Weaving from ribbons

Any activity implies some kind of end result. But only at the end of a creative lesson we get real aesthetic pleasure. A person chooses needlework individually. For those who are not looking for difficult paths, but want to create beauty, ribbon baubles will become a favorite pastime. Despite the very venerable age, such attributes are invariably in trend. Looking at the multi-colored beauty, beginners ask how to make a bauble from ribbons? At first glance, the lesson seems complicated, in fact, everything is much simpler and more exciting.

History and essence of baubles

The decoration familiar to many came from antiquity. The beginning of the tradition was laid by the tribes of North American Indians many centuries ago. He was assigned a magical role and a sacred meaning was put into a simple braided bracelet.

Indian style bracelet

The second birth of the accessory was due to the "flower children", American hippies. During the heyday of free morals, views on life aspects, baubles were replaced by representatives of the hippie movement wedding rings... The color scheme was chosen according to the meaning. The combination of white and red could tell about free views on love, individual shades could tell about a person's social belonging, his condition and status.


Hippies revived the fashion for baubles

For centuries, the cult traditions of the peoples, the soul of the master, have been invested in a seemingly simple decoration. For a long time, such a gift testified to a good disposition, sincere friendship. Time passes, a lot changes, but the desire to give joy or express the depth of feelings to loved ones, friends is invariable.


Baubles are an adornment that came to us from antiquity

Fenichka is a bracelet woven with his own hand. The material can be multi-colored fabric, leather cords, threads, satin ribbons.Even a beginner in needlework can learn the art of weaving baubles from satin ribbons.


Two-tone ribbon bauble

However, the creation hand made beadwork, floss - painstaking work, requires maximum attention and concentration. Weaving baubles from ribbons does not raise questions and difficulties. The lesson is fascinating, exciting, conducive to imagination, the development of creative thinking. Psychologists say: in the process of creation, we rest in our souls, become kinder, gather our thoughts, find a way out of the most difficult, confusing situations in life.


The process of weaving baubles
Baubles made of ribbons and floss will complement the image of any girl

Several rules of needlework

Ribbon baubles are an ideal gift for a friend and anyone can create such an accessory with their own hands. A bright hand-made present keeps the warmth of the hands of the master, a particle of the soul, and this is always priceless! Before learning the direct process, acquaintance with the secrets of how to weave a bauble from ribbons, you need to familiarize yourself with simple rules work:

  • Using weaving patterns, not only bracelets are easily created, but also many useful accessories, bookmarks for books, graceful pendants for keys, handbags. From a combination of various wicker elements, unusual, bright panels are created.

Fenichka will become a convenient bookmark for your book
Keychains and key pendants
  • The simplest samples will require ribbons. If there is a desire to decorate, modernize the decoration, add beads, sew on a convenient lock.

Original decoration every woman
  • For comfort in creating a masterpiece from satin ribbons, beginners can secure the beginning of weaving with tailor's pins on the pillow.

The beginning of weaving baubles on the pillow

To make a bauble made of satin ribbons of the desired length, it is necessary to choose ribbons with a length of at least 100 cm. It is extremely difficult to add the length in the weaving of baubles, therefore it is better to be guided by the principle "All excess can be cut off!"

  • Atlas is a beautiful and delicate material: precious overflows, soft and smooth texture. There is one "but": the edges of the fabric are prone to "shaggy", the threads can unravel and fluff. The edges of the tapes must be scorched with fire. This must be done carefully, observing fire safety techniques.

The edges of the tape must be scorched with fire so that they do not fluff.
  • Fenichka made of ribbons is in itself original. If there is a desire to weave a luxurious accessory, add notes of luxury, shine, many decorate baubles with beads, beads, pendants or flowers.

A bauble with the addition of beads will become a luxurious accessory
  • The first helpers for beginners in weaving are tailor's needles and pins. Until you memorize the algorithm, do not learn how to knot, little helpers will prevent the satin ribbons from slipping.

  • The number of ribbons in weaving is determined by the needlewoman herself. It all depends on the chosen scheme and skill level.

Simple bracelet made of two ribbons
Weaving pattern with two ribbons
  • Choosing a color scheme, you need to be guided not only by personal desires, but also common sense... Baubles are not just a piece of jewelry, they are a kind of cult object, in which a deep meaning is read.

Choosing the right color is important

To avoid bewilderment, ridicule of "experts", to broaden your horizons, it will not be superfluous to read useful information about the color combination.

  • It is not recommended to tighten the knots too tightly. Give them some freedom, this will help define the symmetry and volume of the product.

Having learned the basics of ribbon weaving, start creating entire collections of original accessories and jewelry that will become a welcome gift for any fashionista.

We make designer bracelets

It doesn't take long to figure out how to weave baubles. The axiom of creativity is more practice, less theory! Through experience we learn to create beautiful things with our own hands, putting a piece of our soul into the product.


Weaving baubles opens up incredible scope for creativity

Advice:

It is necessary to delve deeply into the process of weaving baubles, then in a minimum of time you will be able to easily create author's collections.

Weaving from ribbons is the easiest way to learn the secrets of creating unusual patterns. The material is not only beautiful, but also plastic, pliable, it is able to keep the desired shape.The acquired skills can later be used in creative work with beads, threads or thin leather cords. We offer several simple master classes, after reading which it will become clear how to make baubles from ribbons.

The easiest way

Weaving of two ribbons is considered basic in ancient art. Step-by-step master class creating a simple bracelet:

  • Cooking necessary materials... It will take two segments satin ribbon at least 1 meter long. The width of the tape can be any, it is more convenient for beginners to work with tapes 1 centimeter wide.

Advice:

The choice of the color of the ribbons depends on the wishes of the needlewoman. You can choose consonant shades that complement each other. Contrasting colors look original, bright, original.


The choice of the color of the ribbons depends on the wishes of the needlewoman
  • Tie the ends of the two stripes with a knot located close to the edge.
  • We start weaving. On each of the stripes we fold a loop, they are located parallel to each other.
  • One loop "dives" into the other loop. Then we pull the end of one tape and tighten it into a loop. The rule is as follows: what color we pull at the end of the tape, we get a loop of the same color.
  • We repeat the maneuver, folding the tape into a loop, then stretching one into the other. If the parts are of different colors, we alternate threading, tightening, so that the weaving is two-color.

Weaving baubles for beginners

We continue to work until we get the desired length of the accessory. Graceful two-piece baubles are basic, experienced craftswomen do the same job in minutes. All the acquired skills will help beginners move to a more complex level of skill.

Fenichka from two ribbons

Round Friendship Bracelet


Friendship bracelets, best gift for your friends

It is believed that it is the round shape of the bracelet, or tourniquet, that testifies to the most sincere friendship. The symbolism of smoothing the corners and the right color scheme will help express the sincerity of your feelings without words. If we turn to the basics of the hippie movement, then blue is a symbol of friendship, harmony in relationships, freedom and goodness. The basis of weaving a round bracelet made of ribbons is the ancient Chinese element "lotus". To work on our masterpiece, we choose two tapes about 2.5 meters long. Selecting two stripes different shades, one darker, the other lighter. Step by step algorithm:

  • We lay out the ribbons, lay out the dark part in full length, on it in the middle, the light part is placed perpendicularly. We fasten them together in the middle with a pin or a tailor's needle.

Advice:

It is more convenient for novice craftswomen to perform work on the surface. You can take a pillow for convenience and attach the tapes directly to it.

  • We fold the dark component into a loop, placing its free edge over the light component. We grab the end of the light part, lay it out parallel to the fixed one, folding the loop on top of the dark strip.
  • Similarly, we fold the arch from the dark strip. You should get two dark arches, and in the middle one long arch of light tape.
  • We start weaving. Skip the edge of the light component over the dark part, then under it, and then pull it back from above. There are three horizontal light and three vertical dark parts.
  • We pull the entire structure by the ends of the ribbons, carefully and slowly adjusting the position of the weaving components. We tighten the knot, repeat the same steps until we get the desired length of weaving.
  • We carefully tuck the ends of the ribbons into the very first knot, connecting with the beginning of weaving.

A DIY bracelet will become nice gift dear friend or girlfriend.

Friendship bauble made of satin ribbons

Advice:

It is important to ensure that in the process of laying out the pattern, an even square of arches is obtained.The joints can be cleaved with pins. Then the knot is tightly pulled together, setting an even and round shape of the product. Unlike the simplest method, such baubles are more voluminous. The tighter the knot of each element is, the thinner and denser the product will be.


Square baubles look more voluminous on the hand

There are many combinations of weaving. Having mastered several elements of ribbon baubles, you will learn how to create original and stylish accessories do it yourself.


