Press & PR
Handmade paper stars, Fair Trade partnerships and creative installations — sharing light since 1996.
Featured story
Featured by BAFTS Fair Trade Network UK
We're proud to have been featured in a BAFTS Member Spotlight, sharing the story behind our 30-year relationship with our makers in India, our approach to Fair Trade, and the people and partnerships behind our stars.
About Paper Starlights
Paper Starlights has been sharing handmade paper star lanterns since 1996. Based in Chesterfield, Derbyshire, we work with skilled artisans in India and with retailers, heritage venues, Christmas markets, event partners and creative spaces across the UK and beyond.
Our story is rooted in craft, colour, long-term relationships and Fair Trade values. In 2026, we celebrate 30 years of Paper Starlights and three decades of relationships behind the stars.
Paper Starlights at a glance
Established
Derbyshire, UK
By skilled artisans in India
Retail, events & installations
BAFTS member
Awards & recognition
Finalist — Retail Partner of the Year
Shortlisted — Best Enterprising Business (up to 10 employees)
Featured creative business
Finalist — Retail & Wholesale Champion
Projects & installations
We also work with heritage venues, retailers, event teams and creative partners on large-scale displays, seasonal installations and atmospheric spaces.
Press imagery & product shots
High-resolution product and lifestyle images are available through our PressLoft press office. If you need a specific colourway, product, team image or installation shot, get in touch and we'll be happy to help.
Press enquiries
For interviews, product information, samples, image requests, features or collaboration enquiries, email media@paperstarlights.com.
Wedding Decor
Our stars make stunning lantern wedding centrepieces. We also have experience in creating bespoke displays for weddings.
Christmas Markets
It's the most magical time of year. We've been trading at Christmas markets since 1996.
Spring / Summer Lanterns
With high resolution lifestyle and cut-out product images. Featuring our Union Jack lantern for the King's Coronation
Sustainable Christmas
Our Christmas 2024 collection. With high resolution lifestyle & cut-out product images.
Let's collaborate
High Resolution Images
Register with our press office for access to our high quality photo library, including lifestyle and cut-out images
