North Star Red
Free UK Delivery over £50 spent
- Description
- How To Use
- Safety Info
- Delivery
Make a bold statement with our stunning North Star Red lantern; a show stopping piece designed to light up larger spaces with striking festive flair. Crafted from rich red paper and hand punched with hundreds of tiny star shaped perforations, it casts magical starry projections when lit.
Perfect for celebrations, dramatic window displays, or homes with high ceilings, this oversized lantern is a brilliant way to transform your décor.
Use it your way
Whether hung unlit or used as a statement lampshade with a warm LED light, the North Star Red creates an unforgettable display. Designed to be visible from a distance, it’s a captivating choice for venues, parties, and Christmas celebrations.
Product details
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Base Colour: Red
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Number of Tips: 7
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Diameter: 87 cm
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Folds flat for easy storage
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Material: Paper
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Lights sold separately
Styling tip: Use with our USB LED Lighting Kit or cable and bulb sets for an easy and atmospheric lighting solution. Hang solo or combine with smaller stars at varying heights for extra impact.
To open, hold star flat, place one hand inside one of the outer points and gently ease point outwards.
Carefully repeat the first step with remaining points. Ensure each point is fully open before moving on to the next.
Using the two cords provided, gently bring the two outer points together. If illuminating, place over light source and tie cords firmly to secure in place. Do not pull the cords to open your star.
For use indoors and in sheltered outdoor environments
Here are our favourite ways to bring your star to life:
💡 Use as a main light: Simply tie the star over an existing pendant light fitting (max 5.5W LED bulb) for a magical ceiling lampshade.
🔌 With our USB LED Lighting Kit: For a plug-and-play solution, pair with our exclusive low-energy USB LED Kit—complete with 4 metres of cable and a warm white glow. Perfect for flexible placement and reusable year after year.
✨ With fairy lights: Create a whimsical effect by inserting battery-operated or plug-in LED fairy lights for subtle twinkle and texture.
All our stars fold flat and come with a strong cotton tie for easy hanging. Please note: lights sold separately.
Recommended for use with LED bulbs up to 7 watts. Ensure bulb doesn’t touch any part of the Starlight. Do not exceed 40 watts.
Do not use near naked flame. Make sure all electrical fittings are safe before use.
Can be used with battery operated LED “string” or ‘fairy’ lights, providing they conform to the appropriate safety standards, and no part of the unit produces heat.
Your Paper Starlight conforms to BS EN IEC 60598-1:2021
Your star comes flat-packed in recyclable packaging and ideal for gifting or styling. Enjoy free UK tracked delivery on orders over £50.
UK Mainland & Northern Ireland
- Free Tracked 48 Delivery on orders over £50*
- Standard Royal Mail Tracked 48 - 2-3 days- £4.95
- Express Royal Mail Tracked 24** - 1-2 days - £7.95
- Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm (excludes Saturdays) - £15
*Orders over £50 can be upgraded to tracked 24 for just £3 extra. **Order by 1pm Monday-Friday (excludes weekends and Bank Holidays)
Worldwide Shipping
For customers who are based not within the UK, VAT and customs duty are your responsibility when buying goods and are not covered by Paper Starlights.
Complete the look:
Behind the Stars
Paper Starlights are still handcrafted using artisan techniques. We never mass produce, instead focusing on small batch production, limited runs and quality seasonal collections.
Love and Light Since 1996
Natural Materials
Fairly traded and handmade from sustainably sourced paper
Lovingly handcrafted
Made in small batches, using timeless artisan techniques
Let the Magic Begin
Our star lanterns create a magical glow and are re-usable
Shipping
Free mainland UK delivery on orders over £50. For orders under £50 or delivery outside of mainland UK, see shipping cost and options at checkout.
Tracking numbers are automatically sent as soon as your order is packed. Please check your junk folder if you do not receive one 72hrs after placing your order.
Orders shipped outside of the UK may be subject to import taxes and customs duties. Please check your country’s import fees before checking out.
FAQs
How do I use my star?
Use as a lampshade over any pendant light fitting or as a lantern with a set of battery operated LED fairy lights inside.
Our stars also look fantastic unlit as 3D decorations.
To preserve materials, we encourage using our stars over a light source you may already have – but we do supply cable kits and fairy lights just in case you need them!
Our stars are perfect for use indoors, or in dry outdoor environments.
What lamp should I use inside?
They have been tested to use with a maximum wattage bulb of 40 watts.
However - LED lamps between 2 and 5 watts are the best – the higher the wattage and lumens ( e.g. 5 watts ), the brighter it will be. For a more ambient glow, use a set of LED fairy lights or a lower wattage lamp ( e.g. 2 watts ).
The effects of the star will be different depending on which colour star and which type of light you use inside.
Our stars conform to the British Standard for luminaires BS EN 60598
How do they work?
They come flat. You simply open them up one point at a time and tie the two cords together to form a perfect star.
Instructions are provided with each lantern and you can watch a video which shows you how to open and hang it.