Skomorokh is a famous and beloved character from childhood who always acts as such a ringleader at any children's party. That is why the costume of this character must be impeccable so that the enthusiastic glances of the little guests shone with memories for a long time
Let's try to make a medium-sized baby plaid crocheted from squares in the form of a straight line. Such work will be possible even for novice craftswomen
Every mother dreams of knitting a beautiful thing for her baby. After all, such products are always made with special love. Booties-sneakers are no exception, the knitting features of which we decided to talk about in this article
Colorful airy tulle pom-poms will become a beautiful element of decor. It is very easy to make them, and you can use them to decorate gifts, a festive table, a room, and even to decorate hairstyles, clothes and shoes
In the article, we will consider how to make a pirate hat out of paper, because this is the main attribute of the costume. You can buy a vest and black pants in the store, but you will have to create a headdress yourself. There are several options for its manufacture, we will figure out further how to make each of them step by step. The photos presented in the article will help you complete the work faster and compare the result with the samples
In the article, we will consider how to make an envelope for money out of paper in different ways. This is folding origami, picking up from individual parts and gluing the shape cut out according to the template. Particular attention should be paid to the design of a beautiful envelope, because even made with your own hands, but from plain A4 paper, the product will show your indifference to the person who invited you
In the article we will present to your attention some interesting ideas for making miniature houses with your own hands with step-by-step instructions and photos. You can use the samples in the article or come up with your own version that will fit perfectly into the interior of your home or garden
There are a huge variety of crochet blankets, as well as knitting styles for these warming bedspreads. Even the simplest patterns look interesting on rugs and are always associated with the stepfather's house, warmth and care. And we will try our hand at knitting a zigzag pattern
Packaging boxes are never thrown away by craftsmen, because this is a real storehouse for the realization of creative ideas. Dense corrugated cardboard holds its shape well, it is convenient to cut and glue it, giving the product the necessary configuration. The smooth top surface of the boxes is beautifully colored with paints or markers. If necessary, the details can be fastened with clerical brackets or even sewn with threads. What can be done out of the box, we will consider further in the article
A fairly easy way to decorate any room is to create a collage on the wall. There is nothing difficult in this matter, but you will have to stock up on time and patience. In order for the collage to fit well into the style of the room, you need to think over and buy the necessary details: frames, pictures, voluminous inscriptions, etc
With access to large quantities of wood waste, for example, from furniture production or a carpentry workshop, an enterprising owner wonders what can be made from sawdust. The answer will depend on how he wants to use them. In the presence of artistic talents, sawdust and shavings can be an excellent material for the realization of creative ideas. And if you have a private house, cottage or livestock farm, then wood waste will be an excellent help
Introducing a master class on creating berries from polymer clay. Let's look at the basics of crafting using raspberries as an example and create raspberry earrings that will be a great accessory. And then we will try to make strawberries and blueberries for a beautiful bracelet or pendant
Hanging curtains with fabric loops is becoming increasingly popular. Such products can be bought in the store, ordered at the studio or sewn with your own hands. Loops (pats) serve not only for hanging the curtains on the cornice, but also are an additional element of curtain decor
A child will be pleased to receive not only a gift for the holiday, but also an originally designed bouquet of toys and sweets. For girls now such surprises have become the norm. There are specially trained craftsmen who deal with such unusual packaging. But after reading our article, you will be convinced that creating a spectacular bouquet of sweets is not difficult at all, it is enough to purchase the necessary materials and have a desire to please your child
How to make a hair band? This question is often asked by girls with long hair. A variety of elastic bands are able to modify the hairstyle, they can be chosen both for everyday outfit and for an evening out. There are options for little girls and schoolgirls, and there are original products for adult ladies
Handmade products always attract special attention. Moreover, it does not matter at all where exactly they will be used. For example, a fabric flower can be turned into an elegant brooch, a decorative accessory, or even attached instead of a bow on a gift. It all depends on your imagination and preferences
