Butterfly Popsicle Stick Craft

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

Gather all the supplies and set up a flat workspace where pieces can dry without being disturbed.

Step 2: Paint the Craft Sticks

Paint two wooden craft sticks pink or red. Coat them evenly and set them aside to dry completely.

Step 3: Arrange the Butterfly Body

Once the paint is dry, glue the two craft sticks side by side vertically to form a long, narrow body.

Step 4: Add the Antennae

Cut two thin yellow antenna shapes from cardstock and glue them to the top of the sticks so they extend upward.

Step 5: Cut the Butterfly Wing Pieces

Cut large wing shapes from yellow cardstock, smaller wing shapes from blue, and extra pink pieces for wing details.

Lay all the pieces out before assembling so it’s easy to see how they’ll layer.

Step 6: Layer the Wings

Layer the blue wing shapes on top of the yellow wings, adjusting until everything looks balanced and symmetrical.

Step 7: Add the Wing Details

Add the pink details on top, then glue all the layers together to create one complete wing piece.

Step 8: Attach the Wings to the Body

Place the assembled wings behind the painted body and glue them securely to the back of the craft sticks. Press gently and give the glue time to hold.