The creation of a photo zone or individual decor elements for a festive photoset is an important part of preparing for the first birthday of your beloved baby. The central link of the composition for a year - the number 1 - can be done by hand. Large and small, variegated and monochromatic, flat and voluminous - choose any one. Detailed master classes and a selection of the most interesting ideas in the photo will help you create a real masterpiece.
Basis for volumetric number 1
For large DIY birthday crafts, a foam blank is ideal. Despite its impressive size, this figure is light and stable. It is also done quite simply - on a piece of foam it is necessary to apply a pattern of one or build a diagram directly on the material in accordance with the desired dimensions of the finished product. Next, you need to cut a unit along the marked lines with a sharp clerical knife. It is important to process, clean up the cuts and try to make even, slightly rounded edges.
Even if you have never done such crafts before, and you get not the most ideal number 1, it's okay. Most jewelry options hide flaws perfectly.
Another way to craft the basis for a volumetric figure is to use cardboard. Moreover, the larger the finished unit is, the more important it is to make a frame with a cavity inside. Even if you glue several sheets of cardboard together, the meter number can bend in the center from the weight of the jewelry, and it will also turn out to be rather unstable.
How to make a volumetric unit from cardboard step by step:
- Apply a template of the future product on a dense, even cardboard. See below for sizes and examples of patterns.
- Cut along the lines you have drawn.
- Glue the parts with paper tape.
- Decorate with colored paper, cloth, twine or other materials.
Giving the number 1 the shape of a box, it is not necessary to make the back wall. This is especially true for bulky crafts. The back side will still not be visible, and the creation of a unit will require much less source materials and time to work. In addition, such a product is lighter, more convenient to carry and transport.
If the unit is made of fabric, then it is advisable to make the base from thick foam rubber. If you want to fill the pillow with holofiber, then you will have to sew the naper first. Felt crafts do not require a frame at all. It is enough just to sew two parts together, if desired, fill it with holofiber or cotton wool with a thin layer. When a figure of about 50 cm or more is required, it is advisable to use a cardboard base to give the product stability.
How to decorate the unit?
The main work is behind and the basis for the number is ready, it remains to decorate the surface. Any material can be used. The main requirement is safety for the baby. There should be no toxic substances, strong smelling elements, small and sharp parts. Similar requirements apply to glue as well. It is permissible to use a stapler, but only on the condition that the child then does not play with the craft.
How to decorate the decorative number 1:
- corrugated, craft or colored paper;
- paper table napkins;
- the cloth;
- felt;
- twine;
- threads;
- pom-poms;
- satin ribbons;
- foamiran;
- air balloons.
Corrugated paper
This is one of the most popular ways to decorate a piece. The explanation is simple - it does not require special skills and abilities, the materials are available, the result is amazing.In this case, corrugated paper can be glued in different ways - cut out long borders from it with an edge cut in the form of grass (fringe), fold small squares or form flowers.
How to make the number 1 for a year from corrugated paper:
- Prepare a cardboard frame.
- Cut many colors out of corrugated paper.
- Using a heat gun, glue the paper blanks on the cardboard so that there are no empty gaps.
- If desired, attach additional decor - a bow-tie, crown, bear, pony, unicorn.
Napkins
Ordinary paper napkins can be used instead of corrugated paper. Moreover, the thinner they are, the more tender and beautiful the finished craft is.
Do-it-yourself napkin unit step by step:
- Make a base from thick cardboard.
- Fold the napkins together in several pieces (at least 3-4), cut out a circle.
- In the center, collect in the form of a bud and secure with a paper clip from a stapler.
- Straighten the edges of the flower, fluff it up.
- Glue the entire surface of the number with the resulting blanks.
Fabric, felt
A unit for a year with your own hands can be made from fabric. The result is a cute pillow that your child can play after their birthday. The first step is to make a base - to sew a napert in the form of the number 1 or cut a unit out of foam rubber.
Next, you need to make a pillowcase so that the pillow can be washed. You can decorate the finished product at your own discretion. Popular ideas are the name of the child embroidered with threads or sewn from felt, all kinds of fabric appliques, flowers from ribbons, organza or tulle.
It is advisable not to use when decorating beads and buttons or to sew them very tightly.
Small numbers in the form of toys are often made of felt. For such products, it is not necessary to make a frame; it is enough to lay a layer of holofiber between the two main felt parts. You can also decorate at your own discretion - flowers, toys, fairy-tale characters, butterflies.
Twine, threads
A very interesting idea for small units of 30-60 cm in size. It is not necessary to make a volumetric frame. It is enough to cut out the cardboard base. Further, it is required to tightly wrap it with twine or threads. It turns out a craft in eco-style that will fit well into most photo zone designs. You do not need to use a large amount of decor; one or two neat bows or several flowers will be enough for decoration.
Satin ribbons
First you need to prepare a base made of cardboard or foam. At the same time, a flat surface and edges are very important, since this is one of those crafts where flaws will be noticeable. Next, the workpiece must be tightly wrapped with a wide satin ribbon. Fasten the edges with a stapler or hot melt glue.
Decorations should be made from less wide ribbons, organza, felt, paper or any other materials. It is on such numbers that embroidery with large beads or an applique made of buttons looks beautiful. But do not forget about safety, so attach small parts to the craft with high quality.
Air balloons
To create a one, you will need to inflate a lot of balloons. They can be attached to a wire frame, which will give the desired shape to the product and help to keep it in the future. Balls of the same size are inflated according to a pattern so that the craft looks neat and harmonious. You can also make a composition from balloons inflated with helium or assemble an aeromosaic.
For examples of units made of balloons, see the photo:
Templates for making the number 1 and decor
To simplify the task of making a unit, use ready-made templates and stencils.
Useful photo materials for making a frame for a volumetric figure 1:
Templates and stencils for the manufacture of decorative elements from plywood, cardboard, paper, felt and other materials:
Photo units for girls
For interesting ideas for decorating the number 1 for a year old girl, see the selection of photos:
Photo number 1 for a boy
How interesting it is to arrange a one for a boy's birthday, look at the photo:
Video for making number 1
Detailed master classes on making the base and further design of the unit are presented in the video.
How to make a cardboard frame:
Number 1 from napkins:
Corrugated paper unit:
Balloon composition:
Aeromosaic:
Number 1 made of fabric and felt:
A one-year-old child can be made of cardboard, paper, polystyrene, balloons, fabric, felt, tourniquet and other materials. The main thing is that this decorative element does not pose a danger to the life and health of the birthday person, as well as little guests. Choose an interesting idea and bring it to life. Colorful and funny photos will be provided.
