Use old newspaper to create a light up star perfect for decorating a mantel, tabletop or tree top this holiday season. It's a DIY project that can be done easily, and with impressive results.
Helena, the blogger at Craft and Creativity, explains:
Last Friday we got a nice visit from Karin and her daughter Freja from Pysselbolaget. We crafted together and exchanged ideas for an entire afternoon. There was such a flow of creativity in the air, both among us adults and the children. We had so much fun! These pimped Advent stars are one of many result of this day. The idea was to decorate pre-made Advent stars in different ways. You could either buy new ones, or use old ones from your stash.
For the full instructions, check out Advent star makeover on Craft and Creativity.
(Images: Helena of Craft and Creativity)

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These are really pretty. Any suggestions where I can find the pre-made advent stars needed to make these?
ikea sells a light up star lamp just like this except ivory paper
I'm not clear on what type of light is used inside. It doesn't seem to be mentioned above or on the linked site. Is it? I'm guessing it has to be a specific size and wattage so it's not too big or too hot?
As slopegirl mentioned, IKEA sells a star lamp. They advise to use a led bulb:
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/50218695/
http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/80060603/
And in reply to myself....: the link doesn't show a led bulb, but a low energy one. The European IKEA website does suggest using a led bulb, but it doesn't seem to be available in the US.
If you're looking for the pattern for these stars, I found one here
http://www.homemade-gifts-made-easy.com/paper-star-lantern.html