Is there at least one representative of the fair sex who would have objections to jewelry? Probably not. After all, all women, girls and girls love to emphasize their beauty and create images using exquisite accessories. Now imagine that you yourself can create any decoration - your own, exclusive, ideal. Knowledge and skills in the kanzashi technique will help with this. Let's find out!

What is kanzashi

Surely, you already guessed that “kanzashi” is a Japanese word (by the way, representatives of the land of the rising sun insist on the pronunciation “kanzashi”) and its literal translation is not known (how similar it is to interesting and mysterious Japan!).

Thus, it is generally accepted that the word “kanzashi” is a composite of two: “kami” means hair and “sasu” means to stick. By adding two terms we get hair accessories. However, such a concept in the world of handicrafts would be too subjective, and the craftswomen decided that kanzashi is much broader, an entire movement of applied art, which involves the creation of unique beautiful jewelry from ribbons, beads and other things.

It is interesting to note that initially accessories using this technique were made by none other than geishas. An invariable attribute of their image, in addition to the chic silk kimonos, were also the unique exquisite flowers they made with their own hands, which strewn the entire head of the captivator of beauty. By the way, in Japan it was generally accepted that these jewelry were used not only for their intended purpose - as decoration, but also to protect their owner from evil spirits.

Nowadays, the kanzashi technique makes much more than beautiful things for hair: accessories for clothing items, interesting home decor elements, and more.

Flowers are the main element that underlies the kanzashi technique. They, in turn, can be anything in terms of variability and level of manufacturing complexity. Flower petals are usually made from ribbons; and they (petals) can be of different shapes:

• acute-angled;
• oval;
• round.

In addition to the petals, green leaves from the stem may appear along the edges of the flower using the kanzashi technique, as well as beads/pebbles in the center. You can also decorate such a decoration with rhinestones, sparkles and everything your imagination can do.

But products using the kanzashi technique are not limited to flowers. In addition to the fundamental element of this type of applied art, it is diversified by bows. Also, it’s a very interesting decoration and also quite relevant for mothers who create unusual images for their fashionable daughters.

The main thing is, when choosing what you will create using this technique, do not immediately choose complex products. Let the first kanzashi be simple and understandable, so it will be easier for you to master this art. And when you gain some experience in this craft, complicate the tasks - proceed to more interesting, but also difficult, products.

What is required for work

In order to work using the kanzashi technique, a needlewoman needs to purchase a certain set of necessary tools and materials. Specifically:

1. Ribbons. They must be of different colors (for creative flight). But as for their structure, here you can choose:

• satin ribbons. They are easy to use - easy to melt and cut. In addition, such material does not crumble, is not subject to deformation and at the same time perfectly holds its given shape.
• crepe satin ribbons. It is more difficult to work with them: despite the fact that it also does not deform, crepe-satin is quite fragile - when singed, there is a risk of burning the tape. And if you also choose a light shade for needlework, when used, dark marks may appear on it.
• nylon tapes. Very comfortable material: soft, wrinkle-free, pliable. You can choose.
• organza ribbons. It’s a difficult material because it’s quite hard and frays a lot, which means you need to work with it with skills and very carefully. Think carefully before choosing it.

1. Multi-colored threads.
2. Thin tailor's needles.
3. Ruler or measuring tape. Measuring as you go is inevitable, especially if you are a beginner.
4. Tailor's scissors. Good, high quality, comfortable.
5. Candle (or lighter). Yes, yes, kanzashi is a very interesting handicraft, even with its own tools! In fact, in the process of work you will need to singe the edges of the tape, fastening them together, and so that they do not crumble in the future. Work at this stage and with these tools very carefully, control the process to prevent the fabric from burning. By the way, a candle or lighter can be replaced with other tools: a soldering iron, a wood burner, a hairdressing curling iron, or simply heat scissors over the fire. In general, the choice is huge - choose what suits you best.
6. Glue. It is important to purchase special fabric glue. For example, “Moment Crystal”. By the way, it is very convenient to use it at work using a special glue gun. This, by the way, is also practical, because there will be no stains when applied.
7. Tweezers. Here, of course, variability is allowed: it’s easy and convenient to hold the petals of future flowers with tweezers, but some needlewomen do without it, pinching the parts with their fingers. You can try both options and settle on the more convenient one.
8. Decor (beads, rhinestones, sequins, beads, stones and more).
9. Hairspray (to fix the shape of the petals).
10. The basis. These could be hair bands, headbands, barrettes, hairpins - in a word, anything that needs to be decorated.

