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Since I've always lived by the "if you can't buy it, make it" motto I figured it would be an easy project. All you need are four things: aluminum cans, butterfly outlines, scissors, and patience. That last one can be more difficult to come by than the others.
Here's the process
Step 1: Cut out butterfly outlines. I used google images to find outlines of butterflies in different shapes and sizes. I like the variety.
Step 2: Cut down a can into one flat piece. Cutting down your can can be tricky (and dangerous so watch out for sharp edges)
Step 3: Trace outline on to can and cut out.
Step 4: Attach to wall. Since this is an outdoor arrangement I nailed them to the siding but you can use glue dots inside.
I like the different cans on the back but if you don't you can always spray paint the backs (and fronts) to be whatever color you want. I got 2 large or 4 small butterflies for each can so if you want a lot, start drinking!
By the end of my cutting I gave up on tracing out each butterfly and winged it (I know very punny). It meant for variation in the design which is nice. I plan to keep cutting cans as I drink them and add to the project as I go. (You can see the whole porch reveal here)
Cheers!
By the end of my cutting I gave up on tracing out each butterfly and winged it (I know very punny). It meant for variation in the design which is nice. I plan to keep cutting cans as I drink them and add to the project as I go. (You can see the whole porch reveal here)
Cheers!
Those are fun, Emily! With my luck, I would slice an artery, but yours were successful! ;) Thanks for the visit today. :)
ReplyDeleteOh I want to try these so badly! I'm terrified about trying to use that many sharp objects at once though haha I might just have to tuff it out, these are too cute.
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