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No Sew Bird Wings Costume

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Just wing it! Flap to this DIY Halloween costume for kids & create upcycled cardboard bird wings.

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Craft by CIY Staff

Steps:

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1 Sketch 2 large wings on cardboard. Sketch 4 rectangles on cardboard approximately 12”H x 2”W. Cut out.

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2 Cover wings and rectangles with paint. Dry 1–2 hours and flip over.

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3 Cover wings and rectangles with paint. Dry 1–2 hours. Add second coat. Dry 1–2 hours.

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4 Sketch and cut out Bright Pop cardstock feathers. Add detail by cutting small slits along edges.

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5 Sketch feathers on construction paper and add details with broad line markers. Cut out.

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6 Sketch feathers on Vivid Colors cardstock and add details with metallic markers. Cut out.

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7 Glue feathers to sides of wings with 2 coats of paint. Dry 1–2 hours and flip over.

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8 Have an adult hot glue cardboard 2 rectangles to back of each wing, gently bending to create arm loops. Let cool 30 minutes.

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9 Slide arms through loops and flap around in your new costume!

CIY Staff Tips:

  • For this DIY craft, we recommend covering surfaces and protecting clothing.

  • This project uses a hot glue gun. Adult assistance required.

  • Sizes of wings and rectangles may vary. We recommend measuring around the arm and arm length for guidance!

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