[header] How to make a cloud lantern [title] Fully expand the paper lantern. [step] You will not be able to expand it any further after you start gluing. [title] Using the hot glue gun, apply glue onto an even layer of polyester fiber stuffing and place on lantern covering the surface leaving the opening of the lantern uncovered. 
[substeps] This layer should be about 2 inches thick. For best results make sure there are no uncovered parts of the lantern surface.