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Whimsical Paper Roll Fireflies


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  • Author: rosalind-chef-2
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: As many fireflies as you'd like
  • Diet: N/A

Description

Create enchanting paper roll fireflies that glow softly, bringing magic and creativity into your home. Perfect for all ages and a great way to recycle materials.


Ingredients

  • Empty paper towel rolls or toilet paper rolls
  • Basic craft paint (yellow, orange, or your choice)
  • Paintbrushes
  • Glitter (optional)
  • Battery-operated tea lights
  • Scissors
  • Glue (craft glue or hot glue)
  • Black construction paper
  • Googly eyes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Clean the rolls, ensuring they are empty and free from residue.
  2. For taller fireflies, keep the roll full; for shorter ones, cut one in half.
  3. Select desired colors for the body and paint the exterior evenly with a paintbrush, allowing it to dry completely.
  4. If using glitter, sprinkle it on while the paint is still wet.
  5. Cut out wing shapes from black construction paper and glue them to the back of the painted roll, allowing some to stand out.
  6. Glue googly eyes or cut circles from paper and attach them for a whimsical look.
  7. Place a battery-operated tea light inside and close the roll at the open end if needed.
  8. Turn on the tea light to watch your fireflies glow!

Notes

Supervise younger children with scissors or hot glue and encourage them to paint and decorate freely.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Craft
  • Method: Crafting
  • Cuisine: N/A

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 firefly
  • 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