So let's get started. For our flower we will need:
First you need to make circles:
Our fabric is heavy, there is a back side and a front side.
We draw circles on the reverse side, you can even draw with a pen.
So, cut out the circles and lay them according to size.
Now we take a candle, light it and singe the edges of each circle. Just be careful. We need to scorch so that the matter does not roll up.
Take a circle and fold it in half, as shown in the picture.
We take a needle and thread and thread it along the singed ends.
Since our fabric is heavy, the petal will not tighten much, but you still need to pull it as much as possible. So we make all the petals.
We need to fold all the petals in one direction, my folded edge faces to the right.
When all the petals of the same size are pierced with thread, we need to sew the first petal with a needle, making a flower.
Now that all the petals are ready, put them in a pile.
Place a smaller one on the first large flower, smearing the inner bottom with glue.
We try to make all the petals in a checkerboard pattern.
There are times when you want to change something in the house, you are bored with the furniture, curtains, wallpaper. Don't rush to make repairs. Windows and their decorative elements have the properties of the fastest “reincarnation”. But this does not mean that our advice is to change the curtains. They don't have to be changed either. You can simply update. And there are times when housewives are simply itching to make something, make something, or sew something with their own hands.
Bored room curtains can be given a fresh look in simple and effective ways: make flowers for curtains with your own hands. Now the windows will acquire a new attractive look and find a second life. You can make a flower that exists only in your head, or you can sew a realistic fabric one. We provide a selection of photos so that you can see how diverse these products are.
In order to make jewelry with your own hands, you can use our video containing sewing tips, and you can also use photo diagrams.
Perhaps, following all the videos and diagrams, you will not get what you saw in the photo. Indeed, to sew these elements together, you need some ingenuity and experience. But you can always dissolve them and competently try them a second time. Moreover, the consumables are not particularly wasted; you don’t even need to go to the store to get them. You can take any unnecessary scraps of fabric and create; if necessary, existing fabric can be dyed with improvised materials.
First, try to make the simplest sewing technique with your own hands. You will need a transparent tape 2-3 cm wide, scissors, a needle and thread to match the color of the fabric.
Once you have mastered this sewing technique, you can move on to more complex DIY options. Let's try to make the second option. For this we need a satin ribbon 1-2 cm wide, a lighter, threads, a needle and a bead.
The flower is ready! Several of these elements of different sizes, sewn by hand, can be arbitrarily placed on the curtain.
For another option we will need leftover fabric, thread, needle, pins.
Depending on how you shape the edges, the curtain flowers will resemble dahlias or carnations. You can sew such elements of rigid fabric with your own hands for ribbons intended for tying curtains.
And, of course, we can’t forget that you can make these decorative elements for curtains from organza. Cut the organza in the same way as in the previous version, but collect all the pieces with stitches over the edge. You will get sharp petals; they need to be pulled together with a thread so that the middle is visible as little as possible, so we do this in several rows. We sew a bead into the center, we get a beautiful and lush element reminiscent of a lotus.
If flowers made by yourself do not hold their shape well, they need to be treated with gelatin or starch.
For a solution with gelatin, add 3 teaspoons of gelatin to 200 ml of water and leave to infuse for an hour, then put in a water bath and heat, stirring constantly.
To make a starch solution, dilute a tablespoon of potato flour in 300 ml of cold water, pour the contents into 200 ml of boiling water and stir thoroughly. Strain the lumps through cheesecloth.
Have fun creating!
Fabric flowers are a great way to update the look of old curtains. Such products, easily made at home, will add elegance and sophistication to the window design. They look appropriate on any curtains - from light tulle curtains to luxuriously draped curtains made of thick fabrics.
This article provides a master class that will help you make fabric flowers with your own hands. You will learn how textile roses, daisies and spherical floral arrangements are made.
We turn the corners of the workpieces inward. For the first petal, we make the fold completely so that the lower edges touch, on the rest we leave a gap of 1-1.5 centimeters.
We cut the lower part of the workpieces using a soldering iron; if you don’t have one, use scissors and burn the cut of the fabric on the fire.
As a result, we receive rose blanks ready for assembly.
Similarly, we continue to increase the volume of the rose.
After gluing all the blanks together, you will get a medium-sized flower, which can be enlarged by adding additional petals.
Before hanging fabric flowers on or in a lush bow, this will give them a special elegance.