You can learn a new hobby at no extra cost.
Delicate bracelet made of ribbons and beads

What can be made from ribbons

How many things do you know that can be made from ribbons? Bracelets, necklaces, hair ornaments ... And this is not the whole list. Many needlewomen and needlewomen manage to embroider paintings with satin ribbons, weave rugs, covers and much more from them. In order to learn these various handicraft techniques yourself, you just need to have the desire, materials and perseverance, then you will definitely succeed. After all, weaving with ribbons - a very interesting, useful and exciting hobby for people of all ages.

Where to begin

Today you can find a lot of information and lessons related to any handicraft, so learning what you like so much has become much easier than, say, 15-20 years ago.

One can only rejoice in progress now. But let's not move away from the topic, but consider what kind of weaving from ribbons is. It can be both complex and simple, understandable even for a beginner. For beginners, it will be easiest to learn how to weave the so-called baubles, rather than immediately start making carpets.

Weaving baubles from a ribbon

Baubles are not the weaving of ribbons itself, as some believe, but a bracelet jewelry. In general, such a bracelet can be woven not only from ribbons, but also from threads, scraps, leather and other materials. So, let's get down to one of the simple techniques for weaving baubles. Take two tapes about five to six millimeters wide and one meter long. Secure them together with a needle or pins. Wrap one tape after another so that a loop is formed through which you need to thread the other tape and tighten with a knot. Then repeat this with another string, that is, wrap it around the other and thread it through the loop, tighten. You can weave until the ribbon runs out, or you can "adjust" the product to the girth of your wrist. On one and the other side of the bracelet, you can attach clasps that will fasten on the arm, or just leave the ties.

This is the simplest weaving of bauble ribbons. But you can also weave flowers from ribbons, which are called kanzashi. Kanzashi is ancient decoration Japanese geisha.

Kanzashi weave

Weaving from ribbons of kanzashi flowers may seem difficult at first glance, but it is not. The very principle of weaving is to correctly fold the satin ribbon to form the petals of a flower, for example, a rose. Take a tape 4-5 centimeters wide and about one and a half meters long. Roll one edge of it into a tube so that it looks like the middle of a flower. Bend the free edge in half: this will be a petal, which must be beautifully attached to the middle. You can glue it with Moment glue or just sew it with threads.

Where to apply kanzashi

Such ribbon weaving can be useful in making brooches or hairpins. It is enough just to glue an ordinary crocodile hairpin, automatic hairpin or hairpin to the base of the flower, and you will already have a wonderful decoration, which is also made by hand. And in order to use such a rose as a brooch, you just need to stab the base with a pin, which in the future you will begin to cling to clothes.

I do not pretend to be a specialist in this field, my article is more for beginners. I will try to tell you about all the nuances of this needlework and teach you a few techniques for creating flowers from ribbons.

The uniqueness and simplicity of this needlework

If you look at the photographs of flowers from ribbons, the beauty and sophistication of flower arrangements, then this skill will seem incredibly difficult. I hasten to please you this is not so.

The flower you have conceived will always turn out, of course, depending on the experience and skills gained, the end result will be different.

Artificial flowers create from various materials, knit, weave from macrame, mold from polymer clay, all these methods require talent and special skills.

In our case, it will be sufficient to carefully study the step-by-step instructions for beginners on how to make flowers from ribbons and you will succeed.

I will say a few words about the strength of products made of nylon tapes. It all depends on the functionality of the future product, if flowers decorate the interior, then special reliability is not required here, but if a flower decorates a children's headband or headband, then you need to try to make a very high-quality thing.

Methods for making flowers from ribbons

I want to tell and show you some basic ways to create flowers from ribbons. Having mastered this simple science, you can create any kind of flowers.

My advice to you, try to make any fantasy copy using one of the techniques, and you will feel all the nuances of the method you have chosen and master it faster.

Preparation for needlework

  • Any ribbons you like in different colors and sizes
  • Needles and threads
  • Sharp scissors
  • Glue gun
  • Tweezers
  • Centerpieces for flowers or beads, sequins
  • Floristic sleeve (or tube to thicken the stem).

Also prepare a work table with a table lamp.

Kanzashi

With the kanzashi technique, my acquaintance with flowers from satin ribbons began. This technique came to us from Japan, kanzashi decorate hairpins or hairpins.

Girls' hairstyles bloom with gorgeous flowers, thanks to such hairpins. Due to the fashion for kanzashi, more and more needlewomen are mastering this completely simple technique.

In addition to the prepared materials mentioned above, take a ruler, chalk for patterns and a candle to singe the tips.

Three types of leaves are used in kanzashi: round, long and sharp.