Master class: headband with a flower using the kanzashi technique

This master class is designed for beginners, so don't be afraid to try!

The list of things needed to make a flower includes:

• actually, the bezel (the most common one);
• satin ribbon (you choose the color yourself, but the width should be 3 cm);
• scissors;
• glue gun;
• lighter (candle);
• a large bead to decorate the center of the flower;
• rhinestones.

First of all, it is necessary to cut the ribbon into pieces 7 cm in size. The craftswoman is asked to choose the number of such pieces herself, based on how lush she sees the future flower. The only recommendation is to try not to overdo it; an excessively large flower on the rim will look ugly.

Then, with the wrong side facing in, fold one piece in half lengthwise. Cut one edge diagonally, pinch this area with tweezers and treat with a candle - the edges should be secured to each other.

Hold the petal with the front side facing you, bend the free edges from the bottom towards the center, grab them with tweezers and singe them too.

Do this procedure with all the remaining petals.

Now take scissors and cut out several circles from the tape (two or three pieces). Next, connect all these parts to each other, singe the cut edges with a candle. It is to the resulting blank that the flower petals are attached. We glue them (petals) with a special gun. When you make the second circle, try to arrange the petals so that their ends are between the ends of the lower petals.

We work according to this principle with each circle. Already in the last circle there will be no space left in the middle; we place a pebble or a decorative bead in it. The tips of the petals can be decorated with sparkles or rhinestones if desired. The accessory will look beautiful if you wrap the entire headband with tape (don’t forget to secure it around the edges with glue). And attach the kanzashi flower you made to the side (again, take a glue gun for this).

In order to make an elastic band with a bow for a little princess, purchase the following components:

• satin ribbon of the main color (choose one whose width is from one to one and a half cm);
• satin ribbon contrasting with the main color (the width should be half a centimeter);
• threads to match the ribbons;
• sewing needle;
• scrunchy;
• tailor's measuring tape or regular stationery ruler.

So, from a ribbon 1-1.5 cm wide, cut two pieces of 20 cm each. Next, fold both edges of the ribbon in the middle with the wrong side inward, let them overlap each other by half a centimeter. Now we sew these edges, but immediately sew them to the middle. Without cutting the thread, we sew another 20-centimeter segment using the same pattern. Pay attention to the seam pitch - the stitches should be neat and small. Then you need to make a couple of stitches along the edge - the thread will be in the middle of the front side.

We continue to work with a thinner tape (the one that is half a centimeter). We also cut off a piece of 20 cm from its total length. We sew it together, as in the previous case with a wide satin ribbon.

At the end of the work, tighten the working thread. Carefully straighten the edges of the resulting bow. And then, while working, try to touch them as little as possible so as not to wrinkle them.

To make the bow look neat from the reverse side, take a piece of thin ribbon, cut about two to three cm and wrap it around the middle of the back side of the product, and sew the ends. You don’t have to do this work, sew the bow to the elastic straight away, but if you still process the back side, it will look neater. Your decoration is ready!

Having tried your hand at such simple works, fantasize and complicate your products, create unique exclusive items. By the way, these will be wonderful gifts or hand-made sales items. May everything work out for you!

Video

Master class - Kanzashi flower

Kazanshi - this unusual name with a Japanese accent hides an interesting female hobby with a simple technique of execution. Try yourself in a new hobby and decorate your world with spectacular satin flowers!

Women always strive to look stylish. Accessories decorated with flowers can be a bright addition to the look. We recommend that you create an unfading flower using the kanzashi technique with your own hands. For beginners, this type of creativity may seem incomprehensible and complicated, but believe me, everything is much simpler than you think. In the list of women's hobbies, Kazansha occupies one of the leading places; moreover, men are increasingly choosing this hobby for themselves!

A little history of beautiful needlework

Historically, the birthplace of this art form, like origami, is Japan, and it appeared around 1700. Japanese women were not allowed to wear necklaces or bracelets, so they decorated their hairstyles on a special scale.

Kanzashi (or kanzashi) were combs, sticks or hairpins decorated with flowers made of silk. Looking at kanzashi, one could judge the character and even the social status of a woman, because luxurious jewelry often cost even more than a kimono.

