Coffee Filter Flutters

Making these colorful butterflies will brighten any child's day! Experiment with various colors or keep it simple, it will surely bring smiles.

MATERIALS:
coffee filters
water soluble markers (washables work great)
cotton swabs
cup of water
plate, to keep ink from soaking through
colored pipe cleaners
scissors

DIRECTIONS:
1. Place a coffee filter on a plate so the ink does not soak through.

2. Using markers, color the coffee filter. The more ink put down on the filter, the more vibrant it will be.



3. Once all coloring is complete, dip cotton swab in water and dab on the coffee filter. Repeat until colors have blended, as desired.



4. Allow to dry. TIP: Dries best when hung from clothespins.

5. Once dry, gather the center of the filter. Twist a pipe cleaner around the center and trim to desired size. Create the butterfly's antennae.

6. Fan out the butterfly's wings.



You can display them on windowsills or hang them from the ceiling with string. Their beauty will definitely be admired!