All about autumn topiary

If you want to diversify the interior, pay attention to the topiary. These are crafts of amazing beauty, with which you can expressively decorate the house. The finished product, made independently, will differ from the store products originality.

Topiary is also called the "tree of happiness." This is a compact decorative tree made of natural or artificial elements. As a rule, such crafts have a round crown and a small thin trunk.

This type of needlework came to us from Europe. There are many topics used in the manufacture of crafts. In the article we will talk about the autumn topiary.

Anyone can make a bright and colorful product made of artificial or natural material on the theme "Gifts of Autumn". You do not need to have special skills, the main thing is diligence and creativity.

Before you begin, you need to prepare a special set for creativity.

Any needlework involves the use of certain materials. Topiary in autumn theme can be made from leaves (real or artificial), berries, acorns and other objects that are associated with this charming time of year. You can also use various decorative elements, such as beads, fabric ribbons, figures and much more.

Experienced craftsmen who have been manufacturing “trees of happiness” for more than one year are advised not to limit their imagination and experiment during work.

To make a charming autumn topiary with your own hands, you need to choose the appropriate master class and follow the instructions.Work must begin with the preparation of the necessary tools and materials.

We will need the following.

• A set of basic decorative elements of the desired subject: leaves, chestnuts, acorns, berries, fruits, etc.
• A small piece of fabric for decoration. To match the theme, it is recommended to opt for the following colors: red, yellow, gold, shades of brown, orange.
• Old magazines or newspapers.
• Ice cream sticks made of wood.
• Thick paper napkins without a pattern.
• Styrofoam.
• Gypsum.
• Harness (twine) and threads.
• Compact cardboard box.
• Glue. For work, two teams are needed: “Moment” and PVA.

Performing work step by step.

• The basis of the future tree is a ball. To create it, you need to crumple several newspapers and give them the desired shape. To keep the paper in shape, use strong threads to fix it.
• After the base is ready, it needs to be glued with napkins. Work should be done carefully so that the napkins lie flat and do not tear. To proceed to the next step, you need to wait until the glue has completely dried (use the composition of PVA). Have to wait a few hours.
• Now let's move on to creating the trunk. An ice cream stick is useful for this. We insert this element into the ball and wrap the barrel with twine. So the item will look more attractive. To fix the end of the harness, use the “Moment” glue.
• Now for the tree you need to prepare the base (vase). In our case, this is a box. The easiest way is to paint it in any color, but to make the craft look more expressive, you can use the remaining sticks for decoration. We glue the box with them. After the box, decorated with wooden elements, you can paint with gold paint.
• To keep the topiary firmly in the box, it should be strengthened. To do this, you can use an additional vessel, the height of which coincides with the height of the box. We place the tree in a bowl, fill it with plaster and put the craft in a vase in a box. For the gypsum to dry completely, you need to wait about 24 hours. We place the topiary in the center of the prepared flower bed.
• The empty space in the box around the vase is worth decorating. To do this, fill it with polystyrene and cover it with a cloth.
• Now the blank must be decorated. It is necessary to attach decorative elements to the round crown. You can choose any mounting method, for example, with glue. If you use artificial decorative elements placed on pieces of wire, they can be inserted into the crown and fixed with adhesive.

Autumn "tree of happiness" is ready. The original handmade craftwork can be placed in the apartment or presented to a loved one as a presentation. To keep the craft look for a long time, use artificial decor. You can also combine two options, for example, combine artificial leaves with natural acorns and branches.

Consider another version of the manufacture of autumn crafts.

In this case, you need to prepare the following.

• Capacity as a basis for wood. This time, we’ll choose a regular flower pot for small flowers.
• Foam ball. This is the crown of the product. To make it, you need to connect several parts of this material with glue. Diameter - from 12 to 18 centimeters.
• Jewelry. Any decorative elements that meet the autumn theme will do.
• Each tree needs a trunk. It can be made from several branches tightly wrapped with tape. A branch with a diameter of about a centimeter is also suitable.
• To decorate the trunk, you should prepare bright fabric ribbons or a tourniquet.
• Gypsum is needed to fix individual elements.
• Experienced craftswomen recommend using a special glue gun. It’s convenient to work with him. Stock up on a large number of glue sticks.

Workshop on manufacturing.

• Let's start with the preparation of the crown.In the crown of foam, you need to make a hole for the trunk.
• Place the base (trunk) of the future tree in a flower pot and fill it with gypsum. Make sure that the barrel is located in the center. Wait until the fixative is completely dry.
• After the composition has hardened, a foam crown must be attached to the barrel. Pour glue into the prepared hole with a gun and connect the two elements.
• After the adhesive has dried, you can proceed to the most interesting - decoration. Use a heat gun to attach leaves, bows, ribbons and other decorations. Artificial apples and miniature pumpkins also look impressive.

After making the topiary, you need to find a suitable place for its installation. It is worth noting that in this case there are no exact rules and prohibitions. In order for the craft to decorate the interior and please the eye, it is necessary to establish a “tree of happiness” in such a way that it is noticeable. You should also make sure that the autumn topiary will be in harmony with other objects in the decor.

• If you intend to decorate a kitchen with a miniature tree, place the product away from the sink and gas stove. In order for the craft to retain its appearance, it must not come into contact with grease, water, or other contaminants. In such conditions, the craft will quickly become worthless and will have to be thrown away.
• Also, the autumn crafts will look great in a bedroom, hall or living room. This option is more preferable for maintaining the appearance of the product. Make sure that the tree does not come in contact with direct sunlight, which will cause it to fade.
• If possible, put the topiary in a cabinet with glass doors. So you can enjoy the product, and it will be protected from dust, moisture, pets and small children.

In addition to the right place for installation, the craft needs competent care. Even in the cleanest room there is dust that eventually settles on the surface of the topiary. So that it does not spoil the appearance of the product, it must be periodically disposed of.

You can do this in the following ways.

• With a damp cloth.
• Car or standard vacuum cleaner.
• Hair dryer with cold air function. Hot air can damage the product.

We picked up some interesting photos for your inspiration.

• Bright and colorful topiary. Artificial apples and berries add a special charm to the product.

• An original and interesting craft. With the help of such a tree, you can decorate any room in the house.

• A tree made of colorful maple leaves. A dense tourniquet was used to decorate the base.

• Compact and original tree, which will be a wonderful gift for a loved one.

• Small topiary, decorated with colored fabric ribbons and artificial flowers.

• Such a "tree of happiness" will not be left without attention. A large number of decor (flowers, berries, leaves and branches) was used for its decoration.

See how to make your own autumn topiary with your own hands in the next video.