Kanzashi varied in color and shape depending on the time of year. The products were created by famous craftsmen. The manufacturing technology of those times was different from the modern one - craftsmen used rice glue, each silk square piece was folded and a petal was formed, they, in turn, were collected on a thread and glued to the base. Thus, entire bouquets were collected and decorated with combs or hairpins.

Kanzashi and modernity

In our time, this Japanese technique has not lost its importance and has become popular in European countries. Needlewomen create flowers in the kanzashi style and decorate hair accessories and brooches with them. These accessories are especially popular among brides, because kanzashi flowers can be used to tastefully decorate wedding paraphernalia.

Young mothers will also be interested in this type of creativity - their little princesses will be happy to wear all kinds of bright elastic bands, headbands, and hair clips.

Mastering the satin ribbon kazansha technique is not that difficult, but you will have to be patient and persistent, as this is quite painstaking work that requires attention, accuracy and perseverance. If you have already tried, or, the work will not seem difficult to you.

Starter kit for a beginner kanzashi master

So, the materials needed to get started:

• satin ribbons (for beginners, preferably 5 cm wide);
• beads or buttons (for the centers of flowers), a lighter or a candle (but be careful - the candle can smoke the ribbon);
• sharp scissors, needle and sewing thread;
• glue (we recommend choosing a colorless one, “Moment Crystal” is ideal);
• tweezers.

You can use a wide variety of accessories and materials: organza, tulle, rhinestones, sequins, etc.

Where to start: basic operating principles

For convenience, immediately cut the ribbons into identical squares and singe them so that the satin does not fray during the process (more experienced needlewomen use a soldering iron, it cuts the ribbon evenly and simultaneously singes the edges). In the original, in the kanzashi technique, there are only two types of petals - sharp and round. But modern craftswomen have come up with many modifications of petal shapes, which allows them to diversify their work and make them even more interesting.

The step-by-step technique for creating kanzashi is as follows:

1. Cut the satin ribbons into squares.
2. Fold each square into a petal, singeing the ends and joints with a lighter.
3. Gather the petals onto a strong thread.
4. Glue the resulting blank to the base - it can be a felt circle or a cardboard circle covered with satin to match the flower.
5. Glue or sew on the center of the flower (for example, a button).
6. Add decor if necessary (for example, rhinestones or lace);
   attach the finished kanzashi flower to the base (hairpin, brooch, headband, etc.).
7. Wait for the glue to dry completely and, if necessary, straighten the petals.

A short video tutorial:

So, you are already familiar with the basic principles of working in the kanzashi technique, so it’s time to act! But from these luxurious flowers you can create crafts and kanzashi paintings with your own hands, which will become an interior decoration or an unforgettable gift for loved ones!

Pleasure with benefit: the benefits of a new hobby

This simple type of needlework will also be interesting for children - crafts in the kanzashi style can be created together with the kids, making figurines out of them. For example, from basic sharp petals you can make a Christmas tree; you just need to glue them on a conical cardboard base in rows. But be careful, small children must work under adult supervision!

If you don’t have enough imagination and experience, then you can get ideas for inspiration for creating kanzashi from master classes. Of course, you won’t be able to exactly repeat the work of another master, but as practice shows, after looking at the beautiful flowers of craftswomen, you will certainly begin to create your own You will develop your own style and handwriting.

Sunflowers using the kanzashi technique

Flowers in the Kanzashi style are becoming increasingly popular, so once you gain experience, it makes sense to give it a try.

You can sell your work on a variety of online platforms dedicated to handicrafts, as well as directly at fairs, which are often organized in many cities. Yes, participation in such events is often not free, but there you can not only sell your work, but also meet other artists and exchange experiences. A sea of ​​positive emotions is guaranteed to you!

As you can see, it's not that complicated! The main thing is to start, and then you won’t be able to stop! Unfading flowers will bloom in your hands, and the kanzashi technique will become your favorite form of creativity!

From theory to practice: master classes

If you have carefully read this publication and now want to consolidate your knowledge in practice, proceed to master classes on making crafts with your own hands. Even more MK on Kanzashi is waiting for you.

DIY flowers made from satin ribbons in master classes

Satin ribbons are widely used in needlework. This is the main material that is used in creating flowers using various techniques.
- embroidered or created by hand from small pieces of fabric, form the basis of wonderful paintings and amazing jewelry.
From today's tutorial, you will learn how to make flowers using the kanzashi technique. We will look at several types and techniques used to create these wonderful representatives of the flora.