  • To begin with, cut a 5 cm wide satin ribbon into squares, of course the same.
  • We take a square and fold the corners to each other, as shown in the photo, and lower the extreme corners to the lower central corner.
  • Then we wind the side corners back and clamp them with tweezers.
  • The lower cut, if necessary, is cut off and melted over the candle.
  • Thus, a round petal is obtained, of which several pieces need to be made.
  • We collect the finished petals on a thread, fold them into a flower and glue them to the base, fasten the bead in the middle with a glue gun.

Congratulations on your first kanzashi flower!

I present to you several videos of master classes on how to make flowers from ribbons.

Create a more lush flower.

Note!

Creation of double petals using the kanzashi technique, from which the cutest butterflies and beautiful snowflakes are obtained.

Fused petals

Another way to create flowers from ribbons is with fused petals. This method is good for making large flower arrangements, for example, I made a basket with roses.

However, there are some nuances here:

  • Not all ribbons work well for these colors;
  • Melted petals do not look as neat as kanzashi;
  • It may not work right away, you need to "fill your hand".

A more suitable material for creating these colors is nylon ribbons.

Manufacturing instructions.

  • We make a pattern in the shape of a half heart, as shown in the photo;
  • Next, cut out the petals in 7 pieces of large, 7 pieces of medium and the same number of small ones;
  • The edges of each petal you cut out are melted over the candle, after such processing, the petals become voluminous;
  • We collect the petals on a string in a checkerboard pattern, with a slight overlap, then the flower will be magnificent;
  • We attach the beads to the core.
  • The flower is ready.

Note!

Charming ribbon embroidery

Yes, they also embroider with ribbons! In embroidery, ribbons of different widths are used, which, with the correct drapery, creates volume and beauty of the embroidered picture.

This technique is good for several reasons:

  • Fast results;
  • Ribbon embroidery looks very rich and is appreciated among amateurs;
  • Not complex circuits, if desired, everyone will succeed.

I have prepared several master classes, watch and learn.

Now they sell many kits for embroidery with ribbons, such kits are very good for beginner needlewomen, there is a diagram, a canvas, a set of ribbons, threads and everything that is used to create a picture.

If you want exclusive work, you can draw up schemes, select colors and textures yourself.

Note!

Photo of flowers from ribbons with your own hands

Many people like ribbon weaving. Probably, the point is in the simplicity of creating baubles and their unobtrusive form, reminiscent of the end of the last century, when such baubles were popular, and many loved to weave them with their own hands. In this article, you are invited to try out ribbon weaving yourself. Weaving patterns are simple, but even without them everything is clear. And what child would not be interested in getting involved in creating baubles from ribbons with their own hands?

Bracelets

Weaving bracelets from ribbons is not difficult, the main thing is to be careful when working with scissors and needles. A decoration from ribbons or braid can be weaved step by step with your own hands at home - a master class will help you to do everything correctly and without mistakes or step-by-step instruction which is easy to find on the internet.

Bracelet of four satin ribbons

Weaving such a bauble is very easy. It will look fashionable and stylish on both a woman and a man.

You will need:

How to do:

The bracelet is ready!

Bracelet with pearls

This is a very feminine bracelet that fits both evening dress as well as an elegant trouser suit.

You will need:

  • a strip of satin about 50.5 cm long;
  • pearls or beads;
  • elastic lace;
  • a needle with a large eye (depending on the thickness of the lace).

How to do:

Done, you can wear it!

Gallery: weaving from ribbons (25 photos)




















Chokers

It will be easy even for beginners to weave neck jewelry from ribbons.

Ribbon choker

Fenichka do it yourself for stylish girls.

You will need:

How to do:

  1. Measure your neck and cut off that length by adding a centimeter.
  2. If you decide to use the flower as a decoration, then tie the stem in a knot at the base of the flower, and remove the excess with scissors.
  3. Lay the strip of fabric so that it will rest on your neck, attach the Velcro to the ends. Important : the velcro with soft loops should be directed towards the neck, and the velcro with hooks should be directed away from the neck. This will prevent skin irritation.
  4. Use a glue gun to attach the decoration to the ribbon.

Done, now you can give the bauble to someone or wear it yourself.

Bauble with chain clasp

These baubles were worn in the nineties.

You will need:

  • a third of a meter of velvet, about 23 mm wide;
  • a clasp and a piece of chain from an old and / or torn chain;
  • needle and thread;
  • pendant decoration with a metal loop.

