Make a beautiful butterfly using a fun squish painting technique and recycled newspaper! This craft is a great way for kids ages 3-12 to explore different textures and colors, resulting in a special and unique creation every time.
A 15–45 minutes craft for ages 3–12, using supplies you likely already have — Paint, Construction Paper, and Newspapers.
GlueStick supports kids from setup to cleanup. After they choose a project, we guide them through gathering the supplies, making it, and cleaning up when they're done. We'll even help them share it safely with trusted family and friends.
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First, pick a light-colored piece of paper and fold it in half. Now, choose your favorite paint colors! Squeeze a line of paint to draw the shape of one butterfly wing on one side of the folded paper. If you want, you can draw the wing shape with a pencil first, then trace it with paint. Next, squeeze little dots of paint inside your butterfly wing. Don't use too much paint at first; you can always add more later!
"I can't wait to make a project with you!"
Put things away so your space is tidy for next time.
Check off each supply when it is put away — and any clean-up tips underneath are done too. You might find a fun surprise!
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"What a fabulous project!"
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