DIY Tutorial: How to Make a Stunning Pajaki Chandelier

Introduction

Have you heard of the traditional Polish art of making pajaki chandeliers? These beautiful and intricate decorations were traditionally made with colorful paper and straw, and were hung in homes during festivals and celebrations. Today, pajaki chandeliers are becoming popular again as a fun and creative DIY project that can add a unique touch to any room. In this tutorial, we’ll guide you through the steps to create your own pajaki chandelier.

Materials

To create your own pajaki chandelier, you will need the following materials:

• Several sheets of colorful tissue paper
• A pair of scissors
• Glue gun
• Clear thread or fishing line
• Straightened wire coat hangers
• Light bulb or LED string lights

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cut the tissue paper into strips

   Start by cutting your tissue paper into strips of around 2-3 inches wide. It’s ok if the strips are not perfectly even, as this will add to the charm of the finished product. You will need a lot of strips, so don’t be afraid to cut up plenty of paper.

2. Bend the coat hangers into circles

   Using pliers, bend the straightened coat hangers into circles of the desired size for your pajaki chandelier. You will want to create several circles of different sizes, as this will add to the visual interest of your finished product.

3. Attach the tissue paper strips to the coat hangers

   Starting at one point of a coat hanger, use your glue gun to stick the strips of tissue paper onto the hanger. Fold the tissue paper in half over the hanger, and then twist the paper tightly to form a small loop. Add another strip of paper and twist it in the opposite direction. Keep repeating this process, working your way around the hanger to create a rounded, flower-like shape. Switch up the colors and add more layers as desired. Repeat this process for all of the coat hangers, creating a variety of sizes and colors.

4. Assemble the pajaki chandelier

   Using clear thread or fishing line, tie the different sizes of pajaki circles together, making sure to vary the colors and sizes for maximum impact. You may want to experiment with different arrangements until you find a combination that you like. Leave some clear thread hanging down from the top of the chandelier to attach a light bulb or LED string lights.

5. Hang and enjoy!

   With your chandelier fully assembled, all that’s left to do is hang it up and enjoy your beautiful creation. The pajaki chandelier is perfect for any room in the house, and is sure to be a conversation starter.