Colorful Chromatography Coffee Filter Butterflies: Easy Fun!

Chromatography Coffee Filter Butterflies — Colorful Craft Meets Simple Science!

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Course: All recipes

Keyword: Butterflies, Chromatography, Coffee Filter, Craft, kids, science

Prep Time: 10

Drying Time: 30

Total Time: 40

Servings: butterflies

Equipment

Spray Bottle
Protective Covering

Ingredients

For the Butterflies

5 pieces White Coffee Filters These serve as the canvas for your vibrant creations.
4 pieces Washable Markers Bright, bold colors are key; encourage kids to make unique patterns!
1 cup Water Essential for blending colors.
2 pieces Pipe Cleaners Use vibrant colors for butterfly bodies and antennae.
1 package Googly Eyes Optional; need glue for attachment.
1 bottle Glue Optional; helps secure googly eyes.

Instructions

How to Make Chromatography Coffee Filter Butterflies

Prepare Work Area: Lay down a protective covering like old newspaper or a tablecloth to keep your space clean from any ink stains.
Color Filters: Hand your child some washable markers and let them unleash their creativity on the white coffee filters.
Spray Water: Lightly spray or drop water onto the colored filters and watch as the colors spread and blend together.
Shape Butterflies: Once the filters are dry, pinch the center and secure it with a pipe cleaner.
Add Features: If using, glue on the googly eyes to bring your butterflies to life.
Display and Discuss: Show off your colorful creations and discuss the science behind how colors moved through water.

Notes

Encourage kids to experiment with colors and patterns for unique effects. Storage tips include keeping colored filters in an airtight container in the fridge and freezing uncolored filters for later use.

Nutrition

Serving: 1butterfly