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Bubble Wrap Butterfly

Social butterfly! Just wing it with a cute & colorful upcycled bubble wrap craft idea.

Ages: 4 and up, 8 and up, 6 and up

CIY Staff

Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

Gather all the supplies needed to bring your craft ideas to life! From paints and markers to glue and scissors, our crafts section has everything to spark creativity and make every project truly special.

  • Glue
  • Paint
  • Paint Brushes
  • Bubble Wrap
  • Craft Stick
  • Fishing Line

Steps

  • Step 1

    Cut 2 pieces of bubble wrap of equal height, one slightly wider than other.

  • Step 2

    Color bubble wrap with markers.

  • Step 3

    Pinch pieces of bubble wrap together at center points. Wrap fishing line around bubble wrap and tie to secure.

  • Step 4

    Cover craft stick with paint. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 5

    Glue craft stick to middle of bubble wrap to create butterfly body. Dry 1–2 hours.

  • Step 6

    Flutter and fly with your colorful butterfly!

Crafts

CIY Staff Tips

Use your imagination and have fun making your craft as creative as you are—there’s no wrong way to do it!

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