How to make a butterfly with your own hands from paper, ribbon and other scrap materials

We sew a butterfly costume with painted wings from fabric

It is best to use a black gymnastic leotard (bodysuit) as the basis for the costume. If you don't have one, other dark clothing, such as a dress, will do. If desired, the bodysuit can be complemented with a black tulle petticoat. The most time-consuming, but also fascinating process is creating wings.

Materials

Consistent action plan

Wings:

1. Spread your wings.
2. Drawing.
3. Edge processing.
4. Wing assembly.
5. Attaching to clothing.

Boots:

1. Open it up.
2. Heel cutout.
3. Edge processing.
4. Sewing on braid, lacing.

Mustache:

1. Making antennae from wire.
2. Antennae wrapping.
3. Attaching to hairstyle.

Complexity

Making such a costume is not the easiest task. It will take some skill and patience. But the image will definitely delight the child and surprise those around him.

Video instruction

Butterfly costume Collapse1Cutting the wings (00:06)2Chalk drawing (00:15)3Thinning the paint (00:18)4Applying the first layer of paint (00:24)5Drying (00:36)6Applying the second layer of paint (01:07)7Treating the wings with bias tape (01:25)8Draping the wings (01:36)9Attaching the wings to the ribbon belt (01:47)10Sequin trim (02:10)11Draping the top wing (02:22)12Sewing the wings to the body (02:28)13Sewing the boots ( 02:32)14 Finishing the edge (02:57)15Sewing on the braid under the lacing (03:05)16Bending the antennae (03:21)17Wrapping the antennae (03:30)18Hairstyle (03:48)

Terms

• Biflex is a synthetic knitted fabric.
• Drapery is the arrangement of fabric in which it forms many folds.
• Bias tape is a narrow strip of fabric used to finish the edge.

Step-by-step instructions for making a costume

Wings:

1. Cut irregularly shaped wings from the lining fabric (see diagram below), determine the length of the wings based on the child’s height, taking into account that they are attached just above waist level. Make some of the wings longer, some shorter, the width of each part is about 50 cm. There should be 9 parts in total.
2. Use chalk to draw the outline of the design onto the fabric (you can use the color of any real butterfly as a sample). Using black fabric, yellow, white and orange paints you will get the Monarch butterfly like in the video. But you can create any other butterfly or your own.
3. Paint the pattern on the wings, dry and apply a second coat of paint to keep the colors rich.
4. Finish the edges of the wings with bias tape.
5. Drape each wing (except the top one), making large folds along the straight side. Stitch to secure the drapery.
6. Sew the wings onto the ribbon belt.
7. Cover the top wing with sequins, drape in the center and stitch.
8. Sew a belt with wings to the gymnastics bodysuit above the waist, arrange the wings in two layers, the longest of them should be at the back. Sew the top wing in the center of the back.

Boots:

1. Cut out two rectangles from supplex. To determine the length of the part, measure the child’s leg from foot to knee, the width is 2/3 of the circumference of the shin.
2. On the short side of the part, make a semicircular cutout for the heel and sew it into a ring, process the cuts.
3. Sew braid with lacing loops along the long sides. Lace up your boots with ribbon.

Pattern of wings and boots Mustache:

1. Bend the wire into a "P" shape. Twist two rings in the corners and bend them perpendicular to the antennae.
2. Cut the supplex into strips 2–3 cm wide, wrap the antennae, and leave two long free ends at the bases for fixing in the hairstyle.
3. Curl the ends of your mustache forward.
4. Make two ponytails on the top of your head, put antennae rings on them, and secure with ties. Curl the hair around the base of the antennae. The hairstyle is ready.

Equipment:

Size

The costume according to this description is suitable for children up to 6–7 years old. But such an elegant look can also be chosen for older girls. The material consumption in the table is given for wing lengths from 50 to 70 cm. For every 10 cm increase in length, you will need 30 cm more of the main fabric.

Choosing an outfit

The main clothes for a costume can also be different: from a simple dress to an original jumpsuit.

