’s going to LOVE it! Thank you!
Mandee
January 26, 2018 at 9:04 am (5 years ago)Oh that is SO sweet! I’m sure she’s going to LOVE it!! 😀
Debra Wright
January 26, 2018 at 6:08 am (5 years ago)This is awesome. Thank you so much
Mandee
January 26, 2018 at 9:05 am (5 years ago)You’re very welcome Debra! Glad you like it. 🙂
PRISCILA PAULA VONO SANTOS
January 26, 2018 at 6:23 am (5 years ago)Love it! Tks!
Mandee
January 26, 2018 at 9:05 am (5 years ago)Thank you! Have fun making yours!!
CyndiM
January 27, 2018 at 6:08 am (5 years ago)My adult daughter and I love the Disney movies, and Moana was an amazing addition to the Disney lineup. Your lanterns are superb, all of them. People are always shocked to learn I made them! A tip that bears repeating (did I hear it from you?) is after cutting, to flip the mat over and remove the mat from the project, rather than lifting the project from the mat. It protects the delicate cuts. Thank you for honoring this beautiful movie and sharing your talent!
Mandee
January 29, 2018 at 8:37 am (5 years ago)Thanks so much for your comment! It’s so nice to hear that people like you continue to enjoy my designs (especially my paper lantern series)! Keep impressing your friends and family members with your craftiness!! 😀
Yes, that is a crucial tip! I should add it to me FAQ section. I always do that when I peel my designs off the mat, but you’re right, it’s absolutely necessary for fine cuts like these!
Gloria Z
March 4, 2018 at 12:04 am (5 years ago)Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful amazing cut files with us. I LOVE this!!!!
Mandee
March 5, 2018 at 8:42 am (5 years ago)Thanks Gloria! Glad you like my designs. ^_^
Alison C
March 10, 2018 at 10:39 am (5 years ago)Your lanterns are awesome. Thanks for sharing!
Mandee
March 12, 2018 at 9:18 am (5 years ago)Thanks Alison! Glad you like them. ^_^
Courtney
February 27, 2019 at 8:40 am (4 years ago)I am having trouble downloading the template. A bunch of words pop up when I try to download.
Mandee
February 27, 2019 at 9:19 am (4 years ago)Hi Courtney! Sorry to hear that you are having trouble. Be sure to check out the FAQ section of my site for instructions and screenshots on how to download my design files. 🙂
anne
March 2, 2019 at 10:02 am (4 years ago)thank you so much sorry to ask but do you have a pocahontas lantern please
Mandee
March 7, 2019 at 11:19 am (4 years ago)You’re welcome Anne! I don’t currently have a Pocahontas lantern design available, but I hope to make one in the future. 🙂
Jan
March 6, 2020 at 4:43 pm (3 years ago)Stunning! My Granddaughter LOVES Moana, she is only 1! Thank you so much!
Mandee
March 9, 2020 at 8:30 am (3 years ago)So glad you like it!! Have fun making it for your cute granddaughter! 😊