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Sunday, May 15, 2011

Fantasy Film Butterfly

A few months ago I took a class at the Glitter Art Institute in Cottonwood Arizona.  In the class I learned how to make a butterfly using wire and Fantasy Film.  

Fantasy Film is a translucent iridescent film that comes in several colors.  The technique involves creating a frame with wire and ironing layers of the film onto the frame.
The holes and irregular edges are made by burning the film with a candle.  The wispy white stuff is Fantasy Fiber which is shredded film.
The body is made of buttons and the antenna is made from fun wire.  I added beading to the wings and base of the body.
You can purchase Fantasy Film, glitter and other products on-line from the Glitter Art Institute.  The site also has on-line tutorials showcasing their glitter techniques.
 I have lots of ideas of how to use this technique so stay tuned.
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19 comments:

  1. Wendy AspinallMay 15, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    laura that is stunning..so beautiful . thanks for sharing the technique with us... Hugs wendy

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  2. lmpMay 15, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    That is incredible. :)))

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  3. NettyMay 15, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    Wow thats the best example I've seen using this medium. Great dramatic piece and so beautiful.

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  4. Elaine AMay 15, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Laura -

    I love how it sparkles. So very beautiful and so iridescent! Gorgeous job!

    Elaine Allen

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  5. UnknownMay 15, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    can't wait to see what you do with it..looks like fun! Beautiful butterfly!

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  6. bobbieMay 15, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    Breathtaking!!!

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  7. DanieleMay 15, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    O.M.G.....stunning
    hugs

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  8. Terri KahrsMay 15, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    Be still my heart!!! Your butterfly is stunning!!! Hugs, Terri

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  9. Silvia(Barnie)May 15, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Wow, such a fantastic butterfly.

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  10. AnnMay 15, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    so gorgeous!!
    a stunning piece!
    thanks for sharing this beauty!

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  11. annMay 15, 2011 at 2:13 PM

    Exquisite piece of art

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  12. AnonymousMay 15, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    Ditto ALL of the above.I can imagine these on a doll..looking forward to see how els you could use them.
    Thanks for your lovely Blog.

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  13. Gerri HerbstMay 15, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    simply breath taking!

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  14. SarahMay 15, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    I have never seen fantasy film look so good. Amazing!

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  15. MickiMay 15, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Wow, such a beautiful butterfly. Thanks for sharing with us.

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  16. JoanneMay 16, 2011 at 2:53 AM

    I have never seen fantasy film used in such an imaginative way and now can't wait for your ATCs.
    Hugs Joanne xx

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  17. AngieMay 16, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Laura, the wings are so gorgeous. I love the gossamer appearance, just like a real winged creature!

    Wishing you a wonderful week,
    Angie

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  18. CreateologyMay 16, 2011 at 9:52 PM

    Laura your butterfly is just gorgeous. The sheerness and irridescence and awesome uneven spaces and edges are truly amazing. I love your button body with the addition of beads. This is truly spectacular. Happy fantasy filming...

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  19. AnnetteDecember 18, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    How pretty, I didn't even know there was such an animals as Fantasy Film. Thanks for posting and pointing us that way. xo

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