How to Properly Make a Beautiful Set of Fairy Wings -

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Author:	freeinternetmedia
Title:	How to Properly Make a Beautiful Set of Fairy Wings
Article:	Creating a set of beautiful fairy wings is an enjoyable and simple project since the steps are very simple and easy to follow in order to create a pair of wings. It is considered as a vital addition to any dress-up box of any young girl. MATERIALS NEEDED IN CREATING FAIRY WINGS The materials needed are craft wire, a pair of pantyhose, duct tape, sewing needle, wire hanger, elastic, scissors, thread, wire cutter, ribbons, feathers (optional), sequins, fabric and glitter. STEPS IN MAKING FAIRY WINGS Use four wire hangers. It is advisable to choose coated hangers because this type of hanger is easier to mold compared with the traditional one. You can also ask the dry cleaners in your community if they can give you the used hangers for free. You can use beading wire if you are creating smaller wings-sixteen gauge or smaller. Begin with a pair of hangers. Carefully snip the hook where the wire spiral begins. Then twist the spiral portion to the right of the first hanger and then on the 2nd hanger to the left. Overlap the two twisted portions. Use pliers for this purpose. Use duct tape to bind the two portions together. Use the same process with the remaining hangers. Shape the hangers into the shape of wing that you want. You can look online for wing pictures that you can use as your reference. Secure the pairs of wings with duct tape. You now have four wings. Use two pairs of panty hose. You can acquire them at department stores or pharmacies. Fit each sock over the wings. Carefully place it to the middle of each set-up and twist the wings while holding the end portion of the nylon. You can secure it to one of the wires or just tighten the nylons to the middle until the 2 pairs of wings are secure. Place velvet on the center with glue. Place the seam of glue behind your back to hide it. Paint your wings with the color that you want and use glitter to enhance its look. Use stretchable hair bands to create the shoulder bands. It is advisable to place the band on the velvet portion of the set-up so that you can hide the seam. Create a knot in the bond to make a loop and then place it both the upper and lower part of the right wing. If possible, stretch the knot through the middle. This is a good way to place the bands without sewing them. You can use feathers if you want to have angel wings. Place each feather one at a time with glue. Remember to place feather at both sides of the set-up. You can place superglue along the outer portions of your masterpiece where the wire meets the house to avoid it from snagging easily. You can also use starch or a sealant for this purpose. You now have pair of wings that your younger sister or daughter can use while playing dress-up. ADDITIONAL TIPS Remember to plan ahead before doing this project like preparing all of the materials that you will need so that you can use your time wisely. You also have to wear safety goggles especially when painting the wings to avoid any unnecessary accidents. About the author of this article: please click these links if you want to know more about how to make fairy wings or how to make fairy wings in general. distributed by contentcrooner.com
Category:	Recreation: Outdoors
Date:	February 22, 2010 08:03:03 PM

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