Colorful Butterfly Paper Cup Craft W/ Free Template

Kids will be excited to spread their creative wings and make this butterfly paper cup craft.

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Their imaginations will take flight as they transform a simple paper cup into the most adorable butterfly.

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Supplies

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Start by downloading the butterfly template and printing it out.

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Let your kids place the eyes above the mouth and secure them in place with glue.

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Next, guide them as they add the antennae to the top and back of the butterfly’s head.

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Now, let’s add some flair to our butterfly wings.

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Swipe up for full tutorial!

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