Description
Transform everyday coffee filters into vibrant, fluttering decorations with this fun DIY project that’s perfect for all ages.
Ingredients
- Coffee filters (white or brown)
- Washable markers or watercolors
- Spray bottle filled with water
- Pipe cleaners (for antennae)
- Scissors
- Paper towels or a tray (for drying)
- Optional: Glitter or stickers for extra decoration
Instructions
- Prepare Your Workspace: Clear a flat surface and lay out all your materials. Place paper towels or a tray underneath to catch any excess water.
- Color Your Filters: Take a coffee filter and lay it flat. Using markers or watercolors, create colorful designs on one side of the filter. Encourage blending colors for a more vibrant effect.
- Add Water: Lightly spray the colored filter with water from your spray bottle. This will help the colors spread and blend together. Let it sit for a few minutes until the colors soak in and your design is all moistened.
- Dry the Filter: Carefully place the wet filter on paper towels or a tray to dry. Repeat this process with additional filters if you plan to make more butterflies.
- Shape Your Butterflies: Once dry, fold the filter in half. Pinch the center to create the butterfly shape, and use a pipe cleaner to twist around the center for the body.
- Add Antennae: Cut the pipe cleaner to your desired length and shape the ends to resemble antennae.
- Final Touches: Optionally, add glitter or stickers for extra flair. Display your butterflies by hanging them or using them as table decor.
Notes
Experiment with colors and shapes to create unique butterfly designs. Use seasonal themes for decorations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Arts and Crafts
- Method: Crafting
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 butterfly
- Calories: N/A
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A