To make a flower from curtain fabric, you will need satin or organza in white, light green and yellow, as well as thick cardboard, which we use as the core of the chamomile.
The technology for making chamomile in the first stages is similar to the design of a rose. As blanks, we cut 17 squares of textiles measuring 5*5 cm (14 white and 3 light green).
In light green petals, the lower part is not removed, and the main cut is made diagonally.
To make a flower from fabric, you need to prepare a core, for which we use round cardboard covered with yellow fabric. We also make a paper circle for the base of the chamomile; it should be 2 times larger than the core. The base is covered with white textile.
Having prepared all the components, we begin to make flowers from fabric for curtains. To assemble the daisy we use silicone glue.
Glue the base to the back of the chamomile.
And glue the core into the center of the front side.
Such flowers made from DIY curtain material look great on light, airy organza or tulle curtains in kitchens and children's rooms...
To make a spherical composition, you will need to make flowers from fabric with your own hands in the amount of 20-25 pieces - use roses, the technology for creating which we discussed in the first part of the article.
We need a base - a foam ball blank, sold in all craft stores. The number of components used depends on the size of the ball - 25 roses are enough for a ball with a diameter of 10 cm.
For spherical decor, make flowers from materials of different shades; thanks to the contrasting variety of tones, the finished product will turn out very beautiful.
We fix a bracket in the foam blank (for hanging the ball) and secure it with silicone glue;
We thread a satin ribbon or regular thread into the bracket and tie its ends together;
Thread a satin ribbon into the bracket
The uniqueness of the image does not depend on the cost of the outfit, but on the exquisite little things that make it perfect. Organza flowers purchased or made with your own hands will be an ideal addition not only to wedding or evening dresses, but also to children's dresses.
Can be used as decoration for curtains, decorations for postcards and for many other small things. The use of these cute compositions depends only on your imagination. To make flowers, you need to understand how the fabric will lie in the finished product. First, let's look at the properties of fabric and types of organza.
Organza was previously made from silk, then from viscose. Modern manufacturers use polyester thread - the fabric is transparent and weightless, but at the same time rigid and holds its shape well.
This is ensured by tightly twisting two threads together, and depending on their thickness and color, different types of fabric are obtained:
Not every fabric is suitable for making flowers. For example, organza with embroidery is used to sew curtains or dresses. Matte and shiny plain fabrics are the most popular among needlewomen.
Shiny organza is a favorite material for flowers on bows,
hair decorations and brooches
Spectacular flowers for bright outfits are made from coated organza.
Sprayed organza looks festive, and flowers made from this fabric would be appropriate in a bride’s outfit
For romantic looks, fancy flowers made of gradient organza, chameleon or patterned fabrics are suitable.
Gradient organza is great for fantasy looks
Organza chameleon - for complex, iridescent colors
Gradient colored ribbon produces charming flowers that can be used to create bouquets, including embroidered ones.
A cute summer look will be complemented by a patterned organza flower.
It’s easy to create organza flowers with your own hands – the main thing is to know the basic techniques. For this purpose, Krestik has prepared a review of simple master classes.
The creation of any, even the most exquisite, flower or complex composition begins with preparing the parts and connecting them in a certain sequence. Needlewomen have come up with several techniques that help create floral masterpieces:
It is easier for beginners to master the technique using heat treatment of petals, while experienced craftswomen create their masterpieces using several techniques.
This technique is called silk floristry or Japanese technique. The ancient art of creating flowers from silk came from Japan. However, it is also applicable to other fabrics: viscose, cambric, organza. To make flowers you will need a soldering iron and a set of special brass tools on a handle. It includes round balls of various diameters - boules, as well as smoothers, knives, heels, hooks, dies and special tools for chrysanthemums, lilies of the valley and fantasy flowers.
The petals are cut out according to the pattern, starched or kept in gelatin and dried - due to this, the edges will not fray, and the petal will keep its shape.
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To give natural bends, the blank petal is placed on a special pad and passed over it with a hot tool. Then a flower is assembled from the finished petals on a thread.
MK on making flowers using Japanese technique:
Preparing the petals is similar to the classical method: you need to cut the blanks exactly according to the template.
