Course: How to do lantern silk repair

Repairing fabric ➔ perfect as new! A must-have skill for lantern lovers!

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Silk Makes the Chinese Zigong Lanterns Shining Better

Zigong lanterns originated in the Tang and Song dynasties and flourished in the present. It has a history of more than 800 years and enjoys the reputation of “the best lantern in the world”. Its notable features are the inheritance and innovation of silk-binding technology and the extensive application of special materials. Craftsmen also hand-paint details to make the lanterns lifelike. Let’s see how to do the lantern silk repair if you meet this issue.

This time, the author will take you to see the special material used in lanterns——Satin Silk

Satin Silk —— Fire-Retardant&Durable&Lustrous

Satin silk is a high-quality fabric commonly used in the production of Zigong lanterns. The miracle of lanterns attribute to satin silk’s unique texture and performance. In terms of material, satin silk is mostly made of polyester fiber as the main raw material. The surface is smooth like satin, with a soft luster, excellent color expression, and can accurately present rich and bright colors, making the lanterns more dazzling with the lights on.

So, how does this silk perform in daily use?

In terms of durability, the fiber structure of satin silk is tight and wear-resistant. It is not easy to wear and tear during the frequent assembly and disassembly of colored lanterns. At the same time, it also has good wrinkle resistance. Even after folding and transportation, it can quickly restore smooth and luster, greatly reducing maintenance costs. In addition, satin silk has enhanced UV resistance and waterproof performance through special finishing technics, which can effectively resist the erosion of sunlight and rain in outdoor environments, ensuring that colored lanterns are not easy to fade and age after long-term display. Fire resistance is even more important. The satin silk used in colored lanterns is usually flame-retardant, adding flame retardants or using flame-retardant fiber blends.

However, no matter how flexible and wear-resistant the silk is, it can't escape the damage of sharp objects. Lantern silk repair is unevitable.

Therefore, in the end, the author wants to share-how to repair damaged lantern silk

In fact, after the introduction above, it can be determined that the colored lantern silk will not be damaged under normal circumstances. Even if it is slapped, collided, scratched… it will not cause serious damage to the colored lantern. This time, the author uses the shoe-shaped gold ingot lantern as an example to show how to restore the lanterns to their former glory after sharp damage.

Step 1: Tear the damaged silk off the metal frame, and then compare the overall needs and select the appropriate size of satin silk for use.

Step 2: Apply glue to the metal frame, and then stick the satin silk on it. During the process, pull the silk with your hands to make it tight, and the effect will be better. Tips: If the temperature is too cold, you need to use hot air to soften the glue in time to facilitate sticking.

Step 3: Cut the excess silk along the edge of the wire frame.

If the text course does not meet your needs, there will be a detailed video provided by Star Factory Lantern ltd. at the end of the article. I believe that you will be able to get started easily after watching it, and let the beloved lanterns shine again.

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