It is not necessary to sew a dress specifically for the holiday. You can take what the girl already has if it matches the color scheme. The most common colors for this outfit are pink, soft green, blue and other pastel shades.

IMPORTANT! It is important to know here that butterflies are diurnal and nocturnal, and their color depends on their belonging to a certain type. Talk to your child and discuss what color she likes best, show a video of real butterflies. Surely, she will quickly decide, and will wear the finished suit with pleasure.

Skirt and body

An excellent option would be a combination of a bodysuit and a skirt. You can take an old unnecessary swimsuit as a basis, and also sew a perky fluttering skirt from light fabric. It is extremely easy to sew, you just need a pattern, a little fabric and time.

In such a costume, the girl will feel confident and free, no matter what she has to do at the holiday.

Overalls

This is an even more convenient option. A one-piece suit always looks interesting and original.

Sewing a jumpsuit is not difficult for anyone who is familiar with basic sewing skills. It is important to decorate it with some details so that the jumpsuit does not look too simple and boring. Of course, in the case of a butterfly, you can’t do without recognizable accessories, but still you shouldn’t deprive the girl of the pleasure of looking bright and stylish.

Decor options

By using your imagination and showing a creative approach to finishing the wings, you can create an original butterfly costume for a girl with your own hands. Details of the outfit can be decorated in several ways: paint, sew or glue appliqués, or do embroidery. Glitter is often used for decoration. To do this, you need to draw patterns on the surface of the wings with a thin brush dipped in PVA glue. Then, while the glue is still wet, sprinkle with glitter.

For those who boldly hold a needle in their hands, it will not be difficult to embroider patterns of beads or sequins on butterfly wings made of fabric. Cardboard products can be painted using watercolors and markers. Butterfly wings made from white nylon are easiest to decorate using spray paint.

How to sew?

This version of the costume is for children 2-3 years old. It consists of a bodysuit, a tutu skirt and a headband.

For the bodysuit you need: costume fabric, example bodysuit and tulle for decoration.

For a tutu skirt: elastic - it could be a headband, pieces of tulle, jewelry.

• The size of the elastic is the same mesh as in the photo, its size is equal to the child’s waist circumference. We will tie tulle into these holes.
• Cut the tulle into strips measuring 50 by 12 cm diagonally and put the elastic band on a chair or toy.
• We tie white tulle into the bottom row, cut it 15 cm wide for the top layer and tie it into the windows above.
• How to tie: fold the cut strip in half and form a loop, thread this loop through the window and carefully pull it through, then thread the ends through this window. You should get a secured knot that does not come undone.

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Air tulle flight

Another way to make angel wings involves using tulle and... a hanger. To create a cherub costume you will need two wire clothes hangers, a piece of white tulle and thread.

Step-by-step master class:

• Hooks are cut off from hangers.
• The wire frame is unbent and wings are formed from it.
• The frame is applied to the tulle and outlined.
• The parts are covered with the resulting pieces of fabric, sewing their edges to the frame.
• Fasten the two halves together at the ends, securely fixing the wire. The joint can be sealed with adhesive tape.
• The rest of the tulle is cut into strips.
• The strips are sewn onto the fabric with several stitches, forming dense rows.
• Having filled the wing completely, shake the craft.

An angel costume is a classic for any New Year's party. And beautiful wings will allow their owner to become a real celebrity. You just need to be creative and be inspired.

Originally posted 2018-08-29 09:02:35.

: First testing of dyes

Sometimes it takes several attempts to create your perfect wings. It is necessary to choose the best shade by mixing the dye in different proportions. It’s better to experiment with contours and patterns on one piece of fabric and choose the best option for your suit.

: Wet cloth control

When the fabric gets wet, it may sag. Do not increase the tension, as this may lead to ruptures. Loss of elasticity leads to dye runs. You can use them to create a pattern on the wings. If the process cannot be stopped, you need to lead it! The main thing is not to forget to dodge the drops of paint flowing down right on you.

