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Dollar Tree Metal Hanging Butterfly Decoration With Gems

Hello everyone! Today, I will guide you through the process of decorating a metal butterfly. This is a hands-on craft that involves the use of gems, which can make the project take a bit longer. It took me about 30 minutes to complete this craft, and I already had most of the materials on hand, except for the butterfly and Mod Podge, which I had to purchase. As we go along, I will take you step-by-step through the process. Don't forget to check out my video tutorial for additional guidance.

Hanging metal butterfly with floral design and craft gems

Hanging metal butterfly with floral design and craft gems

Video Tutorial


Materials such as metal butterfly, paint, paintbrushes, hot glue and tissue paper

Materials

I bought a metal butterfly from my local Dollar Tree and you can find something similar in any craft store. 

For this project, I'll be using :

Mod Podge Super Gloss finish

 Chalk paint in the color Misty Pink

 Two paintbrushes

 Hot glue tissue paper

 And craft gems.

Metal butterfly with tissue paper and pencil on a table

floral tissue paper cut out in butterfly shape

Step 1: Tracing out the metal butterfly onto the gift tissue paper

To begin, grab the metal butterfly and some tissue paper. Unfold the tissue paper and place the butterfly on top of it. Use a pencil to trace the outline of the butterfly onto the tissue paper. Once you've traced the entire outline, use a pair of scissors to carefully cut out the butterfly shape from the tissue paper.

Metal butterfly and Mod Podge

Metal butterfly with floral tissue paper in center of design

Step 2: Applying Mod Podge and tissue paper

First, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge on the inside of your butterfly. Once you have applied a thin layer, place your cut-out shape on top of the Mod Podge. Make sure that the tissue paper is evenly spread and remove any lines or wrinkles that may appear. Don't worry if you can't get all the wrinkles out. After adding your tissue paper, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge on top of the tissue paper. You can use a heat gun to assist with drying.

Metal butterfly with floral tissue paper design near paintbrush and paint

Metal butterfly with outer surface painted pink

Step 3: Applying paint to metal butterfly

Now you are ready to paint the outer surface of your butterfly. With chalk paint, two coats provided complete coverage.

Metal butterfly near stretch cord and scissors

Hot glue, stretch cord and metal butterfly on a table

Step 4: Cutting and attaching the stretch cord

Next, take your stretch cord, and begin to cut three strands. Your strands can be any length that you choose. Whether you want them to be long when hanging from your butterfly, or if you decide that you want them to be a little shorter, it is completely up to you. I went with a medium length for my stretch cord.

Metal butterfly with three strands of stretch cords attached.

After cutting the stretch cord, use hot glue to attach it to the bottom section of the butterfly. Attach the cord to the inner right, left, and center of the butterfly.

Hand adding craft gems to stretch cord on metal butterfly

Step 5: Attaching craft gems to the stretch cord

You are now prepared to add your craft gems to your project. Begin by selecting two craft gems that are the same size. Apply hot glue onto one of the gems. Take the stretch cord and place it on the glued gem. Then, press the second gem onto the opposite side of the stretch cord. This will ensure that the stretch cord sits in the middle of the two gems.

Close up of craft gems on stretch cord

Repeat this step until you have filled your stretch cord with the desired amount of craft gems.

Hanging metal butterfly with floral design and craft gems

Hanging metal butterfly with floral design and craft gems

Your hanging butterfly decoration is now complete! I love how it turned out, and it looks beautiful when the sunshine hits it. I hope you enjoyed this DIY craft project. Please let me know in the comments below if you decide to create your own. See you soon!

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  4. Wow! I would not have believed this came from the Dollar Tree!

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  5. So pretty, what a lovely spring decoration.

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