To prevent the edges from fraying and fraying, they must be processed. This will require a candle. Since organza is made of synthetic fabric, it does not burn, but melts. This is simplicity and complexity at the same time: the petal easily takes on the required shape, but it must be melted carefully, otherwise you can ruin the workpiece by melting the excess. The peculiarity of the melted edge of organza is a rounded edge of a darker shade. Thanks to her, the petals look especially charming.
The flower is assembled onto a thread, and the core is decorated with beads, beads, and sequins.
The flower will look more organic if the petals are not connected directly in the middle, but each one is moved a little.
This technique is universal because it allows you to make flowers both from blanks cut from fabric and to use organza ribbons. The point is that each petal is a fabric folded many times. Individual elements can be fixed with a thread or the edges can be melted over a flame, thus gluing them together.
The technique is most suitable for creating small flowers intended for decoration, photo frames, cards, decorating gift boxes and for implementing countless creative ideas.
Instructions for making organza flowers using the Kanzashi technique:
This technique is the first step in and an excellent option for beginning craftswomen. The organza ribbon has an edge, so the petals look neat, and only the edge needs to be treated with fire. The width and length of the ribbon depends on the intended size of the flower. Creating flowers using this technique is an excellent option for joint creativity with children.
In the techniques discussed above, the edges of the petals are subjected only to heat treatment. You can add chic with a special finish instead of melting or on top of it. This flower will become an exquisite decoration for a wedding bouquet or a delicate decoration for clothing. Let's learn how to create elegant flowers from organza, and the master class will help us with this.
For making this type of flowers, organza is an ideal option, since it is quite rigid and will withstand the load of glitter or small beads glued to the petals.
To make flowers we will need:
First step. Cut out petals according to the template. The required quantity and size depend on your idea. For a delicate cup stand, two petals are enough.
Second step. Gently coat the edges of the petals with transparent glue, sprinkle them with glitter and dry.
If you are creating a flower to decorate clothes, then it is still better to melt the edges over a candle - this will prevent the threads from fraying, and then decorate with glitter.
Third step. Using a thread to match the fabric, sew large stitches into the middle of the petal. When pulled together, folds are formed that need to be secured with additional stitches. If you are making a napkin for a cup, you just need to slightly tighten the folds and then straighten them, giving the flower some airiness.
If you are new to flower making, first practice on scraps to select the appropriate fold size.
Fourth step. Connect the finished petals into a flower with a needle and thread. The middle can also be decorated with glitter or beads. The finished flower head is glued to a wire or a wooden stick, which, if desired, is decorated with floral tape.
Here you will find the original of this master class, from which you can download the part templates!
More sophisticated and interesting flowers are more difficult to make, but carefully following the step-by-step instructions will help you cope with the task!
Master class on creating a dahlia from organza:
Master class on creating organza lilies:
As a rule, fabric flowers serve as decoration for wedding and evening dresses, hats, clutches, romantic or in the form. But mini-compositions have a special charm.
Used to decorate the groom's suit, and individual small flowers make excellent decor or photo frames.
An accordion is assembled from a strip of organza onto a thread and a needle. Then a crown is cut out of felt.
Using transparent glue (or thread), the crown is fastened into a ring and sits in the center of the organza skirt.
The final decor is optional: beads, lace, sparkles, pendants. The crown can be attached either to a hairpin or a clip-on clip. Your little one will be delighted!
Decorating wedding dresses is a limitless field for imagination. You can use large beads and a narrow organza ribbon to crochet a necklace or bracelet.
Organza is a great material for creating delicate, elegant or chic and catchy flowers. A variety of techniques will allow even novice craftswomen to create masterpieces.
Tulle flowers are a decoration that can visually transform any, even the simplest curtains. Such products add elegance to the curtain and make it truly unique, since what you make yourself cannot be bought in any store.
Curtain decor
From this article you will learn how to make flowers from old tulle with your own hands. We will look in detail at the sequence of steps for making roses, asters and lotuses, and also find out where such decor can be used.
To make flowers from tulle, fabric of any shade is suitable, but we recommend using milky white textiles and coloring them during the creative process with batik paints or acrylic paint.
This way you will get a soft transition of tones, visually bringing the handicraft closer to a living flower.
The technology for coloring tulle petals for any craft is the same:
To make flowers from tulle for curtains with your own hands, prepare in advance all the necessary tools and materials:
We have sorted out the preparatory stage - we begin to make crafts from tulle with our own hands.
