Dragons have long captured the imagination of humans, embodying both power and majesty. Their most iconic feature, the wings, symbolize their ability to soar through the skies. If you've ever dreamt of donning a dragon wings and embarking on your own mythical adventures, this dragon wings costume template and tutorial is for you!
From the enchanting pages of beloved books like "Wings of Fire" to the small screen with "How to Train Your Dragon," these mythical beings have left an indelible mark on us. Therefore, the ability to make the wings of these dragon costumes movable was of utmost importance. By simply pulling on the cords of the costume, everyone will be able to unfurl the wings and unleash their inner dragons, embarking on extraordinary adventures.
The dragon wings are made from cardboard and paper, which is a fantastic way to tap into your creativity while contributing to a sustainable future, by repurposing items that would otherwise be discarded.
If you're eager to discover more dragon costume ideas like the dragon mask feature in the above photo, you'll find all the details right here.
It's a fun and easy DIY project that can be enjoyed by all the family. With this downloadable template pattern, illustrated instructions and walk through video. You'll be creating your very own mythical dragon adventures in no time.
Cardboard and paper dragon wings costumes in two sizes
What you need:
- Dragon Wings Template
- Single walled cardboard
(The best cardboard for this build needs to be firm and stiff, 2-3 mm think cardboard that is not flimsy - remember thick cardboard doesnt mean it is firmer alot of the thinner cardboards are more strudy)
- Hot Glue gun https://amzn.to/3MlT9i9
- Hot Glue sticks https://amzn.to/3Xfe8rE
- Glue stick https://amzn.to/4e5yU45
- Hole puncher https://amzn.to/4e0VzhY
- 2 Ribbon/Heading Tape/Strapping at least 1-1.5 meter long. https://amzn.to/3Tb85DA
- Paper Straw (For Adult Wings) https://amzn.to/3Z3l2mx
- Printer and paper
- Stick Tac (Blue Tac) https://amzn.to/3yMtqMJ
- Craft Blade https://amzn.to/3X4Zsvb
- Scissors https://amzn.to/3ThKilj
- String or thick thread https://amzn.to/472eJSd
- 2 sheets of paper at least 60cmx100cm
(We use craft wrapping paper)
- 2 Paper Split pins at least 3cm long https://amzn.to/4g6Upn0
(other things you could use are teddy bear pin joints, paper binders for folders, - Chicago strews/Interscrews or even a nut a bolt)
The above affiliate links are to amazon products we currently use for making cardboard costumes. (they may differ from the video) but please use whatever is available, these are suggestions.
See how by using the pattern, cardboard and paper can be used to create this dragon costume where the wings opens and close on demand.
by Zygote Brown Designs