| Creating a set of beautiful fairy wings is an enjoyable | | | | middle of each set-up and twist the wings while holding |
| and simple project since the steps are very simple and | | | | the end portion of the nylon. |
| easy to follow in order to create a pair of wings. It is | | | | You can secure it to one of the wires or just tighten |
| considered as a vital addition to any dress-up box of | | | | the nylons to the middle until the 2 pairs of wings are |
| any young girl. | | | | secure. Place velvet on the center with glue. Place the |
| MATERIALS NEEDED IN CREATING FAIRY WINGS | | | | seam of glue behind your back to hide it. Paint your |
| The materials needed are craft wire, a pair of | | | | wings with the color that you want and use glitter to |
| pantyhose, duct tape, sewing needle, wire hanger, | | | | enhance its look. |
| elastic, scissors, thread, wire cutter, ribbons, feathers | | | | Use stretchable hair bands to create the shoulder |
| (optional), sequins, fabric and glitter. | | | | bands. It is advisable to place the band on the velvet |
| STEPS IN MAKING FAIRY WINGS | | | | portion of the set-up so that you can hide the seam. |
| Use four wire hangers. It is advisable to choose | | | | Create a knot in the bond to make a loop and then |
| coated hangers because this type of hanger is easier | | | | place it both the upper and lower part of the right wing. |
| to mold compared with the traditional one. You can | | | | If possible, stretch the knot through the middle. This is a |
| also ask the dry cleaners in your community if they | | | | good way to place the bands without sewing them. |
| can give you the used hangers for free. | | | | You can use feathers if you want to have angel |
| You can use beading wire if you are creating smaller | | | | wings. Place each feather one at a time with glue. |
| wings-sixteen gauge or smaller. Begin with a pair of | | | | Remember to place feather at both sides of the |
| hangers. Carefully snip the hook where the wire spiral | | | | set-up. |
| begins. Then twist the spiral portion to the right of the | | | | You can place superglue along the outer portions of |
| first hanger and then on the 2nd hanger to the left. | | | | your masterpiece where the wire meets the house to |
| Overlap the two twisted portions. Use pliers for this | | | | avoid it from snagging easily. You can also use starch |
| purpose. | | | | or a sealant for this purpose. You now have pair of |
| Use duct tape to bind the two portions together. Use | | | | wings that your younger sister or daughter can use |
| the same process with the remaining hangers. Shape | | | | while playing dress-up. |
| the hangers into the shape of wing that you want. You | | | | ADDITIONAL TIPS |
| can look online for wing pictures that you can use as | | | | Remember to plan ahead before doing this project like |
| your reference. | | | | preparing all of the materials that you will need so that |
| Secure the pairs of wings with duct tape. You now | | | | you can use your time wisely. You also have to wear |
| have four wings. Use two pairs of panty hose. You | | | | safety goggles especially when painting the wings to |
| can acquire them at department stores or pharmacies. | | | | avoid any unnecessary accidents. |
| Fit each sock over the wings. Carefully place it to the | | | | |