How to make balls from thread and glue: decorate the ball by wrapping it with yarn

Good afternoon.

Let's continue the theme of decorating the house and Christmas tree with our own hands. We have already made snowflakes and Christmas tree decorations from paper, and it’s time to reach a new level and make something that will make your guests ask: “Where did you buy such beauty?” And you will modestly answer that everything was done yourself.

I'm talking about balls of thread. They look great, are easy to make and can be used to create garlands, lampshades and just decorations for the Christmas tree.

And today we will learn how to make them. If this is your first time encountering such creativity, then don’t worry, our master class will be held in stages and any beginner will easily understand this simple matter.

We will look at several methods, each of which has its own trick, and at the end of the article you can safely say that you now know all the intricacies of making balls of thread.

Materials for making a ball from threads and PVA glue

You will need:

Glue

When using high-quality glue, the structure will be smooth. Craftsmen advise using furniture PVA with o, there should be no lumps or foreign inclusions in it. When dry, emulsion glue looks unnatural, like a transparent cocoon.

Threads

For greater effect, take wool threads of different shades. Choose a rich palette combined with high strength. Depending on what kind of ball you want to get, choose very thin cotton threads, more durable ones, or wool yarn.

• Needle;
• Balloon;
• Scissors for cutting out small parts.

Why are they created?

​The decor of balloons wrapped in threads is very attractive. It can be used for completely different purposes:

• as elements for children's crafts (New Year's crafts are especially interesting and bright - for example, balls or snowmen made from balls);
• for organizing holiday decor. Balloons perfectly complement the created image. They are often used as an alternative to balloons and lanterns when organizing wedding decor;
• as a preparation for creativity. The options for using balloons are limited only by your imagination!

​Creating such decor is not at all difficult. You can involve not only children, but also the whole family, spend time together and make original decorations, or rather blanks for them, because in the future even these most delicate designs can be made much more interesting with the help of decorative elements.

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It is important to follow simple rules

Prepare your workspace by laying down an oilcloth to prevent the table from getting dirty. Also cover the surface where you will dry the crafts with newspaper. Attach a bar above it to which you will hang the workpieces.

Buy large balls, they are more durable.

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Keep in mind that the volume of decoration depends on the number of turns on it. Leave very small gaps for beauty. Do not overtighten the work; uneven distribution will distort the ball of thread and glue and balloons.

Use plastic containers with an open top - a glass, a bowl. Thread a needle and pierce the bottom. Pour glue onto two fingers. Pull the thread through the glue. Remove the needle.

There is another way - pour PVA into a deep plate, unwind the thread from the skein and immerse it in glue until completely saturated. Then start wrapping the ball. Constantly wet the dry part of the thread in the adhesive mixture.

Now you know how to wrap a ball with threads and glue. All that remains is to decorate it. Soak the workpiece well in the glue, turning it on all sides to soak it. Immediately sprinkle with glitter or sequins. Cover the windowsill with oilcloth and lay the balls out to dry.

Do not crush or touch them. Once the threads have hardened, take a blunt instrument, such as a wooden stick, and carefully pry up the edge and separate the inflated balloon. After piercing with a sharp needle, remove the remaining latex. As you can see, making a ball of thread and PVA glue step by step is quite simple, it is important to adhere to the technology.

Festive illumination

In addition to the material for the frame, the main components of the craft include lighting design. There is a whole list of lighting mechanisms for it.

1. Incandescent lighting provides a soft and pleasant glow. But their use in street decorations is considered unreliable. In addition, the backlight becomes invisible if another light source appears nearby.
2. Decoration with LEDs is very popular . After all, they are durable (up to 100 hours of operation), wear-resistant, as they retain their integrity even after falling from a height. Plus they consume little electricity.
3. LED lamps are popular for their colorful glow and brightness. By combining yellow, green and red you can create a real fairy-tale composition.
4. Duralight cord is considered the most practical in creating street figures. Small light bulbs on its surface create a uniform glow. Therefore, duralight is useful not only for creating three-dimensional crafts, but also for making thematic inscriptions and drawings.

In addition to their design features, the mechanisms differ in cost. Therefore, anyone who decides to make a luminous decoration with their own hands will find a suitable solution for themselves. The main thing is to take into account the conditions for connecting to the electrical network and safety rules in general.

Wedding balls made of yarn

Decorating a wedding event is always a responsible process. Light and beautiful balls look fashionable in rooms with high ceilings or outdoors.

Large balls look voluminous, but weigh little, which is why they can be placed on tables, trees, or on the ceiling.

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To create an atmosphere of celebration and romance, you will need simple materials:

• PVA glue;
• Air balloons;
• Thick threads;
• Needle.

Decide on the size and inflate the balloons to the size you need. Lubricate the surface of large balls with Vaseline or cream. Pierce the bottom of a plastic cup, pour glue, and pull a thread through it. Wrap the balls tightly with thread and leave them to dry in a warm place for a day.

When the threads are dry and hard, pierce and remove the balls.

You can leave the wedding balloons as is, or you can decorate them with flowers, ribbons and even garlands.

