How to Make Faery Wings
Although there are many, many extremely talented wing makers out there it is always nice to have a go at making some yourself. An excellent starting point is Rosemilk’s ‘How to’ page (lots and lots of information here), and for those of you who like visual guides, watch the video above (in which Emilie Autumn makes a pair of wings using the nylon method for HGTV’s ‘Crafter’s Coat to Coast’). If you prefer cellophane wings there is a great tutorial on Jennifer Herbert’s Faery Muse site.
There are endless possibilities when it comes to making your own pair of wings. Have a go using the above construction methods, or experiment with different materials and techniques to form the basic wings. You can decorate your wings any way you want, the only limit is your imagination!
Have fun!
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Thank you so much for your tutorial. My granddaughter(9) and I are also true believers, we’ve seen them at the bottom of our garden and celebrate Litha (midsummer) with a fairy tea party every year. Your wings will enable all the participants to have their own wings this next year. Thanks so much. You are a cutie. Linda
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I tried coat hangers and I tried wire and panty hose. Nothing worked for me. The panty hose crushed my wire. You make it look so easy. I really need wings for my daughter next week. Please any specific details and/or advice would be great!
Thanks,
Kim
You need a thicker gauge wire – it makes it harder to bend into shape but gives it enough strength that the pantyhose doesn’t crush it.
Thank you! I used “Tall” size nylons. Should I be using something bigger? I tried stretching them out more and it just didn’t work.