Instruction Manual
Magical Kit for Letter to Santa Claus
Kit Contents
- 3 red flying lanterns with hooks
- 3 special cards to write to Santa Claus
- 1 stencil with Christmas motifs
- 1 white permanent marker
Important Safety Instructions
⚠️ READ BEFORE USE
- This activity must be carried out under adult supervision
- Choose an appropriate location:
- Clear area without trees or buildings nearby
- More than 5 km away from airports
- Away from power lines
- Required weather conditions:
- Light wind (less than 15 km/h)
- No rain
- Good visibility
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Lantern Preparation
- Carefully unpack the lantern
- Gently unfold it into a cylindrical shape
- Check that the fabric is not torn
- Make sure the hook is securely fastened
2. Decoration (20-30 minutes before launch)
- Place the lantern on a clean surface
- Use the provided stencil to trace the patterns:
- Position the stencil on the lantern
- Hold it firmly
- Use the white marker to draw through the patterns
- Add personal decorations
- Let dry for a few minutes
3. Letter Preparation
- Take one of the provided cards
- Write your message to Santa Claus
- Attach the card to the lantern hook and close it
- Verify that the card is securely fastened
4. Launch
- Choose a clear area
- Wait for the wind to be calm
- Fully unfold the lantern
- Inflate the lantern with a back-and-forth movement
- Remove the burner protection
- Ask an adult to light the burner
- Hold the lantern vertically
- Wait for it to fill with hot air (2-3 minutes)
- When the lantern pulls upward, gently release it
5. Observation
- Follow the lantern with your eyes during its ascent
- It should rise for 8-10 minutes
- The lantern will naturally descend once cooled or will be fully consumed in the air
Tips for a Successful Experience
- Prepare the activity at dusk, the show is more magical at twilight
- Take photos to immortalize this moment
- Film the lantern’s flight
- Tell a story while the lantern rises
- Make a wish as a family
Troubleshooting
If the lantern doesn’t fly properly:
- Check that it is fully unfolded
- Make sure the heat source is working properly
- Wait for the lantern to be sufficiently inflated
- Try again in a more wind-sheltered location
Contact
For any questions or assistance:
- Email: contact@tellementhappy.com
🎄 We wish you a wonderful magical family experience! 🎄