Flower with sharp and round petals

The first master class (MK) will look at the basic techniques used to make flowers from satin ribbons. Photo and video examples included in the presented master class will illustrate the process step by step for beginners. You need to start making such crafts by cutting the selected shade of satin ribbons or fabric into pieces of a certain length and shape.
So, we start the MK by creating a round petal. This is one of the main elements that is used to create kanzashi flowers. Take the tape and prepare square-shaped parts with your own hands. For beginners, it is better to use a diameter of five by five centimeters. During the process, the petals can be sewn together using a needle and thread or using a soldering iron. The cut edges of the ribbons must be singed, using a lighter or candle for this purpose. Thanks to this, the ribbon will not fray and your ribbon flowers will have a neat appearance. After scorching the edges, press them with your hands. This way you will securely fix the petal. As you can see from the photo or video, for convenience during the work process, it is best to use tweezers; it will help you securely fix the completed element and perform the necessary actions with it. If you don’t have such a tool, you can try making kanzashi flowers with your own hands. But later, you still cannot do without purchasing tweezers. This will speed up the process and you will be making ribbon flowers quickly and easily.























If it is difficult for you to understand action patterns from the photo examples, be sure to use the video master class in your training, which is on our website.
The next photo of MK will show you how to make and fold a sharp-looking petal step by step, which is also very often used to make a flower from a satin ribbon.

Making a flower with pointed petals

Another master class (MK) will demonstrate how to make a flower from a ribbon with interesting long pointed petals. Using this MK as a basis, select interesting color combinations of the main material to make unique flowers from satin ribbons or fabric.
To create this flower, prepare a ribbon whose width is four centimeters. Next, you need to make seven cm sections from it. You can play on the contrast and make kanzashi flowers from ribbons of different colors.


We take one of the prepared segments and fold it in half with our own hands. You should have the right side of the tape on the outside. Now, using a soldering iron, you need to cut the tape at an angle. Using a soldering iron will instantly fix the boundaries and protect the petal from falling off.


The remaining tip, three centimeters long, must be cut off. Having completed these steps, you need to bend the ends on the outside. How to do this is shown in the photo or video.




The next step is to singe and solder the tips of the petal. In the photo you can see what the underside of the petals looks like.


We continue to make flowers from satin ribbons. At this stage we need to make the base. For these purposes, you can use felt or other suitable material. So, from the prepared fabric, we make a circle. Make the diameter of the circle at your discretion, regarding the number of petals made, as well as the intended size of the flower. Now, one by one, we begin to glue the blanks onto the circle. Having completed the first row, maintaining symmetry, move on to the second.




This master class uses two different colors of tape, so yellow elements are fixed in the third row.


All that remains is to make a beautiful center and the kanzashi flowers will be ready. To do this, you can use completely different decorative details. These can be beads, beads, interesting buttons. The presented master class used faceted beads for the core.




These are the gorgeous flowers you can make from satin ribbons. Repeat this MK yourself, review the action diagrams, as well as photos and videos with tips, if you decide to make such unique crafts as flowers from ribbons or fabric with your own hands.

Flowers from a narrow ribbon

This master class (MK) will show you the step-by-step work of making an unusual craft with your own hands. These will be flowers made of satin ribbons, but not wide ones, as we are used to, but narrow ones.
Such tape is often left over from some finished product by needlewomen. The main condition is that all prepared strips have the same length. For work, the master class uses a tape whose width is only six millimeters.


Further, according to the described scheme of actions, step-by-step photos and video lessons, it will be easier for you to navigate the process of creating a satin craft.
One of the ribbon pieces needs to be folded in half. In this case, the front part should be in the middle of the element. At the bend, cut the tape at an angle and burn it with a candle or lighter.




Regarding the described scheme, you should have the following element:


After this, the resulting part must be turned right side up and the ends brought together in one area, as in the photo. This way you can also make the petal the width you need. Next, the ends are soldered. The photo shows you what one of the petals should look like in the end.




According to the described scheme of actions, continue creating the number of petals you need. In addition, in the process of making this or that petal, you can use two ribbons of contrasting shades or fabrics at once. So, you will get chic and lush flowers from ribbons.




