Here is how to make a dragonfly from discarded materials.
This dragonfly is made from old license plates, chair leg and old keys.
You can even use an old hammer handle for the body.
We used a plasma cutter to cut out wings.
Next, you will lay the wings out.
Once you have the wings positioned,
drill holes through wings and part way through the body.
You will use two 1 inch wood screws per wing.
Once you have your holes drilled, you will need 1 inch wood screws to attach the wings to the body.
I attach a picture hanger using the top screw in the wing.
I used old keys we had lying around for the eyes.
Drill two holes in the top for antennas. I know dragonflies
do not have them but it makes them whimsical
Finished Product
8 Responses to Dragonfly Made From Discarded License Plates
Karen Young says:
You do wonderful work on all of your dragonflies and we have enjoyed ours that just happens to be a part of the old colvert sign you used for your coffee station. It’s been hanging on our front porch for almost a year and we’ve had a lot of compliments on it. Karen & Ray
Sabrina Collins says:
Hey there! How do you make sure the edges are not sharp? What are plasma cutters? I’ve never heard of them before.
Tina says:
Hi Sabrina, When we cut the wings with a plasma cutter, the wings are not sharp at all. Also, on the antique tile, my honey uses a standard cutting torch and the edges are not sharp either. not like taking shears. Probably has something to do with the heat.
Magdalena says:
Gorgeous!! Do you sell these? I would love to buy some if so 🙂
Tina says:
Hi Magdalena!
Yes, we do sell the license plate dragonflies. There is a shop button at the top and it will take you to our Etsy Store.
dee says:
I love these . I saw your post awhile back and finally came across some old fan blades in someones trash. How do I attach the wooden fan blades to a bed post? Screws?
Tina Burrows says:
Hi Dee!
You are correct I use 1″ wood screws to attach all my blades, wood or metal!!
dee says:
Thanks so much for the quick response.