To make a lotus from tulle, we also need a piece of felt fabric, which we use as a dense base for the petals.
Sequence of making textile lotus:
On thick cardboard we draw the dome-shaped outlines of a large and small petal - this is the blank on which we will cut out the tulle.
If you are making a flower for the first time, stick to the specified dimensions - in the future, as you gain experience, you can experiment with the dimensions of the products at your discretion.
We lay the blanks on the tulle
We lay the tulle on a hard surface, place the blank on it and cut out the petals using a fabric soldering iron. In this case, we make the lower cut oblique; we will need an additional section for sewing the petal to the base.
Cutting out the petals
Trimming the bottom outline
We need 24 large and 6 small petals.
Cut out 3 even strips of tulle measuring 40*5 mm
Cut out 3 straight strips
We give the petals a shape - squeeze the workpiece in the middle with your finger so that the edges of the corner cut meet, fix the petal with pliers and, using a soldering iron or a drop of glue, secure the upper parts of the petal at the point of contact.
Let's take a blank
Squeeze in the middle with your finger
Fix the petal with pliers
Finished petals
We cut out a circle with a diameter of 5 cm from felt fabric and begin to sew lotus petals to it.
Cut a circle with a diameter of 5 cm from felt fabric
The first three layers are large petals (8 pieces on each), the last are small (6 pieces).
The first three layers are large petals
Place each subsequent layer on top of each other so that the petals are placed closer to the center of the lotus.
Place each subsequent layer on top of each other
We decorate the middle of the flower with beads.
We decorate the middle with beads
We attach a bead on each side of the ribbons we have prepared and sew them to the underside of the lotus
Sew ribbons with beads to the wrong side
That's all - the beautiful homemade lotus is ready.
Ready flower
You can make an aster from old tulle using tulle, which is used as a rigid backing for the petals, making the flower voluminous and expressive.
We will need four rectangular pieces of tulle of similar size (40*25 cm) and 2 pieces of tulle fabric.
Fabric for flower
We cut out the required pieces of fabric and lay them on top of each other: tulle on top, tulle below. Next, we assemble the textiles into an accordion with a distance between folds of 2 cm.
Having assembled the accordion, we bend it in the center and secure it with a thin rope.
Assembling an accordion
We process each fold of the workpiece with scissors - we cut it at an angle so that the aster takes on an interesting shape.
Fold in the center
Cutting at the corners
All that remains is to form a full-fledged flower from the blank - straighten the tulle around the circumference so that the aster gets a round shape. At the same time, the folds will disperse and become less dense.
We straighten the tulle around the circumference
Tulle holds its shape well, so you shouldn’t have any problems with this. Next, lift the tulle layer up.
Raise the tulle layer up
We form neat petals, evenly distributing the tulle around the circumference of the aster.
Forming neat petals
If the tulle is poorly fixed in a given position closer to the base of the flower, secure it with a drop of glue.
Ready flower
To make an aster from tulle with your own hands, you don’t need a lot of time and effort - it’s an easy-to-make flower, which, at the same time, looks very beautiful.
DIY organza roses are also not difficult to make. We recommend using thick organza as it holds its shape and lends itself better to drape.
First of all, you will need to cut square blanks for petals measuring 3-4 cm.
Cut out round petals
We process each petal with a soldering iron or burn it on a candle so that it does not fray over time. Do this carefully, removing the fabric from the fire immediately after its edges begin to melt.
We tighten the first petal and fix it with a stitch at the bottom
We cover the first petal with the next blank and secure them with a thread to each other.
We fix the second and first
In the same way, we continue to increase the volume of the rose until it becomes quite lush.
We continue to increase the volume
The result is an elegant flower that closely resembles a real rose.
Ready rose
Such floral products, which can be sewn from old organza, are a real work of art. Use them to decorate curtains, lambrequins, tulle curtains - even simple tulle with homemade flowers looks incomparably better than the most expensive store-bought items.
Also, homemade flowers can be used as decoration for clothes - sew a rose to a jacket or skirt and the old thing will sparkle with new colors. Such crafts also look great as independent accessories - decorate them with a brooch, a hair hoop or a hairpin.
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Interior decoration is another area of application for homemade floristry. Form full-fledged bouquets from textile flowers, decorate pillows, upholstered furniture with them, make paintings and design compositions.
