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

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Create It Yourself

Supplies Needed

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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!

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