Kokoshnik is a native Russian headdress in the form of a shield, decorated and embroidered with multi-colored jewelry. Holidays in the old style, which were an integral part of the lives of our great-great-grandmothers, are becoming more and more relevant.
The New Year is approaching, which means it’s time to decide on the theme of this fabulous night. If the elements of your decor are made in the old Russian style, then having a skillfully sewn doll in a bright sundress and a shining headdress is necessary. We’ll find out further how to make it from improvised means.
Ideas and patterns of kokoshniks
Russian crown pattern - the process is long and requires attention and perseverance. Therefore, be patient and purchase the necessary items for the product.
To create the basis of a tiara-shaped headdress you need to have:
- cardboard,
- measuring tape,
- pencil,
- tracing paper and chalk for marks.
Step-by-step creation of the foundation:
- Measure the doll's head from the top of the head to the bottom of the cheek.
- Fold the tracing paper in half and draw a rectangle at the marked points.
- Fold the top of the rectangle into the shape of a doll's head.
- Cut out the resulting template, unfold it and try it on the toy. It should fit snugly to the doll's head.
- Decorate the top of the kokoshnik as you wish.
After the measurements have been taken and the tracing paper template is ready, you need to transfer it to thick cardboard and cut it out with scissors. The finished pattern is pasted over with pre-prepared material.
REFERENCE! The material used is a bright, shining fabric that will effectively reflect light and shimmer. Brocade or satin are good material options.
The pasted pattern should be decorated with ribbons, sparkles, beads and precious stones. Then sew on a cardboard base on which the headdress will be held on the doll’s head or glue it to the hair for strength.
How to make a kokoshnik for a Snow Maiden doll with your own hands
The Snow Maiden doll is an undoubted symbol of the New Year, so its presence in the house near the festive table will bring good luck and health. But the image of the Snow Maiden is not complete without a luxurious headdress - kokoshnik.
To create it you need to have:
- Whatman;
- Pencil;
- White tulle;
- Glue;
- Brocade;
- Rubber;
- Decorative elements to choose from.
Step-by-step instruction:
- Cut out the cardboard base according to the pattern.
- Wrap the kokoshnik in tulle.
- Sew at the edge along the entire length of the headdress.
- Create a sketch of patterns on whatman paper that will later be transferred to the item to be manufactured.
- Transfer the sketch with a pencil onto tulle.
- Trace the patterns with gold glue.
- Decorate the kokoshnik with prepared decorations.
- For convenience, you can sew a brocade hat to which the product will be attached.Another option is to attach the headdress to the doll's head with hot glue.
How to make a kokoshnik from paper
The fastest option for a kokoshnik is to create it from paper. Making such a miracle will not be difficult and will take a little time.
You will need:
- The paper is white;
- Multi-colored self-adhesive paper;
- Satin ribbons;
- Scotch tape, scissors, needle and thread.
Making a paper kokoshnik, like any other, is based on a pattern. You need to glue paper of the selected color onto it. You can also cut out flowers, circles or drops from glitter applique paper.
IMPORTANT! To preserve a paper product, it is necessary to laminate it or simply cover it with tape.
An elastic band is glued to the back of the headdress, with which you can easily put the Russian crown on the doll’s head. The final step of the work is to attach satin ribbons to the sides as decoration.
How to make a kokoshnik from cardboard
Making a kokoshnik from cardboard is not much different from the paper version. The advantage of this material is that the cardboard pattern and base of the headdress are much stronger than paper. If you plan to use cardboard applications as decoration rather than beads and rhinestones, the simplest option would be cut out snowflakes, flowers and curls. Play up the cardboard product with originally designed edges and an unusual shape.
Conclusion
Making a kokoshnik for a doll with your own hands is quite simple. The main thing is to follow the instructions and not be afraid to use your imagination. A doll in a luxurious Russian headdress will become a wonderful symbol of the holiday in your home and will cheer up your children.
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