If only you knew the power of the Dark Side. The long awaited addition to my Disney Paper Lanterns series is here! So, today, join the dark side of the force, and feast you eyes on this Star Wars paper lantern (dark side edition).
I have been asked about doing a Star Wars lantern design more times than I can count. But, when I started sketching out ideas for it, I just knew I wouldn’t be able to fit everything I wanted onto just one lantern. So, I decided to separate my design ideas and do a “light side” and “dark side” piece. And, of course, if you’re going to start somewhere, you start with the dark side—am I right?
Not going to lie, I’ve always thought the Star Wars “bad guys” were cooler than the “good guys.” When I was in first grade, I had a Darth Maul folder for my school work: just a close-up of his scary red/black face and yellow eyes—it was rad! And now, as an adult, I’m a total Kylo Ren fangirl.
My son must have inherited my love for the “bad guys,” because he shows no interest in any non-robotic hero/heroine in the Star Wars series, but absolutely loves anyone with a black cloak and red lightsaber.
To learn how to assemble my paper lanterns, see this tutorial.
I use Adobe Illustrator for all of my designs, and a Cricut Maker to bring my creations to life. For tips on creating fun paper cuts like this one, 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. If you run into any trouble, be sure to check out this video for more tips!
Enjoy channeling your inner dark side with this Star Wars paper lantern! Who is your favorite “bad guy” from the Star Wars series?
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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. 27 Comments on Star Wars Paper Lantern {Dark Side}
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Debra Wright
May 28, 2020 at 9:35 am (2 years ago)This is awesome. And very generous of you to share it.
Mandee
May 28, 2020 at 9:41 am (2 years ago)Glad you like it Debra!!
Charlotte Silber
May 28, 2020 at 9:38 am (2 years ago)Thank you so much
Mandee
May 28, 2020 at 9:41 am (2 years ago)You are very welcome!! 😊
Julie
May 28, 2020 at 1:51 pm (2 years ago)Perfect Father’s Day gift for my brother in law to put on his desk once restrictions lifted 👍😁
Mandee
May 29, 2020 at 11:34 am (2 years ago)Yay! So fun!! 😀
Kerry DiMaggio
May 28, 2020 at 2:30 pm (2 years ago)I made this today! As soon as I saw it I knew I had to make it. I made it big and it took 5 pieces of paper, but my husband is going to love it! Our bedroom is Darth Vader – Black and Red! Thank you so much! I just discovered you recently and I am in love with everything! Thank you for your talents!
Mandee
May 29, 2020 at 11:36 am (2 years ago)How awesome! This would definitely be a good one to go BIG on! So glad you stumbled across my little corner of the internet. 😊
Kerry DiMaggio
May 29, 2020 at 10:19 pm (2 years ago)I posted it on Instagram!
Bonnie
May 28, 2020 at 2:58 pm (2 years ago)Thank you so much for the Star Wars light my daughters family loves Star Wars and disney
Mandee
May 29, 2020 at 11:36 am (2 years ago)You are very welcome! Have fun putting it together. 😀
Mary Ellen Torres
May 28, 2020 at 6:55 pm (2 years ago)thank you so very very much my son in law is going to love this
Mandee
May 29, 2020 at 11:36 am (2 years ago)You are most welcome. ❤️
Terry Smith
May 29, 2020 at 7:08 am (2 years ago)Wow! These are Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing your very creative work!
Mandee
May 29, 2020 at 11:37 am (2 years ago)Thank Terry! I’m so glad you continue to enjoy my designs. 😊
Monique
May 31, 2020 at 10:20 pm (2 years ago)Wow this is amazing. I just found you today and love all of your designs. I made this Star Wars lantern and the Beauty and the beast one today. Thank you for sharing all designs with us. You are so talented.
Mandee
June 1, 2020 at 11:09 am (2 years ago)Thank you Monique! I’m so glad you discovered my little corner of the internet. 😊
Hope you continue to have fun and make lots of awesome, crafty projects with my designs!!
Debra Ruffing
June 2, 2020 at 6:33 am (2 years ago)Thank you for this. I am trying to download the svg now. My grandson will love it!
Mandee
June 2, 2020 at 9:04 am (2 years ago)You’re welcome Debra! 🙂
Be sure to check out my FAQ page if you have nay trouble.
Mandy Striegel
July 10, 2020 at 1:38 pm (2 years ago)My son is in love with everything Star Wars, the dark side especially. I had to make this for him. It turned out fabulous! I love the fact that you added score lines – it made putting it together so much easier. I can’t wait for the light side!
Mandee
July 13, 2020 at 12:26 pm (2 years ago)You are very welcome Mandy! I’m glad you were able to make this for your Star Wars-loving son!!
Ivonne
August 26, 2020 at 11:55 am (2 years ago)You are very talented and generous for sharing it. Thank you very much!
Mandee
August 27, 2020 at 10:52 am (2 years ago)You are very welcome Ivonne!
Josie House
October 18, 2020 at 2:57 pm (2 years ago)thank you for sharing. my
Mandee
October 19, 2020 at 9:41 am (2 years ago)You are very welcome Josie!!
Diane Luberda
March 11, 2022 at 6:15 pm (5 months ago)I am interesting in purchasing your Star Wars lanterns. How do I do that?
Mandee
March 14, 2022 at 10:10 am (5 months ago)Hi Diane! The design is free to download. 🙂
If you are having trouble, I suggest taking a look at my FAQ page for detailed downloading instructions and troubleshooting tips!