How to do:

Other DIY ribbon gizmos

Ribbon flower

Such baubles are easy for beginners to weave and can be used as accessories for decorating hair (they are especially loved by little girls), as well as brooches (this will appeal to an elegant woman of age).

You will need:

How to do:

Fenichka is ready!

Bookmark for books from a ribbon

Craft for bibliophiles. The bookmark is very easy to use. No more curled sheets and random small items in your favorite books!

You will need:

  • beautiful button;
  • thick fabric tape;
  • scrunchy;
  • a needle and thread or a sewing machine.

How to do:

The bookmark is ready to use..

Interested in weaving from ribbons, weaving patterns? Then the article will help in the knowledge of this type of needlework. It is easy and simple to create an accessory from such material. It is enough to have knowledge, to use it. What do you need? Of course, good mood and a positive attitude. Bring your muse with you to help with the whole process. Weaving is so easy that even children can grasp the basics. This is a truly "family" therapy, where everyone can find something to do, to make the idea of ​​the product come true.

From Indians

There are a huge number of materials for needlework. But for sophisticated works and household items, only a few are used. For example, beautiful baubles can be weaved from ribbons. This is an interesting accessory known since ancient times. Interesting in that it was invented by Indian tribes. They considered it a "sacred" tradition of creation. Made for each tribe separately. Such products became more famous during the time of the hippie subculture.

Thanks to the tribes and the "flower children", the works have become very popular. To give a bauble meant to give a piece of your soul, to express emotional emotions.

It is convenient to weave products for the home from packing tape. For example, baskets and boxes that fit easily into any home interior... Such material is durable and strong, so the craft will serve for a very long time. In ancient times, the ancestors wove baskets and sandals from the bark of trees, previously prepared it. But now it is much easier, so the tape can easily replace the "gifts of nature".

Ideas for creativity

Let's study the options for creating products step by step. Let's try to weave a piece of jewelry in a youth style.

For work you will need:

  • 2 skeins of satin ribbon. It is advisable to use several colors to make the product brighter and more beautiful;
  • scissors.

For an easy lesson, you will not need special tables with a complete description of the actions.

  1. Fold the edge of one tape. We wrap it with another ribbon, tying a knot. We will have a live loop that can be used to pull up the end.

  1. We fold the loose ribbon into a loop, threading it into the finished loop. This buttonhole is made from a different tape.

  1. In the figure, the orange loop is large. We thread green into it, threading it. The orange was tightened. Such actions must be repeated until the desired size of the product.

  1. To finish the job, you need to tighten the edges of the bands.

This simple product example is suitable for beginners because all two ribbons and a simple braid are used.

A little practice

Craftsmen are advised to use high-quality ribbons for products. Usually, one accessory takes 2 m of each color. It all depends on the chosen product. For the work of the weaving pattern. For example, the following:

And although many schemes in a foreign language are easy to understand. The pictures have detailed description, which will help to cope with weaving.

Beautiful bracelets can be created with more complex weaving. For example, this. Such a product is woven with ribbons, called "round" or "lotus". It will last a long time due to its rigidity.

Take two 2 m ribbons and a pin as supporting material... This master class is a solid diagram, so carefully study the pictures when working.

  1. Fold in a cross as shown.

  1. We perform one-to-one actions, as in the illustrations.

  1. To complete the first stitch, pull all ribbons tightly.

  1. The previous steps must be performed before the right size... Here's a bracelet.

Simple difficulties

Flowers are made from ribbons beautiful and naturalistic. They are easy to make, but more materials are needed. The plant, the stages of the appearance of which will be shown, are made using the kanzashi technique. It's fun and fast. Most often they are worn in hair or adorned with dresses, skirts, etc.

Progress:

  • use petals;
  • glue;
  • stamens (sold in specialized handicraft stores);
  • pliers.
  1. We make 5 or 6 petals using the kanzashi technique. We put the petals on the needle, pulling the thread through them.
  2. Do not tighten the knot to insert the stamens!
  3. We grease the stamens with glue and insert into the flower.

  1. Remember to tighten the thread from the petals, tying in a knot. Such a flower is ready. You can collect a whole bunch!



A few tips. In order for the product to turn out the way the needlewoman sees it, you need to remember a few rules. They will make the job easier. These are the developments of professionals who have been working with ribbons for many years, weaving a variety of accessories.

  1. Choose the color for the product very carefully. Everything comes from history, when each color had a specific meaning.
  2. Do not tighten the eyelets too tight, as it will be difficult to undo and appearance will become sloppy and less pronounced.
  3. The pin is needed as an aid. It holds the tapes during operation.

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