How to make iridescent Fairy wings

UPDATE Jul 2020: The original website has been taken down. We have saved a PDF copy of this tutorial that you can download: How-to-make-iridescent-wings.

I love it when I look at something and think it is made with some special product only to read the tutorial to find out it is made out of recycled elements I already have in my stash.

These pretty iridescent wings are just such a project. Pop on over to the website OOAK sculptor for the tutorial on how to make iridescent wings along with a tutorial on how to make wired wings and software to design wings! This technique would be great for all sorts of mixed-media projects and designs.

Making iridescent fairy wings can be a fun and creative activity for kids or adults, and there are a few different methods you can use to create these magical wings. Here’s a simple tutorial for making iridescent fairy wings using materials you can find around the house:

Materials needed:

• Plastic takeaway packaging
• Scissors
• Glue
• Acrylic paint (in iridescent or metallic colors)
• Clear plastic wrap
• Optional: glitter, sequins, or other decorative items

Instructions:

1. Begin by cutting out the shape of the wings from a firm clear plastic, I like to recycle takeaway containers. Clear lids of gift boxes also work well. You can use a template or draw your own design.
2. Once you have the shape of the wings cut out, use glitter glue to coat the entire wing as the base color This will give the wings a shimmering, iridescent effect.
3. Once the glue has dried, use acrylic paint to add color and detail to the wings. You can use iridescent or metallic paints for a more realistic effect, or you can mix and match different colors to create your own unique look.
4. If desired, you can also add glitter, sequins, or other decorative items to the wings to give them an extra touch of sparkle and shine.
5. Once the paint and decorations have dried, your iridescent fairy wings are ready to use.

With a little bit of creativity and some basic craft materials, you can create your own beautiful and unique iridescent fairy wings. Whether you’re dressing up for a costume party or just want to add a touch of magic to your everyday life, these shimmering wings are sure to delight and inspire.

These wings are easy to make and can be adapted for Christmas angel wings and fairy wings too. I think these DIY wings would love adorable on Christmas angels just with changing the shape of the design.