Icicles made of plastic. Frosty arts: DIY snowflakes and icicles

Among the New Year's decor, which can be easily made from ordinary office paper, it is necessary to mention voluminous icicles.

Paper icicles are made quickly and look very impressive, especially if you add a small tassel of yarn and a few bright beads to them.

For the craft you will need:

2 squares of office colored paper 9*9 cm;
lace or threads for knitting;
3 beads for decoration;
scissors;
gypsy needle.

How to make an icicle out of paper:

On a square sheet, use folds to mark both middle and two diagonal lines.
We connect the halves of the horizontal line, the figure turns into a triangle of several layers along the edges.
In origami, such a basic figure is called a “water bomb”.
Raise the first layer of the triangle on the right side.
We combine the line that was the side with the vertical line emanating from the vertex of the triangle. Smooth out the folds.
Bend the left side of the resulting quadrilateral to the right. We raise upper layer triangle on the left side.
We repeat point 5.
Turn the figure over to the other side and lift it up right side triangle.
We repeat point 5.
Repeat step 5 for the last (left) side of the triangle.
We make the second half of the icicle in the same way.
Now we make the suspension. Insert a piece of cord or knitting thread folded in half into a gypsy needle.
We pierce the upper part of the icicle in the middle, bringing the needle out from the inside. We remove the needle - a loop remains. We tie a thick knot at the ends from the inside out - such that it does not slip through the hole.
For the tassel, wrap 7 circles of thread around three folded fingers.
We cut the resulting skein in two places and tie it with another thread in the middle.
We put all the threads of the brush together and under the knot we wind several turns of another thread, which we secure with a knot and hide the ends under the turns. We trim the brush with scissors.
We thread both ends of the thread on which the brush is held into a needle, and string 3 beads on them.
Now we puncture the second half of the paper icicle in the center with outside, bringing the needle inward.
Closer to the paper, tighten a thick knot and trim off the excess thread.
We insert both halves of the icicle into each other. This requires accuracy and slowness. Each long, sharp part of the icicle should lie under the short triangle-pocket of the other part. Refill parts sequentially.

For strength, I put a couple of drops of glue under the pockets. Otherwise, the weight of the beads could separate the paper structure.

Enjoy your preparations for the holidays!

Shared master class

Kononenko Anastasia

Inspired by winter art installations and the super popular movie Frozen, this winter themed holiday decor is sure to please everyone, young and old. It takes 2-3 hours to implement, besides, the project will require almost no costs (which is extremely important in the context of the next crisis), or any skills, and the result, as always, is very impressive.

Collect materials :
- White paper (ordinary A4 is also suitable - it can always be glued into several sheets - and in crumpled the seams will never be visible, but the most best option- a roll of kraft paper),
- Ruler,
- Pencil,
- Glue stick,
- Scissors,
- Duct tape.

1. Fold the A4 sheet in half, connecting the long edges to each other, and draw a diagonal line on top of the folded sheet. Not from corner to corner, but by eye: but depending on the length of your right triangle in any case it should be quite narrow. Perhaps the most difficult thing in this sense is to draw a blank for very long icicles, which on top in thickness should not differ too much from small icicles, and at the same time on the bottom should not be too narrow over a long segment.

2. Cut the fold along the drawn line and immediately use a good eraser to erase any pencil marks if there are any left on the triangle.

Open your double piece and glue the smeared edge inside - just behind the fold of the second edge.

5. Run glue along the remaining folded edge and press the edge to the paper in front of it. Immediately wipe off any released adhesive.

8. Trim the open bottom of the pyramid so that the bottom line becomes even with the top of the flat triangle, and the triangle turns out to be isosceles from a rectangular one.

9. Directly along the lines of all folds, make 4 slits from the open bottom to a depth of 1.2-1.9 cm (depending on the ceiling material and how difficult it will potentially be to glue the icicles - the more difficult it is, the deeper you cut).

10. Bend 4 rectangles from the base of the icicle to the side, getting “ears” for which you need to glue your decorative elements to the ceiling.

11. Now just take it and boldly crumple/crumple the icicle, only trying not to crumple the very top. And then open it again: the easiest way to return the icicle to its previous shape is to forcefully blow it from the base. It's amazing how much creasing can transform our holiday decor and make it look much more natural.

We make the rest of the icicles by complete analogy, always trying to vary the size and not get two of the same length.

12. Now we attach the entire composition to the ceiling: we turn each icicle with a vertical seam to the wall and glue it on top by the ears with adhesive tape (not shiny, so that it does not stand out on the ceiling). If you glue your installation in a relatively dark corner, even the top ears will not be visible, and it will seem as if the icicles are real.

First, secure the large icicles (in life, the longest one always hangs usually in the center or near the wall, if the top was inclined - towards the wall) and only then add small analogues where they are missing. In this case, the largest icicle has the length of 4 glued A4 sheets - i.e. about 1.25 meters.

Elena Masalova

On the eve of the New Year before creative teachers The question of decorating the group, halls and other premises for the holiday always arises. New Year magical holiday, which means the decorations must correspond to the fairytale magic. Every time I want to bring something new, unusual, to capture the imagination. But at the same time, decorations should be simple, accessible and not expensive.

This year we have focused on using ceiling tiles . She may be different color and relief, does not require special skills, anyone can master the technology of cutting from tiles.

For the manufacture of icicles we will need ceiling tiles, pencil, template paper, tape, scissors or a sharp construction knife.

Cut out a template from paper icicles and snowflakes.

Translating the template to tiles.

Cutting out parts from ceiling tiles.

Using a strip of tape we form a garland of icicles.

