How to Make an Easy Paper Butterfly

Materials

• 1 square sheet of paper (two colors recommended)
• Flat surface

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Fold Diagonally

Start with a square paper, colored side up. Fold in half diagonally to form a triangle.

2. Fold the Triangle

Fold the triangle in half to form a smaller triangle, then unfold back to the larger triangle.

3. Create Wing Folds

Take the bottom corner of the triangle and fold it upward past the top edge. Flip the paper over.

4. Fold the Body

Fold the top point down about one centimeter. Then fold the paper in half vertically.

5. Shape the Wings

Gently open the two wing flaps. The folded top point creates a pocket that holds the butterfly shape together. Adjust the wings to your liking.

Pro Tips

• Use double-sided paper for colorful wings
• Attach to a string to make a butterfly garland
• Make several in different sizes for a wall display