Having made all the necessary elements, the master class (MK) moves on to assembling the craft from ribbons. First of all, for this, you need to make a foundation. It can be cut out of cardboard or felt. This base has the shape of a circle, the diameter of which is made depending on the desired size of the craft. Assembling the flower begins from the edges in a circle. So, gradually, step by step, fix each petal with glue, alternating colors. Decorate the middle of the craft at your discretion, for example, using beads of different diameters, as this master class shows.


Such flowers made from ribbons or fabric will look good on hairpins and headbands. They can also be used as beautiful brooches. You can see how to make similar accessories with flowers in the videos.

Flower with original petals

This master class will show you an interesting option for creating an unusual petal with your own hands, with which you will create a unique flower from ribbons. Pay close attention to the photo, because in the video you will not be able to see how such an element is created. To make such a petal, you need to follow the following procedure.
Before starting the master class, prepare three five-by-five-centimeter square pieces to create one petal. To make the flowers you made from ribbons or fabric look more advantageous, prepare ribbons of different colors. Thus, for this craft, two square elements of the same shade and another one of contrasting color were taken. This third detail will serve as the basis around which further work will be carried out.


We make triangular shaped parts from square elements. This master class (MK) uses a triangular element of a delicate pink shade as a base. It must be closed as shown in the photo. Here we see that for convenience, needles are used as a fixing part. You can do without them and simply hold the satin element with your hands or with tweezers. Choose the option that is most convenient for you.


After this, you need to bend the ends back. This way you go around the base. Now, pulling the ends back, you can see the formed core, as in the photo:






Next, holding the center, you need to bend one of the ends towards it.
We perform similar actions with the second end. At the final stage, all you have to do is solder the core.




Next, you need to cut along the bottom (in the photo it’s the red line) and solder it.


Thus, according to this scheme of actions, you need to continue making all the remaining petals and proceed directly to assembling a full-fledged flower.




As a result, we get the following unusual kanzashi flower, made with our own hands using an interesting technique.

We have looked at a small part of the options on the basis of which you can make such chic crafts with your own hands as flowers from satin ribbons or fabric.
On our website and on the World Wide Web, you can also find fascinating videos with master classes for beginners, where experienced craftswomen show step by step the technology for creating a particular flower.

Video: Lessons on creating flowers from ribbons

Flowers made from kanzashi ribbons - manufacturing technique

Many girls who follow jewelry fashion have probably seen, and perhaps already wear, kanzashi flowers. This intricate word is the name of Japanese hair ornaments that are always worn with a kimono.

The history of kanzashi (or “kanzashi” in another transcription) dates back to the 18th century, when in Japan it became fashionable to decorate hair with combs and a large number of hairpins. At this time, flowers from kanzashi ribbons became an indispensable accessory in a woman’s costume, which was not just a work of art, but also indicated the social status, marital status and character of the owner. Very often, the cost of kanzashi was several times higher than the cost of a kimono. Over several centuries, different types of kanzashi have appeared, but only one is popular among needlewomen in our country - Hana kanzashi. These are decorations that are made in the shape of flowers.

Traditionally, hana-kanzashi is made from square pieces of silk that are rolled using tongs using the tsumami technique. One petal is made from each piece of silk. Then the petals are glued together with rice glue or gathered on a silk thread, and the kanzashi flower is ready. Of course, to make a real kanzashi flower, Japanese craftsmen need a lot of time. But you shouldn’t despair - anyone can master the technique of making simple flowers. The main thing is to be patient and have the necessary materials.

To make tsumami-kanzashi you will need: satin ribbon cut into squares, tweezers, a needle and threads of the same color as the ribbon, glue, a pin, several beads and a candle or lighter. And one more little secret: first learn how to make larger kanzashi petals, from 5*5 cm squares. Once you master the technique, you can make smaller petals.

So, there are two main types of petals for kanzashi - round and sharp.

Let's start with the spicy one.

Take a piece of tape and fold it in half diagonally

then in half again

and the third time... also in half.

Strictly speaking, the result should be a multilayer triangle.

Now we scorch the sharp corner of the triangle, where the ends of the fabric meet, on a candle flame and press it with our fingers so that everything is properly held together.

The obtuse angle of the triangle needs to be trimmed a little and also “soldered”. You need to trim depending on how thick the petal you want to get. You need to make several of these blank petals. Then collect them on a string - you get a flower. Then mask the empty center with a bead or button, placing it on glue. That's all!

