Sisal has long been used successfully in floristicsat drawing up and registration of bouquets, and recently becomes more and more popular material for creation of hand-made articles in various directions of applied creativity. It is often used in the manufacture of toys, interior decorations, all kinds of souvenirs. In this article, we would like to share with you an interesting master class on making a bright and stylish topiary using the sisal material.
Such a "tree of happiness" is great fordecorating any interior, because it creates a special comfort and a warm and pleasant atmosphere in the house. Topiary of sisal, a natural material made from agave fibers, looks truly fabulous! So, let's start creating this charming craft.
We make a beautiful topiary from sisal. What will it take to work?
In order to create an unusual and charming "tree of happiness", you will need to purchase some tools and materials, including:
- ball (10 cm diameter) of foam;
- sisal;
- gypsum;
- foam for the base;
- sprig for the trunk;
- ribbon for decorating branches;
- decorative elements (birds, butterflies, ladybirds, artificial flowers and leaves, artificial berries and fruits);
- pot;
- glue gun.
Do topiary yourself from sisal begin withpot preparation. We take the prepared container and place the foam in it, filling the container by about half. This is done to lighten the weight of the product and save the gypsum slurry. Carefully insert a branch into the foam. We make a plaster solution and pour it into the pot so that we can securely fix the snag. After leaving the billet alone for 12 hours, giving the plaster to grab well. Take the ball of foam and place it on a stick, gently piercing it. To better fasten parts use glue. Everything, our design is ready, it is possible to start its decorative registration.
We decorate sisal topiary
To design the trunk of our tree useribbon or strip of beautiful fabric. Glue one edge of the segment from the bottom, at the base of the trunk, we wrap a branch and fix the other edge of the tape on top. Now proceed to decorate the crown of the tree. We roll balls (4 cm in diameter) made of sisal and glue them with a glue gun to the foam plastic blank. We place them tightly enough so that in the crown there are no ugly gaps. Topiary from sisal (photo in the article provided) can be made in one color or be multi-colored.
It is advisable to select consumables, includingincluding ribbons, sisal, bows and other attributes so that they are harmoniously combined with each other. After drying, the crafts can only be decorated with beautiful flowers, butterflies, leaves, ladybirds and other decorative elements prepared in advance. Also, if you wish, you can draw a pot and ground under topiary with the help of sisal. All your "tree of happiness" is ready! Now you know how to make a charming topiary with your own hands. From sisal it turns out very beautiful, magnificent krone, and besides, it is simple and convenient to work with this material. If you like to create interesting crafts, we advise you to try to use this material. We hope that you liked our master class, and you will take some advice on yourself. Creative success!
