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How to make a paper butterfly

For children August 15, 2023
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The process of creating a butterfly from paper is like magic, where a flat sheet of paper is turned into living art. A variety of techniques and types of paper butterflies can surprise you! A handmade paper butterfly can decorate a room, give joy to loved ones or become a symbol of your creative nature. Do not be afraid to experiment – after all, each handmade butterfly is unique.

Let’s dive into this magical world of paper butterflies!

Origami Paper Butterfly

For an origami butterfly, you only need a square sheet of colored paper, the larger the sheet, the larger your butterfly will be.

Paper butterfly for kids

StepAction
1From colored paper, cut out 1 large circle and 1 small circle (upper and lower wings)
2Bend the sheets with an accordion
3Connect the wings in the center and secure with a rope or just glue them
4The bonding point can be pasted over with a thin strip of colored paper
5On this strip, you can draw a muzzle for a butterfly with felt-tip pens or stick a finished one

Living paper butterfly

This paper butterfly will make you believe in miracles. For a moment you will think that these butterflies are alive. For children, these are unforgettable moments of childhood!

For such a butterfly you need:

  1. Colored paper
  2. Pin
  3. Paperclip
  4. Elastic band
  5. Scissors
  6. Scotch
  7. Pliers
  8. Box

Butterfly made of paper as a unique jewelry

Paper butterflies for interior decoration

Materials you will need:

  • colored paper
  • scissors
  • glue
  • rope

A handmade paper butterfly is not only a work of art, but also a reflection of your inner world. This paper craft can tell about your mood, your feelings and dreams.

You can also learn about paper crafts here.