Now let's make a round petal.

We start the same way: fold the square in half.

Now we attract the acute angles of the triangle to the obtuse one and solder them. The result is a square again.

Now you need to turn the workpiece over with the soldered corner down, pull the side corners to the center of the square and solder them.

Fold the workpiece in half, and then turn it over and straighten the petal.

When there are the required number of petals, you can collect the flower.

When the technique of making petals for kanzashi has been perfected, it will be possible to move on to making more complex flowers - multi-tiered and containing two-color petals. But there are some tricks here too: it’s better to draw a kanzashi flower in advance or print a photo of it in order to know exactly how many petals and what color you will need. These kanzashi flowers can be used to decorate any hair accessory: hairpin, barrette, headband, comb, elastic band.

You can also make a brooch, hair clip and other decorations from kanzashi, and if you lightly spray the flower with regular hairspray, it will last twice as long. In general, use your imagination and create flowers from kanzashi ribbons!

Now watch the video about making kanzashi flowers:

Floral decorations made from satin ribbons are very unusual and beautiful. Made with your own hands, they are the best gift for both children and adults.

Making flowers from satin ribbons with your own hands is a painstaking but exciting task.

The main tools for making jewelry are:

With proper use of available materials, the flowers come out strong and of good quality. They can be attached to elastic bands, hairpins, headbands, or arranged into bouquets.

Types of petals

Satin ribbon flowers are collected from petals of different shapes. The main ones are sharp and round. Any type of petal can be made with your own hands. The sharp shapes of the petals are suitable for making flowers such as aster, chamomile, dandelion, sunflower, bluebell and others.

The varieties of sharp petals are:

Round-shaped petals are used to create flowers such as roses, lilacs, ranunculus, peony and others.

The varieties of round petals are as follows:

• two-color round (double);
• round for rose;
• round inverted;
• round flat;
• round narrow;
• round with a heart.

Master class for beginners: a simple flower in 5 minutes

A satin ribbon can turn into a flower in just 5 minutes. From this you can calculate that, for example, a hairpin with your own hands will be done within 7-10 minutes. It is necessary to strictly follow the instructions.

Step 2. Preparing petals. To do this you will need:

• fold a square of satin ribbon diagonally, marking the sharp ends with the numbers 1 and 2;
• combine ends 1 and 2. In the resulting triangle, mark the new acute angles with numbers 3 and 4;
• fold ends 3 and 4, resulting in a sharp petal;
• cut off excess material (cut a right angle parallel to the folded side and an acute angle parallel to the fold);
• solder the cut edges with a candle or lighter, fixing the petal with tweezers for convenience.

Step 3. Flower formation. The bases of the petals need to be connected with a thread like beads, tightened and decorated with a flower. Then you should glue the petals together for a more reliable fixation.

Step 4. Decoration. The middle of the flower must be decorated with a bead or button (optional). It is possible to add rhinestones or small stones to the center of the petals.

Flower made of satin ribbons 2.5 cm - step by step instructions

A 2.5 cm wide satin ribbon is perfect for creating lush flowers with your own hands. When finished, they resemble a bush rose. The technique is simple.

Step 1. Preparation of necessary materials:

• pieces of tape 2.5 cm wide and 7 cm long;
• needle and thread;
• fire;
• scissors.

Step 2. Preparation of petals . You need to melt the cut edges of the tape, bend the tape on each side so that you get a trapezoid, and additionally melt it to secure it. Then you need to do the same with all the tapes.

Step 3. Flower formation. It is necessary to sweep each petal blank along the bottom edge, pull the thread and fasten it, then sew the bases of the petals so that you get a flower.

To add volume, you can attach 3 more petals on top or leave the flower in a single layer.

Step 4. Decoration. Beads glued in the center, imitating the core of a flower, will look harmonious.

For the rim

Any flowers are suitable for decorating the headband, such as large and lush roses, peonies, chrysanthemums, zinnias, as well as small roses, jasmine, and bells.

To make a headband with a jasmine branch, you will need:

• a headband wrapped in a satin ribbon the color of the first green;
• a strip of rounded felt 2x16 cm of the same color;
• yellow plastic stamens - 1 bunch;
• pieces of white satin ribbon 5×5 – 25 pcs.;
• pieces of green satin ribbon 2.5x3 cm - 25-30 pcs.;
• thread, needle, scissors, glue.

