| Directions: |
| 1. |
Fold a sheet of 12" x 18" white construction paper in half, so it measures 9" x 12". |
| 2. |
Unfold and drip several different colors of tempera paint on one half of the paper. Then fold the paper along the original crease and press down, so that you smear the paint between the two halves. Unfold and set aside to dry. |
| 3. |
Repeat steps 1 and 2 on a second sheet of construction paper. |
| 4. |
Use the butterfly template to trace and cut out butterfly wings from each piece of painted construction paper. Paint the edges of the wings silver. Allow to dry. |
| 5. |
Place the wings back to back and staple together around the edges, leaving a small opening. |
| 6. |
Stuff your butterfly with recycled paper, then finish stapling the two sides together. |
| 7. |
Trace and cut out the butterfly body and two antennae from brown construction paper. |
| 8. |
Glue the antennae to the body, then glue the body to the wings. |
| 9. |
Embellish with spangles and sequins. Glue on wiggly eyes. |
| 10. |
Punch a hole near the top of the butterfly, then tie a loop of yarn through to make a hanger. Display your butterfly anywhere! |
