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Start with one mirrored butterfly template and cut both wings from the same slab thickness, because the pair reads as flat stepped butterflies with a thin yellow outline and a narrow center body rather than as curved wing sculptures. Build the yellow silhouette first, inset the pink wing panels, then pierce the top center so the hook and chain sit above the body line instead of pulling one wing lower than the other.
A quick read on the clay method, surface finish, and effort level before you start gathering tools.
Dimensions, motif spacing, and step timing below are build-ready estimates inferred from the reference image and the listed technique. Verify measurements against your own setup before cutting or assembling.
Work in sequence so the form, thickness, surface detail, and finishing stay controlled from prep through bake.
Roll even yellow and pink sheets, then cut the full butterfly outline from yellow so the border is established first.
Trim the pink wing panels to fit inside that outline, leaving a narrow yellow edge and a clear body strip down the middle.
Mirror the second butterfly from the same template instead of freehanding the wing steps a second time.
Pierce the top hanging point above the center body line before baking so the chain drop sits between the wings.
Bake both butterflies flat on a tile, cool them fully, and clean the hole openings only if they tighten during cure.
Attach the silver fish hooks, short chain links, and jump rings after cure, then add gloss if you want a brighter arcade finish.
Metal findings like posts, hooks, and jump rings may contain nickel or other allergens. If you have sensitive skin, choose surgical steel or titanium findings and test any sealant or coating on a small area before wearing.
Start with the core build kit, then add optional finishing or hardware only if it fits the version you want to make.
Gives the wings the same saturated pink read as the reference pair.
Needed for the thin outer wing border and the bright center body strip.
Keeps both butterfly wings flat and even before you cut the stepped silhouette.
Helps both butterflies keep the same thickness so the pair stays balanced.
Best for trimming the stepped wing edges and the center notch cleanly.
Matches the hook-style top hardware shown in both images.
Creates the short drop between the hook and the butterfly body.
Lets you connect the hook, chain, and butterfly without stressing the top hole.
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Read the technique guides that matter most for building this piece, refining the finish, or avoiding the most common mistakes.
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Start with posts, glue, and cutters before you obsess over the silhouette. Those three decisions drive clean assembly and fewer failures.
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GlueMany makers reach for a two-part epoxy when they want slower setup time for post placement. Treat every adhesive as a test-first choice, especially if the clay, finding, finish, or prep routine changes.
PostsUse flat-pad posts with clear material specs when you want a common, easy-to-source assembly starting point. If you add titanium, verify the listing details and material spec before you position it as a separate hardware option.
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