Jasmine flowers form very simply. It is necessary to sweep a diamond shape on a white piece with white thread, then tighten the thread, insert a plastic stamen inside and sew it up. It takes from 3 to 5 minutes to make 1 jasmine flower.

Important! When basting, the thread should not be interrupted, otherwise it will be impossible to form a flower.

To make a sheet from a green piece of satin ribbon, you need to fold it in half and round it off on one side with scissors. Then you should melt the edges and, while they are soft, slightly deform them in the manner of a jasmine leaf, gather the lower edges and melt them.

The finished elements are glued evenly onto a strip of felt to create a jasmine branch. You need to let it set and glue the finished composition directly to the rim.

For hairpins

To decorate hairpins, small flowers of light weight are often chosen, otherwise the hairpin will not hold the hair well and will slip off. Ideal options are small roses, one small chamomile, and aster. A very fast and beautiful flower is obtained from only 3 petals. A satin ribbon 5 cm wide is cut into 5 cm pieces. You need to make circles from the resulting squares.

You need to fold them in half and sweep them in an arc, tighten them, forming a petal with your fingers. Then you need to sew 3 petals together and glue a bead in the center. The resulting flower is glued to the hairpin. Note. If the flower is not large enough, you can increase the number of petals to 5-7. However, it is necessary to select a larger core size.

Ribbon roses

There are at least 5 techniques for making roses from satin ribbons.

For beginners, the following option is suitable:

Kanzashi chamomile

To make chamomile you will need:

First you need to prepare the petals. To do this, the atlas square is folded diagonally, then the sharp corners are folded towards the center. The resulting petal is folded in half. The tip is cut off and scorched with fire. Then fix it with tweezers on the other side and cut off the base parallel to the fold. They are scorched with fire so that the ends are soldered together. 15 such petals are prepared.

Carefully glue the petals at the base, forming a daisy. Glue a yellow button or a circle of yellow felt in the center. Kanzashi chamomile can be used to decorate a hairpin, a child’s handbag or a headband.

Lush flower made of satin ribbon

A lush flower is formed from round petals singed along the entire perimeter. They are carefully glued layer by layer to the base. There should be at least 10-12 petals. They can be either the same color or different.

The set of tools is similar:

• satin squares with a side of at least 5 cm;
• scissors;
• fire;
• stamens – 3-5 pcs.;
• glue gun

Aster

To make an aster you will need the following supplies:

• pieces of satin ribbon 2.5×5 cm;
• tweezers;
• scissors,
• fire;
• glue gun;
• several circles of felt.

For a medium-sized flower, 30-40 petals are needed. It all depends on the desired number of layers and the diameter of the aster. The petal is made in two stages.

• Stage 1. A strip of satin is folded in half lengthwise and clamped with tweezers. The edge is cut at an acute angle and sealed with fire.
• Stage 2. From the opposite edge, the strip is folded like an envelope, clamped with tweezers and fixed with fire.

Petals are glued onto the felt circle along the very edge. The next layer is glued closer to the center. The petals are placed visually between the petals of the first layer. The same is done with all layers. The number of petals in each subsequent level decreases. The finished flower is decorated with a bead core. You can also combine the colors of the petals.

Bell

When making a bell, the following materials are needed:

Bell petals are ordinary sharp petals, with the seam turned inward. One stamen is glued to each petal at the base. Then you need to glue their sides together, forming the flower itself.

The leaves of the bell are made in the same way as the petals, only the ribbon must be smaller in width. They should be secured with a glue gun under the flower so that they stick out slightly.

Hibiscus

To make hibiscus you will need:

You need to cut teardrop-shaped petals from the squares. Before assembling the flower, you need to corrugate them. To do this, the petal is folded like an accordion into 4 rows, then twisted into a rope and carried over the fire for several seconds. The cooled petal is unrolled.

A wire is glued to half of the petal on the wrong side. There should be at least 7 such petals. It all depends on the desired volume of hibiscus. Several stamens are twisted together and a bud of petals is formed around them. Then the petals are slightly leveled and arched.

Narcissus

To make one daffodil you need:

• scissors;
• fire;
• tweezers;
• glue;
• 5 squares of white satin ribbon 5x5 cm;
• 3 yellow squares 4x4 cm.