How to make a butterfly from “gelatinized” material with your own hands

Butterfly made of gelatin fabric. In this case, first of all you need to make a “gelatin” fabric, for this: 1 tsp. pour gelatin with cold water (1/4 cup) and let it brew for 30-40 minutes. Then (when the gelatin swells) place the container with gelatin in a steam bath and add another 1/4 cup of water. Bring the solution until the lumps are completely dissolved. Soak a cloth in it and hang it to dry without wrung out. In addition, you will need: a bun - a knife (butter knife), crepe paper, wire, glue. Additional elements are up to you: for the antennae you can use a hairpin, wire, or make them from fishing line with beads, make the body from beads, etc.

The process is quite simple:

1. Make wing templates out of paper, transfer them to fabric and cut them out.
2. Next, you need to process the fabric: the knife needs to be heated, directly in the flame on a gas stove (about 10 seconds). Then, before you start working on the wings, check on an unwanted piece of fabric to see if the knife is melting the fabric and start processing. We process the fabric from the inside out, hold the knife at an angle of 45 degrees and at a distance of 2-3 mm from the edge, walk along all the edges and make veins (photo No. 2 shows the grain and the knife).
3. We coat a piece of wire with glue and wrap it in a spiral with crepe paper as shown in photo No. 3 (these are the so-called “letons/litons”). We make 4 of these litons.
4. We glue one leton on each wing (in the veins).
5. We make the mustache and body - everything here depends solely on your imagination. Photo No. 5 shows a version of the antennae twisted from a hairpin (on a knitting needle), painted on top with gold paint. And the body is woven according to a pattern of beads. Glue the antennae to the finished body. We twist the wires of the upper and lower wings together first, then we intertwine all 4 wires together, cutting off the excess.
6. Using silicone glue we glue the body.

In a similar way (using hot tools) you can make a multi-layered/voluminous butterfly: for example, use satin for the outer wings, and a veil for the inner wings (by the way, in this case there is no need to “gelatinize” the fabric).

As a result, you need to cut out 2 large and two small wings from the satin (we cut holes in them). For the lower layers of the wings, cut out 4 large and 4 small pieces from the veil (no holes are needed for them).

We process them as shown in the diagram presented above in the upper right corner, glue letons to them, and let them dry. We make a body with antennae and assemble a butterfly.

Photo for inspiration

First, a little about how and what you can attach already made paper butterflies to. The easiest way is to apply glue to walls or panels. The second, no less simple way is to use double-sided tape. But to make the decoration more voluminous, it is best to glue it not directly to the wall, but to a small piece of foam rubber. The result will be a more airy composition, with clear shadows.

If you attach a butterfly to a piece of foam rubber, the decor will be even more voluminous

Paper butterflies are used to create three-dimensional decorative compositions on small hoops with a fishing line tied to them. Cut out paper insects are attached to the fishing line. You can’t hang them on the wall, but they look very original, although creating such a composition is more difficult than on the wall.

Hoops and fishing line are all you need to create this beauty

And several wall compositions in which butterflies are used for decoration, made from different types of paper.

Even a damaged item can be turned into a beautiful decoration

Big butterfly from small ones,,,

From a bright picture

They must be mounted so that it seems that they are all flying in the same direction.

Recreate some figure or stick it in a frame in seeming disorder

Can be used to decorate gifts or interior items

Another option with a large butterfly...

Colorful tornado...

Sun heart in the center of the composition

The main thing is to find a bright picture and even a simple silhouette will look great

From fabric

Fabric butterflies look original in the interior. Absolutely any fabric that can be found in the house is suitable for their manufacture. There is no need to specially purchase material. Multi-colored and plain shreds can be used. Moths made from them look very interesting.

To avoid fraying the edges of the fabric, the material should be prepared for work. It is kept in a solution based on PVA glue and water, and then dried. At the same time, the shreds will become stiffer and will hold the created shape well. In the future, a kind of pattern is used. It is applied to the canvas and cut out. To make the figure more magnificent, it is additionally recommended to cut out one more element, but a smaller one. Thus, the design will be two-layer.

The origami technique can also be used. In this case, a pair of identical scraps are cut out of the fabric, which are sewn together along the perimeter. It is recommended to give preference to different textures and colors. Due to this, the moth will acquire a more original appearance. The scrap is folded in the same way as in the case of paper. The only difference is that at each stage the figure is ironed.

