Wing making can be fun and whimsical.The sky is the limit for themes ranging from Fairies to Dragons! These same steps can apply to many projects.Though I have free- handed my wing sketch, you could trace any design.
I hope the following information will be helpful. Please feel free to ask questions in the "Comment" section.
DRAGON WINGS:
Supplies:
Paper, pen or pencil, scissors, Sta Flo liquid starch.
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I start with an original sketch on a piece of paper. Cut it out. Any type of newsprint, copier paper or even card stock will do. These should be cut out in duplicate. I am only showing one for demonstration purposes.
Process:
I apply one layer of paper strips that have been torn and lightly dipped into liquid starch. I continue to follow the outline of the wing by adding twisted paper strands as structural support at wing points and upper inside curve, as well as upper wing curve and tab (where it attaches).
The strands are covered using the paper strip process. Repeat this process until the wing is entirely covered by one layer of these overlapping strips.
Further images and applications can be found at the following link:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/190254494
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Note: Repeat this process with the other wing. Allow to
dry. Paint in your choice of colors.
Fairy wings can similarly be constructed but with different design variations that are not as harsh.
