Butterfly craft shape – plywood cutout, 5–40 cm

The birthday table is set and the money gift is ready – but a homemade detail is still missing. This wooden butterfly is made for exactly that. It's an untreated plywood cutout. You can paint it, stick things on it or simply use it in its natural state. A plain piece of wood becomes a decoration that looks as if it was made just for this occasion.

What changes for you

• You can style your décor exactly the way you like – because the wood is untreated and can be painted, decorated, coated or oiled.
• You'll find the right size for every idea, from a tiny butterfly for table scatter to a large wall feature – thanks to sizes you can choose freely from 5 to 40 cm in 1 cm steps.
• You can get started straight away, even when crafting with children – because the edges are laser-cut and smooth, and there's no cutting to do.
• The typical brown laser edge frames the shape neatly. It gives your design a clear outline from the start.
• You're holding a genuine piece of handcraft. It's made in Bütic's own production in Pößneck, Thuringia.

Why this wooden butterfly makes a difference every day

In the window, on a present or as part of your spring decorations: a butterfly brings a sense of lightness to a room without being overpowering. Because you decide how it looks, it suits any style – brightly painted in a child's bedroom, understated in natural tones in the living room. The result is decor that doesn't look mass-produced, but looks like you.

Material & finish

The cutout is made from 3 mm plywood and laser-cut – giving it a clean outline with smooth edges and the characteristic brown rim. The wood is left in its natural state, not varnished or glazed, so it takes paint, glue or oil really well. As a purely natural material, every piece has its own grain: brightness and texture vary slightly, and small knots may appear. This isn't a flaw – it makes every butterfly one of a kind.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: plywood, untreated (not varnished or glazed)
• Material thickness: 3 mm
• Shape: butterfly
• Size: choose from 5 cm to 40 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Cut: laser-cut, smooth edges with the typical brown laser edge
• Finish: clean, quality workmanship
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use your butterfly

• Crafting with the kids at the weekend: out come the brushes, paints on the table – and at the end, a self-designed butterfly hangs proudly in the bedroom window.
• For money gifts: a little butterfly on the envelope or tucked into the gift – and a banknote becomes a lovingly presented present.
• For christenings, First Communions or weddings: add a name and the cutout becomes a place card or a favour that guests will happily take home.
• In spring: combine several sizes on the wall or in the window – and the room instantly feels brighter and more cheerful.
• In a café, a bakery or at a market stall: painted butterflies on the counter or shop window show the change of the seasons. They're quick to put up, so changing your decorations takes little effort.
• In model making: as an embellishment or component – thanks to the even 3 mm thickness, the cutout glues neatly.

Good to know about the butterfly

The butterfly has long been a symbol of transformation and new beginnings – from humble origins to beauty fully unfolded. That's why the motif is a particularly lovely fit for christenings, First Communions, weddings or starting school, and just as well for spring decorations, when everything outside is starting afresh.

Care & durability

There isn't much you need to do. Keep it dry and protect it from constant moisture. Then the untreated wood will keep its natural look for a long time. Would you like to use the butterfly outdoors? Give it a protective coat of paint or a layer of oil first. The wood is not sealed when it leaves us.

Options & what's included

• Size of your choice: 5 cm to 40 cm, in 1 cm steps
• Contents: 1 butterfly cutout in the size of your choice
• Paints, ribbons and other decorations shown in the product images are not included

Frequently asked questions

Is the wood treated? No, the cutout is left natural – neither varnished nor glazed. That way it takes paints, glazes, oil and glue really well.

Can I paint the butterfly? Yes, that's exactly what it's for. Acrylic and craft paints, pens or decoupage – everything holds reliably on the untreated plywood.

Where does the brown edge come from? The cutout is laser-cut. This creates the typical brown edge that neatly highlights the outline – the edges are smooth.

Why does my butterfly look different from the picture? Wood is a natural material: brightness, grain and small knots vary from piece to piece. That makes every cutout one of a kind.

Is the cutout suitable for outdoor use? Untreated, it belongs indoors. With a protective coat, you can use it outdoors too.

In the end, it's not about a piece of plywood. It's about the moment someone unwraps the gift you designed yourself and realises: someone came up with this just for me. Simply choose your size – you design the rest.