Elegant and light organza topiary.

Today it is very important to use hand made work to decorate the interior. And if such work was done with her own hands, then she has every right to become the pride of the housewife. If you have never tried your hand at creating a topiary, then I advise you to read the author’s recommendations and try to make such an unusual tree of happiness, which, thanks to its theme, will be relevant all year round. You can decorate your home or workplace with such an unusual thing, or even give it as a gift to one of your friends.

First, let's prepare everything that will be needed in the process of making a tree of happiness:
1. Floral organza in blue or light blue.
2. Base ball. This could be a foam ball or a ping pong ball.
3. Toothpicks.
4. A small metal bucket (flower pot) or coffee cup.
5. Blue sisal.
6. Hot glue gun.
7. Small stapler.
8. Scissors.
9. Beads.
10. Panicles of dried flowers. In this case, the author uses lagurus.
11. Alabaster.
12. Water.
13 Container for mixing the solution.
14. Pre-painted twig for topiary trunk. The author uses a corilus branch painted with silver paint from an aerosol can.
15. Marine decor: shells of different sizes, dried sea stars.

1 step.
Since we plan to decorate the topiary with organza, we will begin the work process. First, cut the organza into strips about 5 cm wide and cut these strips into squares. You will need a great many squares.

Step 2.
Then we put together the pieces from the squares to decorate the ball. To do this, take two organza squares and place them on top of each other as shown in photo 3. Fold the resulting structure in half (photo 4). Then cut it in half again to make a triangle like this and chop off this part in the corner with a stapler (photo 5). As a result, you have a detail that will help you decorate the base ball. This part is called a “pound”. According to the instructions described above, make quite a lot of pounds.

Step 3.
In this case, the author uses a foam ball as a base. If you use a ping pong ball, then you just need to glue the pounds to the surface of the ball, but in the case of a foam ball, it will be better if you first glue toothpicks to the pounds using hot glue and then just stick the toothpicks with pounds into the surface of the foam ball.

Step 4
Now let’s take the base ball, make a hole in it equal in diameter to the barrel and secure the barrel with hot glue.

Step 5
After the glue has cooled and firmly secured the barrel in the base ball, apply a drop of glue to the surface of the foam ball and carefully insert a toothpick with a previously glued pound.

In this way, we decorate the entire surface of the ball with pounds, carefully observing that there are no unfilled voids.

This is what your base ball, completely decorated with organza, should look like.

Step 6
Now we need to strengthen the preparation of our tree in the flower pot intended for it. To do this, dilute alabaster with water according to the instructions, carefully fill the previously selected pot with this mixture. If there is a drainage hole in the pot, it must be sealed before manipulating the alabaster.

Step 7
Now we evenly insert the blank of a tree of happiness into a pot filled with diluted alabaster. We hold the workpiece for some time to give the mixture time to harden a little, otherwise the tree will tilt to the side and the result will not be the one you expect.

Step 8
After the alabaster has completely hardened, we will cover it with sisal. We glue the sisal using hot glue.

Step 9
Now let's take beads and dried flowers and decorate the topiary.

Step 10
Then we add shells and a starfish and you can admire the result - the exquisite “Sea Breeze” topiary is ready! Many thanks to the author for the idea and detail!

When thinking about what to please our family and friends for the holiday, we are often at a loss, fearing that our choice will turn out to be unoriginal or even worse - unnecessary. However, a gift made with your own hands, which preserves the warmth of your heart and soul, will always be to your taste.

Delicate organza topiary is an ideal gift for any occasion. Topiaries are, among other things, a fashionable and fresh interior solution for any home. They are called trees of happiness because they cause joy and upliftment in any person who received them as a gift.

The word “topiary” originated in the times of Ancient Rome; initially it was the name given to slaves who maintained the beauty and originality pleasing to the eye in gardens. Further, this was the name given to the art of decorative care for trees and shrubs; today, topiary refers to miniature interior trees made by hand with the inclusion of natural materials in the composition. You can use absolutely any materials: twigs, elegant shells, beautiful pebbles, moss and dried flowers.

Topiaries are not artistic copies of living trees, so you are not limited in the flight of your imagination.

So, you can get topiary from flowers, pine cones, coffee beans or even fruits. The most delicate and elegant types of topiary are organza topiaries; their creation will be discussed in detail below.

You will learn how to make topiary from satin ribbons from this article:

Organza topiary master class: detailed process

In this part of the article, you will be presented with a step-by-step explanation of the process of making topiary with your own hands.

To make a tree of happiness you will need to stock up on:

• Organza (approximately 2.5 meters will be required, remember that the width of the fabric should not be less than 70cm);
• A foam ball with a diameter of at least 7 cm;
• Glue gun for working with hot glue;
• An elegant flowerpot for composition;
• A stapler (the most common office staple will do);
• Polyurethane foam;
• Sharp scissors;
• Driftwood (remember that it is a decorative load-bearing element, so it should be aesthetically attractive);
• Wire;
• Atal or brocade ribbons;
• Decorative details to suit your taste.

Step by step instructions

It’s better to start working with the trunk of the topiary; if you haven’t found a beautiful and smooth driftwood yourself, buy one already processed at a decor store or hand-made studio. An original solution is to decorate the driftwood with a satin ribbon or paint it in the color you want; gold or red will look especially fresh. If you decide to decorate the driftwood with a satin ribbon, do not forget to secure its end with hot glue.

An interesting option for decorating driftwood would be white twine or lace.

When the driftwood is ready, insert it into the blank ball, be careful: it should stand evenly and firmly, you can “plant” it with hot glue. Afterwards, you can start decorating the flowerpot, for example, you can wrap it with harsh thread, put it on hot glue, or decorate it with lace or fabric. Next, fill the flowerpot with polyurethane foam, but not to the brim; remember: polyurethane foam can increase in volume. Insert a driftwood into a flowerpot with foam and leave the future tree overnight; the next day, remove excess dried foam. Then start working with organza, cutting the number of squares you need, make pounds (how to make pounds is written below), fold the blanks in a place convenient for you, for example, on a tray. Next, place each pound on hot glue in turn, thus securing them to the ball. As a result, you should have an organza crown.

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All you have to do is decorate your tree; the process is not limited by anything other than your imagination and the general concept of topiary. You can see an example of a finished topiary in the photo.

How to make organza buns for topiary

Let's figure out how to make organza pound cakes. Fountains are small decorative parts that allow you to assemble a topiary, like a puzzle. You need to cut small squares of organza, no more than 7 cm in length, give preference to floral organza, it will not cause you trouble in the creative process, ordinary organza tends to crumble along the edges.

The resulting squares need to be folded diagonally, slightly shifting the corners, and then bend them so that you get an accordion, secure the pound with a stapler or pin. Sometimes they are fastened with thread, but this will significantly increase the working time.

Topiary made of flowers and organza: main differences

If you want to please yourself or your loved ones with fresh and bright topiary, then you can make topiary from fresh flowers. To do this, you need to stock up on a floral sponge, flowers of your choice, decorative elements, a base for the trunk, a flowerpot and cement.

Step by step process:

1. To begin, wrap the flowerpot in a bag, fill it with ready-made cement, not reaching 5-6 cm from the edge, place the trunk in the middle and leave to dry overnight, after hardening, cut off the edges of the bag and fill the pot to the brim with a floral sponge.
2. After wetting the sponge, decorate it with moss.
3. Next, arrange the fresh flowers to your liking by simply sticking them into the sponge and securing them with ribbons to the wooden base.

Remember: the more flowers, the more lush and colorful your composition.

Then decorate the topiary with ribbons, beads or lace. This topiary is good because you can change flowers and decor as desired and necessary.

New Year's topiary - we decorate the interior to fill it with a festive mood:

Organza topiaries: wedding gifts

If you are going to attend a wedding, then you are clearly faced with the question of what to give the newlyweds. Of course, it is customary to give flowers as the main gift, but usually at weddings there is such an abundance of flowers that the young people don’t even pay attention to them, and a few days will pass and all the beauty will fade, not a trace will remain of your efforts.

With a little effort and effort, you can truly surprise and delight the newlyweds by giving them a handmade topiary for their wedding.

Creating organza topiary for a wedding “Lilac Happiness”

To make it you need to stock up on:

• Foam base ball;
• Pink floral organza (about 5 m);
• Trunk (35-40 cm);
• Flowerpot (preferably ceramic and elegantly decorated);
• Wedding figurine;
• Satin flowers;
• Satin ribbons;
• Alabaster;
• Acrylic pink or lilac paint;
• Glue gun;
• Stationery stapler;
• Scissors.

