Description
Create enchanting dragonflies using vibrant tissue paper and simple materials, perfect for all ages.
Ingredients
- Colored tissue paper
- Wire (flexible but sturdy, like floral wire)
- Pipe cleaners
- Scissors
- Glue
- Googly eyes (optional)
- LED tealight candles (for glowing effect)
- Markers or crayons for decorating
Instructions
- Cut Tissue Paper: Select vibrant tissue paper colors and cut them into rectangular pieces (around 6×12 inches). You’ll need two for each dragonfly.
- Layer the Paper: Stack two pieces, one atop the other, for each dragonfly’s wings.
- Shape the Wire: Cut a piece of wire about 12 inches long. Pinch it in the middle to create a “V” shape for the body.
- Attach Wings: Fold the tissue paper layers at their center and attach them to the wire using the point where it bends to create the wings. Secure with tape or glue.
- Use pipe cleaners for antennas. Cut two pieces and twist them together, securing them to the head of your dragonfly.
- Decorate: Use markers or crayons to add patterns on the wings and googly eyes to bring your dragonfly to life.
- If using LED tealight candles, place your dragonflies near them to create a glowing effect. The light will shine through the tissue paper beautifully.
Notes
Experiment with different wing sizes and colors for unique designs. Hang your dragonflies with fishing line for added movement.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting
- Cuisine: N/A
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 dragonfly
- Calories: 0
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg