1. Butterfly Window Sun Catchers
Materials Needed:
Butterfly coloring pages Scissors (for adults or older kids) Clear contact paper Tissue paper (variety of colors) Black construction paper Glue stick
Steps: Genius Tip: If you want to make a group of them, try using different sizes. We made a mini version for Mike’s playroom window and a larger one for Lisa’s side of the bedroom.
2. Butterfly Wands
Materials Needed:
Butterfly coloring pages Wooden craft sticks or straws Ribbons or yarn Tape or glue Glitter or gems (optional)
Steps: Pro Tip: Keep a small container for ribbons, beads, and leftover craft bits. It’s like a treasure chest for creative moments like this!
3. Butterfly Fridge Magnets
Materials Needed:
Butterfly coloring pages Small adhesive magnets Scissors Lamination sheets or clear tape
Steps: Helpful Tip: We added the day of the week to each butterfly and now use them to hang up school reminders. It keeps the fridge fun and functional!
4. Butterfly Stick Puppets
Materials Needed:
Free printable butterfly coloring pages Craft sticks Tape or glue Markers or crayons
Steps: Fun Tip: Use a flashlight behind the puppet stage to create shadow effects for a magical touch.
5. Butterfly Crown Craft
Materials Needed:
Butterfly coloring pages Paper headband strip (about 2 inches wide) Glue stick Glitter, markers Tape or stapler
Steps:
Safety Tip: Let an adult handle the stapler, and make sure edges are smooth. For Mike, I added a soft felt strip inside the crown for comfort. Pro Tip: Try using foam paper for the headband base to make it extra sturdy and reusable.
6. Butterfly Leaf Wings (Outdoor Craft)
Materials Needed:
Butterfly coloring pages Real leaves Glue stick Cardstock or cardboard Markers
Steps: Tip: To make leaves that stick better to paper, dry some of them ahead of time between book pages.
7. Butterfly Pencil Toppers
Materials Needed:
Butterfly coloring pages Scissors Glue Pipe cleaners or tape Pencils
Steps: Smart Tip: Add glitter glue or rhinestones for a personalized, magical touch that your kids will love showing off at school.
8. Butterfly Gift Tags
Materials Needed:
Butterfly coloring pages Scissors Hole punch String or yarn Markers
Helpful Tip: Write a kind message on the back or a fun fact like “Butterflies taste with their feet” to make the tag more interactive and fun. Kids should enjoy crafting more than just the end result. Enjoyment, education, and love are at its heart. Every project becomes a treasured memory, from Lisa’s glittery touches to Mike’s superhero edge. Make these butterfly crafts with your family by printing out the free pages below. For more free coloring resources, check out Crayola’s Printable Coloring Pages.
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