Folded Paper Morpho Butterfly

Folded Paper Morpho Butterfly - Easy Nature Craft for Kids

5-10 minutes
Ages 5-10
2
2 of 7 steps need adult

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A cartoon of Paper
Paper
A cartoon of Crayons
Crayons
A cartoon of Markers
Markers
A cartoon of Pipe Cleaners
Black Pipe Cleaners
A cartoon of Glitter Glue
Glitter Glue
A cartoon of Scissors
Scissors
A screenshot showing the science lab in GlueStick
GlueStick Mascot

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About This Project

Brighten your day with these beautiful paper Blue Morpho Butterflies! They're super easy to make with common crafty items like paper, crayons, markers, and pipe cleaners. You can make this butterfly with just about anything: plain white paper, colorful construction paper, or tissue paper. While the directions show you how to make your butterfly look like a blue morpho, you can use any color you like—there's a lot of butterflies in the world to inspire your creativity!

This project is perfect for:
  • Nature Craft Projects
  • Spring Activities
  • Butterfly Studies
  • Paper Folding Crafts
  • Easy Kids Projects
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I’m a boy mom, crafter and former reporter who loves taking my kids to superhero movies. Join me for a mix of traditional kid crafts, STEM fun and 3D printing.

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