We attach the finished garland to a prepared place - a closet, window, window sill, porch, etc.

Snowflakes and icicles can be used independently as separate elements.

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The time is coming. The most beloved crafts are those that are easiest to make. Foil - the basis of our crafts - is found in almost every home.

To make an icicle from foil we will need:

foil
scissors
glitter
floss threads

Cut out a shape resembling a triangle from foil.

We bend the base of the triangle. Cut off a little thread of floss and fold it into a loop handle. Glue the loop onto the folded edge of the foil.

Twist and squeeze the foil around the loop. We try to give the icicle natural look. It should be wider at the base and taper towards the end. We make several such preparations.

Cover the icicles with PVA glue.

While the glue has not hardened, sprinkle the icicles with blue or any other sparkles.

Shake off excess glitter from the icicles. Our “frosty icicle” is ready! You can hang icicles on a Christmas tree or decorate a chandelier with them for the Winter holiday.

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Many people notice that the older they get, the more difficult it is to re-experience that magical feeling of a fairy tale and miracle that always came to us as children on New Year's Eve.

But we're in website We are sure that the New Year's mood will not keep you waiting if with my own hands make one of these wonderful decorations for your home and Christmas tree. Almost all, with the exception of two or three, do not require much time and some special materials- they can be made in half an hour from what is at hand.

Stars made of threads

Wreath made of balloons and an old hanger

In just half an hour, you can make a colorful wreath by purchasing a couple of sets of inexpensive balloons. Blogger Jennifer, the author of this article, recommends straightening out an old hanger, but if you don't have one, a piece of strong wire will do just fine.

You will need: a couple of sets of balls (20-25 balls different colors and sizes), wire hanger or wire, fir branches, braid or ready-made decoration for decorating a wreath.

Tablecloth made of snowflakes

A delicate and surprisingly festive tablecloth will be made from snowflakes, which we have gotten our hands on since childhood. You can sit down and cut out snowflakes with the whole family, and then lay them out on the table and fasten them with small pieces of tape. A wonderful solution for entertaining guests or just having lunch with the family during the holidays.

Multi-colored hats

The cutest colored hats can be made from leftover yarn, which can be used to make a garland for a Christmas tree or to decorate a wall. Or hang them on a window or chandelier at different levels. Children over five years old will also be great at making this simple decoration. See details.

You will need: bushing toilet paper for rings (or regular cardboard or thick paper), scissors, multi-colored yarn and a good mood.

Lamp “Snowy City”

For this charming lamp, you need to measure a piece of paper around the circumference of the jar with a small margin (for gluing), draw and cut out a simple city or forest landscape. Wrap it around the jar and place a candle inside.

You will need: a jar, thick paper of any color, maybe white, any candle. Another option is to cover the top of the jar with “falling snow” using a special “snow” spray, which is sold in hobby stores.

Balloons with photos

A great idea for decorating a Christmas tree or as a gift for relatives and friends. The photo needs to be rolled into a tube so that it fits into the hole of the ball, and then straightened wooden stick or tweezers. Small black and white rectangular photographs are suitable, and you can also cut the photo according to the shape of a ball or silhouette (as in the case of a cat in the snow).

You will need: plastic or glass balls, photographs, various things to fill the ball - tinsel, garlands, coarse salt (for snow).

New Year's lamps

And this miracle is a matter of five minutes. It is enough to collect balls, fir branches, cones and put them in a transparent vase (or a cute jar) and add glowing garlands.

Embers

Glowing garlands, hidden among cones, branches and pine paws, create the effect of smoldering coals in the fireplace or a cozy fire. They even seem to be heating up. For this purpose, a basket that has been lying on the balcony for a hundred years, a nice bucket or, for example, a wicker container for small items from Ikea will be suitable. You will find everything else (except for the garland, of course) in the park.

Floating candles

A very simple decoration for New Year's table or for a cozy evening with friends during the New Year holidays - a composition with candles floating in a vessel with water, cranberries and pine branches. You can use cones, orange slices, fresh flowers and leaves from a flower shop - whatever your imagination tells you. And as a candlestick - deep plates, vases, jars, glasses, the main thing is that they are transparent.

Snowman on the refrigerator or door

Children will definitely be delighted with this - it’s fast, fun and very simple, because even a three-year-old can handle cutting out large parts. It is enough to cut out circles, a nose and a scarf from self-adhesive paper, wrapping paper or colored cardboard and attach them to regular or double-sided tape.

Snowflakes on the window

Interesting use for a glue gun lying around. In order to glue these snowflakes to the glass, just lightly press them to the surface. For details see our video.

You will need: a stencil with a snowflake drawn with a black marker, tracing paper (parchment, baking paper), glue gun and a little patience.

Christmas trees-candies

Bright Christmas trees can be built together with the kids for children's party or decorate your holiday table with them. Cut out triangles from colored paper or cardboard, attach with tape to a toothpick and stick the resulting Christmas trees into the candies.

You will need: Hershey's Kisses or any other truffle candies, toothpicks, tape, colored paper or cardboard with a pattern.

Garland with photographs and drawings

New Year, Christmas - warm, family holidays. And it will come in very handy with photographs, children's drawings, and pictures. The easiest way to secure them is with clothespins, which can be decorated with hearts or snowflakes.

Origami star

Painted spoons

Regular metal spoons or wooden spoons for cooking with acrylic paints turn into interesting new Year decoration. Kids will definitely love this idea. If you bend the handle of metal spoons, you can hang them on the Christmas tree. And wooden spoons will look great in the kitchen or in a bouquet with fir branches.