Preparation

It makes sense to dig around in the pantry, garage, attic, or find everything at home, the rest - in the nearest supermarket:

• Safe (non-toxic) glue (construction, “pencil”, etc.). Choose one that will be invisible when dry (stationery, liquid glass). Resourceful people can prepare a paste (boil water with starch, cool).
• Balloon. Absolutely different shapes, sizes, colors (optimally round, 10-15 centimeters in diameter). Small items are made from a pharmaceutical fingertip.
• Needle
• Bobbin threads. Their different structures absorb glue in their own way and have different drying times. It is important to note that thin threads will make the product brittle in case of any mechanical damage, so it is better to use large ones with a loose structure. Therefore, threads that are used at the post office for parcels are suitable for creation. “Temari” of various textures and colors look impressive.
• Vegetable oil, cream, Vaseline (so as not to spoil the craft when removing).
• Protective equipment (gloves, etc.).
• Newspaper (will prevent damage to the floor).
• Decor (ribbons, beads, sparkles, sequins).

A bowl

Making a bowl out of thread is a fun activity, and you can make any kind of bowl this way. However, it will be fragile and can only be taken from the side or under the bottom.

Prepare the place, cover the table with newspaper.

You will need:

Any small diameter plate with low sides.

1. Cling film
2. Thin wool thread
3. Glue
4. Scissors

Master class with photos step by step

Measure the circumference of the bowl and cut the rope to three times that length. Wrap the plate in cling film so that there is no excess left and turn it upside down.

Pierce a plastic container with a needle and pour in glue. Lay the yarn on top in the form of a pattern for the future craft.

Set the blank aside for 20 to 24 hours in a warm room with low humidity. Remove the container and remove the film. The resulting bowl is filled with light objects

Decorative elements - beads, tinsel, stars, bells

Roll a cardboard cone and glue its edges; it will serve as the basis for the Christmas tree. Cut off any excess. To easily remove the finished tree from the blank, wrap it in foil.

Pierce the bottle of glue and pull the thread through. Wrap the cone evenly from bottom to top clockwise. Leave small distances so that the structure is stable.

Remove the Christmas tree from the base when it has dried in a dry room. Decorate with New Year's tinsel, bows, snowflakes, wrap it with a ribbon, and put a star on the top.

Snowman made of balls

This fun winter figure won't take much time to complete.

Take the following materials:

• balloons;
• white and orange or red yarn;
• needle;
• glue;
• beads or beads for eyes;
• buttons;
• pieces of fabric;
• thick paper.

Prepare your work area. Wind up four layouts.

For the body you need a ball larger in volume than the others, for the head - a smaller one, and for the arms - two very small ones. Roll a narrow cone out of thick paper and wrap it in film. Wrap the nose blank with red or orange thread. Secure the tip of your nose well.

After 6-8 hours, when the threads are completely dry, pierce the balls. Connect the shape one by one. Glue the smallest parts on the sides.

Sew the carrot nose to the snowman's head with white thread. Cut a rectangular piece of red fabric and hang the scarf on the figure.

Glue two beads onto the pre-marked spots for the eyes. Add black buttons. Sew a triangular cap onto your head.

If you will be hanging the figurine, sew a loop to the topmost ball. It is advisable to spray coat a large toy with varnish for durability.

New Year's ball made of thread and glue

Making a ball of thread with your own hands is a fascinating process, especially if you are doing it on the eve of the New Year holidays. Children will definitely enjoy making their own toys.

You will need:

Wool or cotton yarn of different colors;

• balloons;
• PVA glue;
• ribbons;
• needle;
• glue gun.

Decide on a color scheme. Inflate the balloon and wrap it with thread, crossing it. Remember that the strength of the toy depends on the density of the winding.

Hang to dry in a warm, dry place until hardened. You can additionally dry it with a hairdryer. After 6-8 hours, separate the ball with a wooden stick.

Pierce and pull out from the thread frame. Add rhinestones or bows. Balls can be hung on ribbons, decorative laces or fishing line.

A few secrets of making crafts

In order for crafts made from PVA glue to be of truly high quality and last as long as possible, it is necessary to use only proven materials. So, the threads should be as strong as possible and resistant to external factors. Glue should be chosen of exceptional quality, with high adhesive properties.

All necessary materials should be at hand, because handicraft requires care and perseverance. The surface must be clean to avoid contamination of the craft elements.

New Year's garland

Before New Year and Christmas, people decorate their homes with bright lights. However, if you truly love hand-made things, you will be interested in making your own garland of thread balls. You will have to work hard here, but the result will pleasantly please you.

Materials

1. Threads.
2. Air balloons.
3. Glue.
4. Garland.

Procedure

Determine the desired length of the future product. The calculation is simple - 1 element on average will have a diameter of about 10-12 centimeters. In the store, choose a battery-powered garland with sufficient distance between the bulbs.

Inflate the required number of balloons. Lubricate large ones to make it easier to separate them. Wind the glue-soaked thread. The thinner the thread, the tighter the winding.

Try to make all elements the same density and size without distortions. Leave them for 12 hours in a dry room. Separate the walls of each ball and burst. Remove any leftovers.

There are two ways to attach the balls

Expand the gap between the threads on both sides and string them like beads. Enlarge one hole and insert 1-2 light bulbs into it, and attach the ball itself with wire.

Extraction

The completely dried craft is removed. It is necessary to remove it carefully so as not to damage the product.

Methods:

• Poke the balloon several times until the air comes out;
• untie the tail or cut it off, slowly blowing it off.

Balls of thread - photos of beautiful works

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