When using the origami technique, it is not at all necessary to soak the fabric in the glue solution. It is extremely important that the scraps remain pliable. To prevent them from fraying, in this case it is recommended to trim the edges at the time of stitching the two elements. Lace or tulle can be used as decoration. In this way, you can create a chandelier with butterflies with your own hands. Moths will also look great on walls and curtains.

Volumetric butterflies on the wall

Such butterflies look very airy and seem to be trying to take off from the slightest gust of wind. And to make it, you just need to cut out two pairs of wings and connect them in the middle along the line of the body. They are amazing for garlands or any interior decor.

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Fastening crafts to curtains

Usually, for curtains with butterflies, pins are purchased - yellow or metallic - they should not be visible from the inside. Thick fasteners leave holes in the canvas. And since periodically the curtains will have to be removed for washing, the fixation points will change. As a result, the entire curtain will become “in a hole.” Therefore, very thin pins are used even on large structures or attached to curtains of a dense structure.

Other types of fastenings

Beautiful butterflies for curtains are attached to the canvas using Velcro. The pieces are sewn onto the fabricated models during construction. There is a drawback - Velcro tightens the curtain fabric. They are purchased for cotton and wool - there they will not do much harm. The mount should be selected according to the color of the fabric, otherwise they will be visible through the plastic and nylon wings, causing beauty to become sloppiness.

Crabs. Microscopic hair clips that form small braids when purchased in large quantities. To fix the butterfly decor for curtains, they are perfect. They do not leave any traces, except for wrinkles - the curtains need to be carefully ironed after washing. They are fixed to the body of the butterfly with ordinary threads, but in such a way that it is not difficult to open them.

Wire holders. You don’t need to buy special fasteners to sew a butterfly with your own hands, if you show your imagination and make it yourself in the form of insect legs. Several turns of wire are passed through the abdomen, which are then cut lengthwise, bent and, when fixed, fastened tightly to the tissue. There is a minus - if the wire is bent often, it breaks, but this is a fixable defect - the legs are made again, and when the child has played enough, the butterfly will rarely have to be removed. This decor is contraindicated for young children - up to one and a half years old. Small parts will cause them to get into the baby's respiratory tract.

Magnets. The fabric will remain flawless if you attach magnets to the curtains with butterflies - one part is glued to the craft, the second on the back side fixes it. When it’s time to remove the curtains for washing, they are simply detached. The parts are small, so you should carefully monitor them so as not to lose a single one.

That’s the whole solution to the question - how to make beautiful butterflies with your own hands and attach them to the curtains. The joint work of adults and children will become a treasure trove of ideas - children sometimes see beauty even in unusual things. It is worth giving them freedom of creativity and inexpensive decor for traditional curtains will allow them to become exclusive models.

Shape selection

There are a large number of master classes on how to make angel wings. Depending on the theme of the evening and the duration of the service, it is worth making one or another choice. Some items are intended to be used only once, while others are considered reusable crafts.

Before you start creating this accessory, you need to decide on three points: parameters, position and style.

For a child, a small accessory is suitable, with light weight and not interfering with movements; for an adult party, a larger design will be needed. If there is dancing at the matinee, then it should not cause discomfort. And design depends entirely on imagination.

They can be either folded or raised. For a matinee, a folded design is more suitable, and for a photo shoot - straightened out to the fullest extent.

The form is chosen based on the imagination of the master.

How to make a butterfly from polymer clay with your own hands

If you try, the result will exceed all expectations. By the way, you don’t need any special skills: a little accuracy and concentration and you will get a very beautiful butterfly made of polymer clay.

