In Rus', a mandatory element of women's costume was the kokoshnik - a bright headdress.. In the modern world, such an accessory is used as an imitation of a folk costume. You can sew and decorate a kokoshnik yourself, with your own hands.
DIY kokoshnik decoration
In ancient times, the traditional decoration of the kokoshnik was pearls. Modern technologies offer great scope for imagination. The headdress can be decorated in various ways, according to personal preferences.
Available options:
- bead embroidery;
- decoration with rhinestones, sequins or gems;
- flowers or ribbons.
The process of working with each of the options does not take much time and effort.
When a suitable decoration method has been chosen and all materials have been prepared, you can begin to work.
Embroider with beads
Beads are one of the popular options. Girls in Rus' often used this material as a decoration for their headdress.
Materials:
- beads (the size and color of the beads are selected depending on personal preferences);
- monofilament;
- beading needle;
- glue gun (you can use instant glue).
A beaded ribbon is suitable for decorating the edge of a kokoshnik. In this case, it is recommended to weave a ribbon from several rows of beads. When the ribbon is ready, use a glue gun to carefully glue it along the edge of the headdress.
Addition: for a brighter accessory, it is recommended to use beads of different shades.
The area of the kokoshnik itself can be decorated with an ornament of flowers. Flowers are attached in a similar way to ribbon: using glue. For the New Year's version, an ornament of figured snowflakes is suitable.
To give a more elegant appearance, you can make a small mesh and sew it to the bottom of the kokoshnik. It will be placed on the forehead.
Decoration with rhinestones and sequins
Decorating with these materials is somewhat more complicated, since each element must be glued (sewn) separately.
Materials:
- rhinestones and sequins (you can add decorative stones or pearls);
- matching threads;
- thin needle;
- pencil;
- glue gun
Rhinestones are also suitable for finishing the edges of an accessory. Using glue, carefully glue the rim. The kokoshnik itself can be decorated to match the style of the flowers. Use a pencil to mark the markings for the sequins. It is recommended to draw the outline from the top corner with a slightly rounded line to form a petal. Let's start the sewing process. Gradually sew sequins along the contour line, forming flower petals. Threads should be chosen to match so that they do not stand out against the general background.
The upper part of the accessory, the headband, does not need to be covered with sequins to create petals, since it is decorated with rhinestones.
In the middle of each petal we make a small flower. To do this you will need a large rhinestone and 4 colored stones.Using a pencil, outline the outline of the flower. We sew a large rhinestone in the center. We decorate the petals with stones. The flowers are ready.
A kokoshnik decorated in this style is suitable for a themed concert or other festive event.
Flowers and ribbons
With the help of satin ribbons, the headdress becomes bright and original.
Materials:
- ribbons;
- rhinestones;
- sequins;
- glue;
- matching threads;
- needle.
Tapes are suitable as fastenings. To do this, place a long ribbon on the back side of the product so that the ends are the same length. Using glue, glue the tape - the fastening is ready. If the fastening is an elastic band, you can simply wrap it in a satin ribbon and carefully hem the edges.
Let's move on to the front part of the accessory. Here you can also stick a ribbon on the rim of the kokoshnik. An important point is the color scheme: make sure that the kokoshnik is decorated to match the sundress and fastenings.
Ribbon flowers will be a harmonious addition to the perimeter of the kokoshnik itself. Here you can use the method described above: use sequins to embroider petals and place flowers inside. We stack several small buds (depending on the number of petals). Using glue, place a large rhinestone in the center of each bud. A larger flower is suitable for the central petal, so we fold it separately. Glue the finished flowers into the petals. Try to respect the location of each flower: it is recommended to glue it in the center. With a few simple steps you can create an attractive and colorful headdress.
The work can be done with a child: this useful activity promotes the development of creative skills.
Conclusion
Kokoshniks are the main element of ancient Russian costume.Without it, the outfit turns out unassembled and incomplete. You can make and decorate this headdress yourself in an original way. The product will be bright and individual.
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