Butterfly Craft Preschool Kids Will Love (With Pasta!)

The Perfect Table for This Butterfly Craft Preschool Activity

One of the best things about this butterfly craft is that it doesn’t need a fancy setup—but having the right table definitely helps. We used the 7 Days of Play foldable sensory table, and it made the whole process so much easier. The built-in bin was perfect for holding the uncooked pasta, paint trays, and rinse cup (and keeping the mess somewhat contained!). Plus, cleanup was a breeze. Once we were done, we just wiped everything down, folded the table up, and tucked it away until the next craft day. If you’re looking for a practical, kid-friendly workspace that can grow with your child, this table is a total win.

• White cardstock or construction paper (for final display)

• Glue

• Black marker or pen (for butterfly antennae and dotted lines)

• Optional: Egg carton to use as a paint tray

• Uncooked bowtie pasta (also called farfalle)

• Washable paint in a variety of colors

• Paintbrush

• Water cup for rinsing

• White cardstock or construction paper (for final display)

• Glue

• Black marker or pen (for butterfly antennae and dotted lines)

• Optional: Egg carton to use as a paint tray

Step 4

Once dry, help your child glue the painted pasta pieces onto a piece of cardstock.

Step 5

Use a black marker to draw little antennae on top and dotted “flight paths” for a whimsical finish.

Step 6

Optional: Add grass using real cut grass, green paper, or tissue strips!

Step 1

Set up your paint area. An egg carton works perfectly for holding different paint colors.

Step 2

Let your child paint each piece of bowtie pasta in any color or combo they want.

Step 3

Allow the pasta to dry completely. (Tip: You can speed things up with a fan.)

Step 4

Once dry, help your child glue the painted pasta pieces onto a piece of cardstock.

Step 5

Use a black marker to draw little antennae on top and dotted “flight paths” for a whimsical finish.

Step 6

Optional: Add grass using real cut grass, green paper, or tissue strips!

Why This Butterfly Craft Is a Preschool Win

This butterfly craft preschool kids can easily do on their own is more than just a cute art project—it’s also great for developing fine motor skills, encouraging creativity, and introducing basic color theory.

Plus, you probably already have everything you need at home. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this simple butterfly activity brings a little bit of joy, color, and hands-on learning to your day.

Expanding Your Creativity

Now that you’ve learned how to make pasta butterflies, here’s another way to embrace the beauty of butterflies. Consider trying out our printable butterfly template that allows you to design your own butterfly masterpiece!

Simply cut out the portions of the wings, add tape or sticky paper, and embellish with colorful flowers or other decorative elements to fill in where the wings should be.

This hands-on activity is not only enjoyable but also allows for endless possibilities in terms of design and personalization. Whether you’re crafting sun catcher wings or decorating a butterfly template, both activities are sure to spark joy and inspire your artistic spirit. So gather your supplies and let your imagination take flight!