So, to create it you will need:

1. We decide on the silhouette - draw it on paper and cut out the templates (we need 4 wings).
2. Take a small piece of clay and mix blue oil paint into it. From the resulting blue clay we tear off a piece the size of a pea (we put the rest of the clay in cling film greased with Vaseline so that the clay does not harden). Roll out a piece of clay into a thin layer in the palm of your hand.
3. Next, we simply apply the wing template to this layer, press it tightly and immediately remove it (the outline should remain). We take scissors and carefully cut out the contour, place it again on the palm and thin it with a stack and roll out the edges. And we transfer the wing to some surface to add texture (in this case, a floral mold was used).
4. We glue a thin wire to the textured wing using PVA glue and lay the wing to dry on an uneven surface, giving it a shape. We do the same step by step with the remaining 3 wings.
5. Next you need to make a body: mix black oil paint into the remaining blue clay and mix thoroughly. Then we make an elongated “drop” from the resulting black clay. We form a head on it and use thread or wire to make longitudinal stripes. Leave the body to dry.
6. While the body parts are drying, work on the antennae. Bend small loops on two pieces of wire and paint them with black acrylic paint. Give them time to dry too.
7. Completely dried wings must be additionally painted. First, we tint the entire wing with white oil paint: you need to work with a wide, semi-dry brush (you don’t need to “paint over” the whole thing, you need to slightly emphasize the texture). Next, using black oil paint from the edge to the center, draw the veins and paint over the edges. We cut off the excess wire from the finished wings, (8) make punctures on the body and glue the wings with good super glue. Glue the antennae in the same way.

That's it, the polymer clay butterfly is ready!

You can change the color, and even the shape itself, make it double, with patterns, press beads into polymer clay that has not yet dried, decorate the finished butterfly with feathers, etc. - it all depends on your design idea. Go for it!

Where is it used?

A light, airy butterfly costume is appropriate both for a party in kindergarten or elementary school, and for skits or fairy-tale productions at a theater studio or club. An integral attribute is bright, beautiful, weightless wings that attract the main attention. In addition to wings, the outfit must include a headdress (hat, hoop) with a mustache.

There are many variations of butterfly costumes. All of them have one common advantage - the outfit in question is a collection of individual parts, many of which can be further used in everyday life. The basis of the costume is a dress or short top with a fluffy tulle skirt, which will take up space in your everyday wardrobe, and a gymnastic leotard can be used for its intended purpose. A headband without antennae will also come in handy more than once.

How to complement the image

A carnival butterfly costume would not be complete without additional elements. A mask, mustache, appropriate makeup, gymnastics leotard or bodysuit, fluffy skirt - these details, together with bright wings, give a clear understanding of who the child is portraying at the holiday. You should also take care of purchasing bright tights or leggings and appropriate shoes. It is important that the shoes match the tone of the outfit. They can be decorated with tiny butterflies cut out of thick colored cardboard.

A headband is an integral attribute of the carnival costume in question. Many mothers are interested in how to make mustaches for the headband with their own hands, so as not to run to the store for this detail. To work, you will need a wire, which is twisted into the desired shape and length, and then fixed to the hoop using tape or glue. The end of the resulting antennae is twisted into spirals. The finished headband is usually decorated with sparkles. Alternatively, you can use a small hat as a headdress.

Face painting in the butterfly style will complete the carnival look. Wings are drawn symmetrically on the child’s cheeks and around the eyes, and antennae are drawn on the forehead. For work, they use special paints for body painting, which are made from natural materials. Before applying makeup to your face, you need to do an allergy test. To do this, you need to apply paint to a small area of ​​skin, for example, on a child’s hand, and leave it for a while. The absence of redness or other manifestations of allergies will ensure that the substance is safe. It is not recommended to apply makeup to the skin of children under three years of age.

A homemade butterfly costume can be complemented with a mask purchased in a store or made independently. To create a product at home, you need to print or draw a mask template in the shape of a butterfly. Next, you should transfer the sketch onto thick cardboard. While working, you need to try the mask on the child so that when wearing the product it does not cause discomfort. The resulting blank can be decorated on the front side with felt or velvet paper, and beads, sparkles and sequins can be glued on. Finally, you need to attach a thin elastic band to the structure, which will hold the product on your head.

Thanks to the above recommendations, for many mothers the question of how to make a children's butterfly costume quickly, easily, and without any special financial costs has been resolved. For work, you can use materials that are almost always at hand.

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