Monarch Butterfly Spreading Class - Sep. 28th 11:15a - 12:15p

Monarch Butterfly Spreading & Pinning Class

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to relax, spread, and pin your own Monarch butterfly using approachable, museum-style techniques. We’ll walk through specimen preparation, wing positioning, setting angles, and drying/curing so you feel confident creating framed pieces at home. By the end, you’ll have a beautifully spread Monarch on a board to finish drying, plus the know-how to frame future specimens.

What to Expect

• Brief intro to anatomy, tools, and best practices
• Demonstration of relaxing (rehydration) and safe handling
• Guided, step-by-step spreading & pinning of your Monarch
• Tips for drying/curing (24–48 hrs) and long-term preservation
• How to mount in a frame with clean, gallery-ready presentation

Supplies Provided (Included)

• Rehydration chamber setup & demo
• One Monarch specimen
• Forceps, insect pins, and a spreading board (yours to take home)

Optional Add-Ons (Purchase at Class)

• Properly sized frames with backing and adhesive/glue
• Additional mixed butterfly specimens

Skill Level

Beginner-friendly; no prior experience required.

Details

Date & Time: Sunday, September, 28, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Location: The Artisan Shop & Studio – The Promenade Shops at Centerra, Loveland, CO
Price: $50 per participant (frame upgrades available)
Ages: 13+