Let's start by painting the trunk lilac or pink, while it dries, prepare the pounds, then secure the trunk to the base (you can put it on hot glue). Having diluted the required amount of alabaster in the pot, we place the trunk with the base there. Leave it overnight to harden. Next, carefully and consistently fix the pounds on the base, forming a crown. In addition to the pounds, it is necessary to harmoniously glue flowers onto the base; there should not be many of them, their purpose is to enrich the composition without weighing it down. Finally, decorate the flowerpot with sesal and thread beads on a fishing line along the trunk. You can install a wedding figurine under the crown.

Topiary “heart” made of organza: doing it right

Making a heart-shaped topiary using a technology similar to making regular organza topiary:

1. First of all, prepare a flowerpot, wrap it with fabric, for example red, lace or ribbons, fill it with cement, polyurethane foam or alabaster (your choice, depending on what is more convenient and familiar to work with).
2. We fix the trunk in the solution with a heart-shaped base-ball attached to it. You can either cut it out of foam plastic yourself or buy a ready-made blank.
3. After the solution hardens and the trunk with the ball is fixed, you can begin to form the crown. The funnels are fixed with hot glue using standard technology. It is better if you start filling the tree from top to bottom or in a spiral.
4. When the crown is ready, do not forget about the decor; decorate the flowerpot with moss or sesal, and the crown itself can be decorated with beads or feathers.

How to make organza topiary with your own hands (video)

Topiary is happiness embodied by your own hands; it is not just an accessory for interior decoration, it is a symbol of home comfort and peace in the house.

Organza topiary in the interior (photo)

The word “topiary” came to us from the Roman Empire. It is believed that this decorative tree can bring prosperity and happiness to the house. One thing is certain: this unusual handmade product can enliven any interior, please the eyes and soul and become the embodiment of creative ideas. If you still haven’t decided to create an organza topiary with your own hands, even beginners will be able to repeat our step-by-step master class.

Topiary: what is it and what is it made from

Topiary is an unusual composition that skillfully imitates a neatly trimmed tree. This decorative item will add a touch of originality and individuality to any interior. Topiaries are distinguished by a huge variety of materials used and ideas embodied.

Here is a list of just a few options for creating a topiary:

Making our own “tree of happiness”

Today's master class will help you make a luxurious organza topiary with your own hands without much effort. The result will definitely please you, because organza is a material that is very pleasant and easy to work with. And the decorative decoration made of organza looks cute, gentle, neat. In addition, it retains its original appearance for a long time without weighing down the craft.

Materials and tools

To create your own tree you will need a certain “topiarist’s kit”:

• organza of a certain color;
• foam ball - the crown of the future tree;
• trunk;
• wooden skewers/pins/toothpicks;
• pot (ceramics, plastic);

• Styrofoam;
• gypsum solution;
• decorative elements (here it all depends on your imagination. These can be plastic fruits, butterflies, flowers, beads, balls, birds, ribbons for decorating the crown or pot and much more).
• stapler;
• Hot melt glue.

Base, stand and barrel

So, the ball acts as the base. We used foam plastic as an example because it is light and at the same time durable, easy to work with and change shape. But you don’t have to focus only on this option. You can choose a plastic ball, a base made using the papier-mâché technique. A hole is made in the lower part to secure the crown.

Not only a pot, but also a small vase with smooth edges, a bowl, a basket, etc. will look great as a stand. You can decorate the stand in all sorts of ways: varnish, tie with strands, threads, decorate with beads, ribbons, paint with acrylic paints, etc.

Advice. To make the result of your work look elegant, and not clumsy and disproportionate, make sure that the crown of the tree is larger than the stand.

To create a strong and beautiful tree trunk, you can use the following available means: thick wire, wood/plastic pegs, unusually curved branches of a real tree. The wire is folded in such a way as to make a barrel approximately the thickness of a thumb (it can be a little thinner/thicker, it doesn’t matter), smeared with glue and wrapped in a beautiful fabric, twine, etc. The tree branches are cleared of bark and opened with varnish.

Organza flowers

Let's look at some simple ways to create flowers for topiary.

1st method. The whole ribbon is lightly burned along the edge with a flame and rolled into the shape of a branch. The bottom is secured with a needle and thread. The result is neat rose buds.

2nd method. Several different sized templates are prepared, say, from thick paper. With their help we cut out organza blanks. Again, carefully burn along the edge with a flame. Then we put it in a pile and decorate it in the center with a bead, glass beads, etc.

