Making lilies from Isolon

Crafts from Isolon made in accordance with all the instructions look beautiful and are of good quality. Many interesting things are made from this material, including various types of flowers. In this article, we will learn how to make chic lilies from an isolon.

Not everyone knows what an isolon is and what features it has. Often, it is this material that is used to make all kinds of colors that differ in a beautiful and catchy appearance. Initially, the material was used only for insulation, but since it is universal, it was often used in the production of sports goods, puzzles, and leisure items.

Simply put, Isolon is a polyethylene foam characterized by high elasticity and a structure consisting of cells. It is produced in different colors (pink, white, yellow, orange, blue and many others). The width of the roll can be from 1 to 2 m, and the thickness is from 0.2 to 10 mm.

Crafts from Isolon look impressive and attractive. With their help, you can decorate the interior or surprise someone with an original gift. The demand for Isolon as a material for needlework is due to certain features.

• The material is characterized by a soft structure. It is easily cut (both ordinary scissors and a knife are suitable for this), while the master does not need to make unnecessary efforts.
• Not “afraid” of temperature fluctuations. It is not combustible.
• If the material is exposed to high temperature values, it will begin to stick together.
• Even under the condition of stretching, the isolon has the previous structure without any changes.
• Fixes seamlessly with high-quality glue, thread or a stapler.
• It can absorb paintwork materials with which it has been coated. The only exceptions are acrylic paint mixes.

Very beautiful and elegant flowers can be made from Isolon. For example, it can be beautiful lilies - a favorite craft of many masters who prefer to work with this material.

If you decide to make polyethylene foam lilies yourself, then you should pre-select certain materials and devices, without which the work will be impossible. Consider what you need to have on hand for the manufacture of artificial flowers:

• Isolon
• high-quality scissors for tailors (instead of them it is permissible to use a special mounting knife);
• hair dryer (not necessarily building, you can use a household with 2 heating levels);
• glue gun (it is recommended to use only those options in which it is possible to switch the temperature conditions);
• stapler, staples and thread;
• paints (suitable in spray cans or acrylic).

When you buy all the necessary components, it is advisable to allocate for them a place where they will lie next to each other. Thus, the master will not have to waste time searching for the required device at the right time, because they will all be at his fingertips.

Not only an experienced, but also a novice master can make elegant lilies from Isolon with their own hands. The main thing is to act gradually, in stages. Do not rush and rush. You should be patient, then the work will lead to more productive and enjoyable results. If you have not dealt with Isolon before, it’s recommended to study a detailed master class to create a floral crafts, where all the necessary steps are described step by step. Let's get acquainted with some options.

Isolon is the material from which very interesting lighting fixtures are made. It can be a stylish table lamp, a chic floor lamp or a miniature nightlight - there are a lot of options. Let us consider in stages how the master can independently assemble a beautiful lamp from home-made lilies.

• The main thing that the master will have to do is build a stem and a ceiling.
• To assemble the ceiling, you will need to remove the ring from the cartridge, fasten to the coupling. From the isolon, cut the lily petals. It is necessary to pre-make blanks having suitable sizes.
• Using a hair dryer, you need to warm the edges of the petals and give them a realistic shape with your fingers.
• Then you can collect the flower bud. Large elements must be attached to the lap joint.
• To make the stem, you will need to bend the support ring from the part of the pipe. The remaining half will bend curly so that the lamp is as stable as possible.
• Lightly strip cable ends from insulating coatings. Insert them into the holes of the cartridge, tighten with screw parts.
• Pass the cord through the coupling of the lampshade, and then pass through the stalk of a homemade lily. The cores removed from the other end must be cleaned and installed in the plug.
• After that, you can proceed to install the switch in the wire gap.
• The final stage will be the assembly of the entire lighting device. Pull the cord, glue the sleeve to the pipe.Gently mask portions of joints with sepals.

Large growth flowers are very popular today. They are often installed in various photo zones or decorated with interiors. It is possible to make such an original design with your own hands, using isolon. Let's analyze a small MK to create such a work of art imitating a huge lily.

• For the manufacture of chic growth lilies, it is recommended to use a material whose thickness is at least 1 mm.
• First, the master must prepare all the necessary templates. They are drawn on a sheet of paper or cardboard, and then transferred to the isolon.
• Cut the necessary elements of the lily must be very carefully, strictly along the contour. To do this, you can use a clerical knife.
• Next, the cut components must be heated under the action of a hairdryer. During the warming up, the "spare parts" of the flower are gently stretched by hand. The side by which the petals will be attached to the base should not stretch.
• On the corners of the sheets you need to carefully apply a small amount of hot glue, and then wrap them in a tube.
• Think in advance how many petals will be in your growth craft.
• While pressing the petals to the base rod, with your hands form stiffeners in the middle. This component will retain the shape of the artificial lily.
• For growth flowers, you can build the same stem as in the lamp considered above. A large pipe or thick wire wrapped in green material (for example, tape tape) is suitable.

