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- Cut the ends off two polystyrene ovals then glue them together to make a body shape.
- Paint the body with two coats of brightly coloured acrylic paint and leave to dry. (pic a)
- Cut a pipe cleaner into six pieces and bend each bit at the end to make tiny feet. Make six holes in the underside of the body using a pencil and glue the legs in place. (pic b)
- Cut two matching wing shapes from coloured foam, making sure you leave a 5mm tab to fix into the body. Cut thin strips of white foam and glue onto the wings to look like veins. (pic c)
- Cut two slots in the top of the insect’s body where the wings will sit. If necessary scoop out any pieces of polystyrene to make a clear slot.
- Dab some PVA glue into the slots and push the wing tabs into place. Add a pair of wiggle-eyes to bring your bug to life. Why not make several so you have your own squadron? (pic d)
Categories Summer
by Lucy:
On May 30, 2010 at 12:02 pm
This is great! I can’t wait to try it out!