3rd method. Cut the organza into small squares (with a side no more than 7 cm), fold it diagonally, slightly moving it to the side and lay it out like a fan. It turns out a lush, light flower made from candy wrappers.

Flowers are attached to the base using glue or decorative pins. And the previously described decorative elements are added.

Product assembly

All the blanks are at hand, now you can put everything together. We fill the stand with foam plastic pieces, carefully insert the end of the barrel and fill it with a solution of gypsum, cement, foam, etc. We decorate the surface of the finished foundation with sand, artificial grass, decorative stones, and beads.

Advice. To prevent the trunk of the tree from being fixed crookedly, make sure that it maintains its position unchanged for about a day (until it dries completely).

We make a hole in the lower part of the crown, fill it with hot glue and carefully put it on the trunk. We make the final touches, check the finished product from all sides and our tree of happiness is ready!

Our master class is over. Now you are ready to create your own masterpieces! We wish you inspiration and good luck!

Topiary made of organza and satin ribbons: video

Organza topiary: photo

If you take scraps of unnecessary but beautiful fabric, you can make an original Christmas tree decoration. Both bright or shiny fabric and transparent, iridescent fabric are suitable. The organza ball looks airy, but at the same time it is voluminous and sparkles beautifully in the electric light. Such a decoration will not overload the branch, which means it can be hung even on the very edge.

If you make a dozen of these balls of different sizes, they can be hung throughout the room.

Materials:

• organza;
• matching threads;
• scissors
• saucer.

Manufacturing method

1. Draw a circle on a piece of suitable size. To make it even, we use a saucer. Cut it out.

2. You need a lot of these fabric circles. In order not to cut each one separately, you can fold the scraps of fabric all together.

3. Pin the first round piece to them with tailor’s pins. Now we cut off all excess with scissors.

4. You get several circles of fabric of the same size.

5. Fold each one in half.

6. Bend the straight edge towards the middle of the semicircle.

7. On the other side we do the same.

8. We secure the workpiece in the corner with a pin so that it does not unbend.

9. We make at least eight such petals. But the more there are, the denser the ball will come out.

10. We sew a corner of each workpiece with thread.

In today's tutorial we will learn how to make organza topiary with our own hands. The manufacturing process is simple, suitable even for beginners.

In order to start making organza topiary, you will need:

• foam ball with a diameter of 6 cm;
• 1-1.5 meters of green organza;
• decorative fruits;
• pins;
• cardboard tube 13 cm long and? 2.5 cm;
• 0.5 meters of brown satin ribbon 2 cm wide;
• ceramic flowerpot;
• a bunch of green sisal;
• a piece of foam;
• and other decorative decorations (butterflies, birds, ladybugs);
• glue gun;
• scissors.

1. It is necessary to connect the prepared cardboard tube with a foam ball using a screwing motion.

2. Wrap the pipe in a spiral with a satin ribbon, starting from the ball and not reaching 3-4 cm to the end of the pipe. We secure the beginning and end of the satin ribbon to the pipe using a glue gun.

3. Next, we prepare organza blanks. We cut squares measuring 6x6 cm, the number of which depends on the desired density of the tree cap. We bend the resulting workpiece in half, shifting the corners. We collect the resulting element into a bun and secure the tip with a pin.

4. The resulting blanks should be evenly distributed over the foam ball.

5. After finishing work on the top of the tree, you should proceed to its lower part. We prepare the flowerpot. I cut out a piece of foam plastic to the shape of the flowerpot and insert it tightly inside.

6. Then insert the untreated end of the cardboard tube, using a twisting motion, into the prepared flowerpot. To check stability, it is necessary to place the semi-finished product on a flat surface.

7. After completing the main stages of work, the tree should be decorated with decorative elements:

a) we start from the top, i.e. from the top of our tree. The wire on which the fruit is located needs to be trimmed a little, then stick it between the organza leaves. Distribute the fruit evenly throughout the ball.

b) next we decorate the inside of the flowerpot with a bunch of green sisal. Using a glue gun, apply a few drops of glue in a circle to the exposed foam plastic and apply sisal. You need to press it down and wait a few seconds until the silicone cools completely.

c) further decoration of the finished product is done at your discretion.

8. If you correctly and clearly follow the instructions for making a “tree of happiness,” you will get a wonderful and timeless decoration for your home.

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