Particularly spectacular and attractive look artificial lilies, which are in a beautiful pot, in harmony with the surrounding interior. Many craftsmen prefer to make just such flowers. Moreover it can be large growth specimens, and not just small flowers on the windowsill.

If you want the pot to contain a growth lily from Isolon, you should carefully consider the design of the future capacity and the level of its capacity. A hollow plastic tank or barrel can be used. You can get a good pot if you knead the cement, insert a pipe into the barrel, and then pour the solution into it. At the end of all work, the tank will need to be decorated and decorated in an interesting way, so that it looks more attractive.

If you have decided to independently make a luxurious lily from Isolon, it makes sense to listen to some useful tips and tricks that relate to creative work.

• To make a stem for an isolon lily, you can use not only a dense wire, but also a metal rod of small thickness or even a plastic cocktail tube. It all depends on the mass of the bud.
• In order for a flower made from Isolon to really look as realistic as possible, the master must know exactly what this culture is in nature. For comparison, you can print photos of lilies or bring home a real flower. The key to success is attention to all the little things and details: petals, stamens, leaves.
• All templates and blanks of future flowers (both small and growth) should be carefully prepared. Cut them carefully, step by step.
• To heat different parts from Isolon, a hairdryer is often used. However, there are such masters who are more familiar with using an iron.However, in advance it is necessary to establish more gentle temperature conditions, for example, “wool”, so as not to harm the material.
• To cut parts from the isolon, it is important to use only sharp knives and scissors. With dull tools, you risk spoiling the material or getting sloppy workpieces that will make the appearance of the craft messy.
• It is recommended that you carefully consider the future design of an ordinary growth flower or an Isolon lamp. You can make detailed sketches indicating all sizes and nuances. Then it will be easier and more convenient to work. Only an experienced craftsman can do without a detailed work plan.
• Crafts from Isolon can be additionally painted. To do this, they often use spray paint, acrylic enamel (one of the best paints and varnishes), rubber paint (durable and wear-resistant solution). It is not recommended to use a special car enamel, since it does not differ in economical consumption and is expensive.
• When working on the shape of the future home-made flower, the master should take into account the fact that the product should be as elastic and magnificent as possible.
• It is permissible to fasten the various components of flower arrangements from the material considered using threads, and not just high-quality adhesive solution. For some masters, this method of fastening seems more practical, but for some it does not fit at all.
• For the manufacture of high-quality and beautiful crafts, it is recommended to select only a high-quality isolon. The material must be reliable and practical. Good products can be found in specialized stores. You can hardly find a quality isolon on the market. In addition, matter should not be too thick or thin.
• You can use a soldering iron to glue the parts together. This is a non-standard way, but it is practiced by many masters.
• Keep in mind that although the isolon is light and airy, the lush and large flower head can be quite massive. For such crafts, you must first come up with stable coasters or containers. The design should firmly stand on the floor, the bud should not outweigh the product.
• If you are just learning to work with Isolon, it is recommended to use the optimal material, whose thickness is 2 mm.

Luxurious lilies made by craftsmen from Isolon can be wonderful interior decorations or unexpected, original gifts for various holidays. The main thing is to correctly make such a decoration, observing all the nuances. Let's look at some beautiful examples.

• Stunning decoration of the situation can be growth flowers from Isolon. It may be a tall stalk on which several large pink buds are attached. Such a component will look harmoniously in an interior designed in calm, pastel shades.

• In the interiors, where dark tones predominate, a classy table lamp, realized in the form of snow-white lilies with a yellow center, will find its place. Artificial flowers can be placed in a white compact pot with a raised surface. The original product will look good on the bedside table.

• Growth isolon lilies of a snow-white hue with a built-in lamp will look attractive against the background of a wall decorated with milk brick. To make the craft stand out more and draw attention to itself, it should be placed on a high saturated green stem with the same colorful leaves. Black stamens will gently dilute the surrounding white.

• If you want to bring variegated and “sweet” colors into the atmosphere, you can make a tall green stem with 3 large buds that have rich pink centers and snow-white edges.The product can play the role of a simple decor or an additional floor lamp. It can be placed near a free wall, finished with materials with a predominance of gray and white shades.

• Homemade lilies with large and voluminous white buds can be supplemented with dark green leaves and a stem, and then placed in a neat brown pot, imitating a living plant. With this component, the interior will become more welcoming and comfortable. The room will always retain a special homely warmth, even when there is a winter cold outside the window.

• Isolon lilies with white lush buds with purple tinting closer to the center and stamens look bright and original. Such a design will find its place both on a light and on a dark background.

On how to make a night lamp "Lily" from the isolon, see the next video.