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Chromatography Coffee Filter Butterflies — Colorful Craft Meets Simple Science! - Savory Splash

Create Colorful Chromatography Coffee Filter Butterflies Fun!

Course: DIY
Keyword: Chromatography Coffee Filter Butterflies, colorful craft, educational activity, Hands-On Learning, Kids Craft, simple science
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Drying Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 1 craft
Chromatography Coffee Filter Butterflies — Colorful Craft Meets Simple Science! A creative and educational craft experience for kids.
Print Recipe

Equipment

  • spray bottle
  • dropper

Ingredients

For the Butterflies

  • 1 pack White Coffee Filters Standard size works best
  • 12 markers Washable Markers Use various bright colors
  • 1 bottle Water For blending colors

For the Butterfly Bodies

  • 2 Pipe Cleaners Choose colors that inspire your child's imagination
  • optional Googly Eyes Add for personality
  • optional bottle Glue For attaching googly eyes

Instructions

How to Make Chromatography Coffee Filter Butterflies

  • Color the Filters: Begin by using washable markers to create vibrant patterns on the white coffee filters.
  • Blend the Colors: Spray or gently drop water onto the colored filters and watch the colors blend.
  • Shape the Butterfly: Pinch the center of each filter to gather it into a butterfly shape.
  • Attach the Body: Twist a pipe cleaner around the center of the gathered filters.
  • Add Personality: Use glue to attach googly eyes for extra charm.

Notes

Consider experimenting with different shapes and sizes of coffee filters for unique butterfly designs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1craft