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Family ties that bind when making lanterns

By JAROD LIM
Lanterns of various shapes and sizes as well as decorative items, all made from surplus ang pow packets. — Photos: CHAN TAK KONG/The Star

THE vibrant red colour of Chinese New Year lanterns is said to signify prosperity and good fortune.

For lantern-maker Chan Kuen Pin, who uses ang pow packets, it is more than just a symbol.

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