Crochet patterns, the main element of which are flowers, have always been popular and loved by craftswomen. Simple crochet patterns, the patterns for which you will find in this article, can be used to knit sundresses, fishnet tops, and children's summer dresses. They are very easy to perform, and every needlewoman can handle them
Embroidery is considered one of the most popular embroidery techniques. It not only gives you the opportunity to relax in the process of work, but also allows you to create a unique picture. Cross stitch patterns for Teddy bears can be used both for creating pictures in the nursery and for making metrics. Small motifs can be used in applied embroidery
Paper folding is a learning activity. Children learn to memorize work patterns, the sequence of folding a sheet of paper. Let's start our acquaintance with origami according to the scheme with a simple fish. Having learned how to fold it correctly from paper of different sizes and colors, you can make a large colorful application for an exhibition in a kindergarten or elementary school
Different needlework techniques not only help relieve stress and switch to something new, but also thanks to the forms of expression you can create a real masterpiece. Outline embroidery is used for decoration and is often combined with other needlework techniques. The classic version includes the use of a minimum number of colors. Often these are monochrome works
A crochet triangle, just like a square or any other shape, can be done in several ways: from the corner, from the center of the bottom edge, just from the bottom edge and from the center of the triangle itself. With the help of crocheted triangles, you can create a lot of interesting, original and useful products: from small needle beds and pillow covers to scarves, scarves, shawls and outerwear
Felting a wool bag begins with the creation of a design. The master considers what it should be like and what kind of decorative elements will be present on it. Does it mean a valve, a metal clasp, handles made of wool or other material? All these details are worked out in advance when creating a sketch. There may be several sketches, depending on the number of ideas. If felting bags made of wool implies the presence of a pattern, you need to select the material to create it in advance
Situations are not rare when things purchased through online stores do not correspond to the declared sizes. If such an embarrassment has occurred, and the money has already been paid, then there is nothing else left but to give the new thing to the studio. But if you are at least a little friends with a needle and thread, then we suggest saving money and altering clothes with your own hands. In our article, we will consider an example of how to sew a shirt
In the article we will look at how to make a book with your own hands using paper and other materials. This product is suitable for both adults and children. Let's start with a children's educational book
In order to fix the necessary page when reading a book, you do not need to bend the corner of the book or leave it upside down. So you can only spoil the printed edition. It is best to use bookmarks for books. It's easy to make them with your own hands. This can be done even by children in kindergarten. There are many different ways to create such a necessary craft
Do-it-yourself furniture for dolls is easy to learn. You can use a variety of materials - foam and foam rubber, packaging corrugated cardboard and old boxes, plywood and fiberboard, ice cream sticks and newspaper tubes. How to make furniture for dolls with your own hands, read further in our article
On the eve of Valentine's Day, you should think about what original souvenirs you can please your loved ones. Consider several options for how to fold, glue or sew paper valentines
In the article, we will introduce the reader to how to make paper flowers with your own hands, what you need to purchase for work, how to create voluminous and large flowers that can decorate any room. Examples and step-by-step instructions for each sample are provided. After reading, you can first try to make the proposed options from colored paper, and then, knowing the basic principles of working with this material, come up with your own original flower
People believe in symbols and secret signs. Everyone wants to think that fate will be more favorable if gifts are made from time to time. And since it is difficult to thank something invisible and ask for help from something intangible, you can create a totem for yourself. How to make a money tree with your own hands? This will be discussed below
Kokoshnik is a traditional headdress of Russian women. The cost of the finished product is quite high, so for the daughter for the holiday, you can try to create it yourself. How to make a kokoshnik with your own hands, we will tell later in the article. Consider how to draw a template, make a pattern, wrap cardboard with a cloth and decorate a headdress in the best folk traditions
The life of the Slavs was filled with protective magic. In the house one could find many amulets made by one's own hands. They were created for every occasion, whether it was household chores, a wedding, an upcoming road or the birth of a child. This article discusses popular amulets, as well as the types and process of making amulets Slavic dolls