The petal is made like this:

1. A square of white satin is folded diagonally twice. Sharp corners must be folded like an accordion into 1 row on each side, then clamped with tweezers, cut off the excess and soldered with fire. You should get a petal with two folds inside.
2. The upper edge of the petal is clamped in the middle with tweezers and melted with fire. It has a slightly pointed shape.

The stamen is made in a similar way, only the upper edge is not pointed.

Assembling a flower involves sequential gluing of all elements. The resulting daffodil is practically indistinguishable from the real thing.

Poinsettia

Even beginners can make a poinsettia flower from satin ribbons with their own hands.

The required materials are:

• pieces of tape 5 cm wide and of different lengths;
• scissors;
• fire;
• glue;
• large stamens;
• wire.

The petals need to be cut out. To do this, pieces of tape are folded diagonally and cut out to form a petal. On top of the edges, 2 cuts are made on each side. The blanks are melted over a fire and the edges are slightly deformed. In total, you need 3 petals 5 cm long, 5 petals 6 cm long and 5 petals 7 cm long. Leaves are made in the same way - from pieces of 5x7 cm.

Assembling a flower begins with sequentially gluing together petals of equal length. The first layer of small petals is glued to the stamen, then the next layer is of larger petals, and the largest ones are glued last. The petals must be arranged in a checkerboard pattern.

You need to glue the wire to the leaves on the back side. They are attached to the flower by wrapping the stamen with wire.

Dandelion Kanzashi

To make a dandelion you need:

The technique is as follows:

1. The tape must be cut into strips 7 cm long. Fold each in half and solder the ends. These will be dandelion petals. Green ones need at least 25 pcs., yellow ones at least 27 pcs.
2. Green petals are glued around the perimeter of the felt circle using a glue gun. The second layer is also glued in a checkerboard pattern from green petals.
3. All subsequent layers are glued with yellow petals. This way you get a voluminous chamomile, which is perfect for decorating headbands and hairpins.

Sunflower

Any type of sharp petal, such as an aster's, is suitable for making a sunflower. A two-layer flower will require at least 26 petals. The petals are glued to a felt circle with a diameter of 5 cm along the very edge. A little closer to the center you need to glue the second layer in a checkerboard pattern.

The middle can be made of a circle of even felt or dermantine with a diameter of 4–4.5 cm. Beads or large black beads are glued onto it. The middle is glued to the flower, and the sunflower can be considered ready. If desired, you can add decor in the form of a butterfly or bug.

Lilac

To make a lilac branch you need:

The tape must be cut into strips 1.5 cm long. At least 60 pieces will be required. Flowers are made from them in the same way as jasmine flowers. Just before tightening the thread, you need to stick a wire with a bead strung on it into the center of a piece of ribbon. The result is a lilac flower on a stalk.

When all the flowers are ready, you need to form mini-branches of 3 each from them. and secure with one of the wire legs. A lilac branch is formed from these twigs and wrapped with floral tape.

Ranunculus

To make a ranunculus you will need a standard kit:

To make the petals, you need pieces of satin:

• 2×2 cm – 18 pcs.;
• 2.5×2.5 cm – 18 pcs.;
• 3×3 cm – 14 pcs.;
• 3.5×3.5 cm – 24 pcs.

You need to cut out round petals from them, like a peony, trim the base, melt it over the fire, fold the base like an accordion, hold it with tweezers and secure it with fire. The core of the ranunculus is made from a 5x5 cm piece of satin, into which a wad of cotton wool is sewn. It turns out to be a ball on which the petals will be attached.

Assembling the flower must begin with the smallest petals, pasting them over the stamen ball. Thus, you get a very beautiful flower that will suit any decoration as a decoration.

Wedding bouquet of ribbons

Over the past few years, wedding bouquets made from satin ribbons have become very popular. It's unusual and beautiful. Such a bouquet will please the eye for a long time, because it will not wither.

Handmade flowers made from satin ribbons for a wedding bouquet will become a unique symbol of family happiness.

To complete it, you need to make a suitable number of flowers from ribbons (roses are most often chosen) and stick them on a foam ball with a handle. For greater strength and beauty, you can stick a needle with a stone at the end into the middle of each flower. The handle must be wrapped with a strong satin ribbon. As additional decor, you can use rhinestones and pearl beads.

Flowers made from satin ribbons are an effective way to decorate accessories, household items, children's items, and even make a wedding bouquet.

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