Materials needed: Cardboard, ostrich feathers, hot glue gun. Yup, that's it!
Step 1: The cardboard is going to be your handle and what holds the feathers in place. Cut the cardboard into the size and shape you want. Remember though, in this design the cardboard will be folded in half, so whatever shape you choose will need to match it on the other side and do not cut the cardboard in half. I chose a rectangle with rounded corners. Simple!
Step 2: Lay the feathers out on 1 side of the cardboard, in the order or pattern you want. You can use different colored feather and alternate them, get creative. I already have so many more ideas for new fans!
Step 3: Glue, glue, glue. Glue the feathers down into the cardboard to make sure they are nice and secure. I left all the feathers in place and glued them one by one.
Step 4: Fold the other half of the cardboard over the ends. I then put the glue gun tip in between the feathers and squirted some glue to seal the areas closed.Step 5: Decorate the handle. I painted my black (with nail polish) and hot glued crystals in a simple design. I actually recommend painting the inside cardboard too before you lay the feathers down. I think it will make it look more polished. I didn't realise this until I was done. Again, get creative here, used fabric or stencil, different colors, monogram them!
Step 6: Enjoy!
This is such a cost effective way to make very custom beautiful feather fans. You can use any kind of feathers, design, colors, there are so many possibilities. These look beautiful in pictures and on stage.
Have fun!!!!!
xoxo
Dangerous Delilah
