Toilet Paper Roll Butterfly Craft
Butterflies are already magical, but when you add buttons, googly eyes, and bright colors, they become downright irresistible! This toilet paper roll butterfly craft is easy, cheerful, and the perfect way to celebrate spring.
It’s a quick 20–30 minute project that uses recycled materials and a splash of creativity, ideal for preschool, kindergarten, or just an afternoon of fluttery fun at home.
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What You’ll Need for This Paper Roll Butterfly Craft
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How to Make a Toilet Paper Roll Butterfly
Step 1: Gather Your Supplies
Gather your supplies and set everything out on your workspace.
Step 2: Paint the Roll Purple
Paint your toilet paper roll purple and set it aside to dry completely.
Step 3: Trace the Wings
Trace two butterfly wings on pink construction paper. Freehand them or use a heart-shaped stencil for the curves.
Step 4: Cut Out the Wings
Cut out both wings.
Step 5: Decorate the Wings
Decorate the wings by gluing colorful buttons all over them. Mix and match sizes for a fun design.
Step 6: Attach the Wings
Attach the decorated wings to the back of your purple toilet paper roll using glue.
Step 7: Add the Antennae
Cut a blue pipe cleaner in half, curl the ends, and glue them to the inside of the roll to make antennae.
Step 8: Add the Eyes
Glue on two googly eyes near the top of the roll.
Step 9: Add Rosy Cheeks
Use pink paint to add little cheeks under the eyes.
Step 10: Add the Button Body
Glue a few buttons down the front of the roll to create the butterfly’s body.
Step 11: Draw the Smile
Draw a big smile with your black marker to bring your butterfly to life.
All done!
Let everything dry, and your button butterfly is ready to flutter around and brighten your day!
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