Each toy is a "piece" of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

As August arrives, the Mid-Autumn Festival comes, bringing with it the joy and excitement of children. Amidst the brightly lit toy stalls, children's innocent eyes light up as they gaze at musical lanterns and other whimsical new toys... Each innocent smile, each toy, is not just for fun on the full moon night, but also becomes a unique "piece" of the Mid-Autumn Festival – preserving cherished childhood memories under the radiant moonlight.

Vibrant colors of the Mid-Autumn Festival

Each Mid-Autumn Festival, toys take on a new look. Besides the familiar electronic and LED lanterns that play music, lion heads, drums, masks, etc., velvet-lined wire lanterns are a new product this year.

Velvet-lined lanterns are a new product that many children love this Mid-Autumn Festival.

From thin wire wrapped in soft velvet in a variety of vibrant colors, skilled artisans have created countless designs: carp, rabbits, jellyfish, or colorful flowers... The advantage of this type of lantern is that it is both durable and easy to shape, and can be fitted with LED lights for a dazzling effect during the full moon festival. It is this novelty, creativity, and familiarity that has helped velvet wire lanterns quickly win the hearts of the market, becoming a favorite choice for many children.

In addition, this year's Mid-Autumn Festival also witnessed the fresh "return" of mini lanterns made of bamboo and cellophane. These cute little lanterns, usually measuring 10-15 cm, are easy to hold and come in shapes like carp, elephants, stars, rabbits, etc., quickly becoming a "hot trend" sought after by many.

This year's Mid-Autumn Festival sees the fresh "return" of mini lanterns made from bamboo slats and cellophane paper.

The thin, lightweight cellophane paper allows light from candles or small LED bulbs inside to spread throughout the lamp frame, creating shimmering, colorful patches of light. This type of lamp is simple, eco-friendly, and easy to use. According to many stores, the materials for making the lamp are quite simple: thin bamboo strips, colored cellophane paper, glue, and thin wire; the production cost is low, and the selling price is also affordable for most families.

Images of carp swimming in the light, a dazzling five-pointed star, or a gentle elephant become so familiar, evoking childhood memories, stirring nostalgia in adults and sparking curiosity in children. And in the soft light emanating from that thin paper, there is not only the joy of childhood but also a glimpse of the lingering echoes of a traditional Mid-Autumn Festival being preserved and passed down through generations.

Ms. Bui Khanh Linh (Nong Trang ward) shared: "Children nowadays love flashing lights and music, but I still want to buy my child a star-shaped lantern made of cellophane paper, both to teach them about tradition and to allow parents to relive old Mid-Autumn Festival memories. This not only gives children more choices but also teaches them to appreciate long-standing cultural values."

Not only children, but many adults also find joy in accompanying their children on the journey of choosing Mid-Autumn Festival toys. For them, holding their child's hand to choose a lantern is a moment of family bonding. The affectionate glances, smiles, and joy of parents seeing their children eagerly holding a new lantern on the full moon night are the warmest rewards of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

It is evident that the abundance of Mid-Autumn Festival toys not only satisfies the increasingly diverse tastes of children but also contributes to strengthening family bonds, creating a colorful Mid-Autumn Festival where each light is a "piece" of childhood memories under the full moon.

Light up the Mid-Autumn Festival yourself.

This carp-shaped lantern was handmade by Dinh Duc Dat to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Amidst the dazzling array of colors in the Mid-Autumn Festival toy market, many children find joy in making their own lanterns. For them, each lantern is not just a toy, but a "work of art" embodying their hard work and imagination. Dinh Duc Dat, a 5th-grade student from Tho Son Primary School (Thanh Mieu Ward), patiently and meticulously completed a carp-shaped lantern over 60cm long in 5 days.

The lantern was made with familiar materials such as wire, crepe paper, colored cardboard, plastic wrap, and LED lights. His parents helped with the frame, but Dat did the rest himself. Layers of crepe paper were glued onto the fish's body, colored cardboard was cut into scales, the tail was shaped into a fluffy form, and the shimmering light from the flashing LED inside created a vibrant red carp. When lit, the soft golden light shone through the thin paper, making the fish's body seem to glow, and its round, black eyes became even more lively.

For Dat, it's not just a toy to carry during the Mid-Autumn Festival, but also an unforgettable childhood memory, where he poured his effort, creativity, and love for the festival into it. In the shimmering light emanating from the lantern, there is also the simple happiness of a boy creating his own special "Mid-Autumn Festival" for the first time.

Making your own Mid-Autumn Festival lanterns is becoming a fun choice for children and young people alike. Lantern kits with bamboo frames, cellophane paper, wire, glue, and compact LED lights have made creativity easier, giving everyone the opportunity to create a lantern with their own unique touch.

Customers enjoy the experience of making their own lanterns at Mori Cafe.

At Mori Cafe on Chau Phong Street (Viet Tri Ward), customers not only enjoy drinks but also get to experience making Mid-Autumn Festival lanterns. The cafe provides ready-made kits including pre-designed lantern frames, paints, LED lights, etc., allowing customers to freely express their creativity. “This is the first time I’ve made a lantern myself. I was a little clumsy at first, but the more I worked, the happier I became because the lantern was made by me and my mother,” excitedly shared 8-year-old Le Nha Uyen from Viet Tri Ward.

These small workshops have transformed Mori into a "creative workshop," where diners can light their own unique Mid-Autumn Festival lantern.

As can be seen, toys not only excite and fascinate children but also serve as a bridge connecting generations, creating memorable childhood memories and meaningful, unforgettable experiences every Mid-Autumn Festival.

Thanh An

Source: https://baophutho.vn/moi-mon-do-choi-mot-manh-trung-thu-240525.htm