A DIY tiara is an original hair decoration for any little girl, girl or bride. This wonderful decoration for your little princess will bring the joy of completely entering into the image of a fairy-tale heroine.
When going to special events, girls style their hair with original jewelry. Among modern fashionistas, all kinds of tiaras, placed on the hair in the form of a crown, are popular. Jewelry is made from different materials - precious and simple metals, beads, seed beads, etc. Tiaras made from beads and seed beads look very beautiful and elegant. In order for the product to be original and unique, it is best to make it yourself. This article will reveal to novice craftswomen the secrets of creating a tiara from beads and beads with their own hands.
Description
Previously, it was believed that the tiara was an accessory only for men. In ancient times, women did not wear such jewelry. Then it was customary for Roman kings and Greek gods to wear a diadem on their heads.
What is the significance of the name of this decoration? Diadem is a word that comes from the Greek term "DIA", which was the name given to the headband worn by priests in Greece. Hera, the goddess of family and marriage, was often depicted with this decoration.
Nowadays, a crown (tiara) is also used as a decoration on a wedding veil. The tradition of using the tiara as a wedding crown began in the fifth century. From the beginning of the 17th century, such decorations became popular at balls and receptions. Noble ladies loved to complement their outfits with this accessory. Sometimes the first letters of the hostess’s name were laid out on such decorations.
Nowadays a tiara is an adornment available to everyone. Girls prefer to wear tiaras at proms and charity balls, and little girls love to wear homemade children's models to their schools and kindergartens. Little kids often ask their parents to buy jewelry. However, you can do it yourself. Moreover, the manufacturing process is quite easy.
What it is?
A tiara is a decoration in the form of an open (less often closed) hoop , which the bride puts on her head. It is worn above the forehead, closer to the back of the head, or on the forehead (like a bandeau).
A characteristic feature of the products is their resemblance to a crown, the presence of teeth or a raised front part.
Compared to a crown, a tiara is usually lighter and adapted to be worn with a certain type of hairstyle. Read everything about the bride's accessories in this section .
The tiara differs slightly from the diadem - the first type of decoration is often made as a closed hoop, more massive and varied in shape and quantity of decor .
In short, the difference is in volume and weight. The tiara is a lighter and more elegant decoration . But in most salons they turn a blind eye to this difference and may call all the products on display “tiaras.”
Despite its origin (from Persia), the tiara is now considered part of “European chic”; this type of head decoration is (or was) included in the “crown jewels” of most monarchical families.
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During the reign of the Romanovs, a tiara in the form of a kokoshnik was one of the favorite decorations of empresses and grand duchesses; now the “Vladimir” tiara is worn by Queen Elizabeth.
Formally, this type of head decoration is considered a symbol of royalty, greatness, and dignity . It cannot be cheap or look vulgar, and the overall image of the bride should match her style and discreet luxury of the outfit.
Princess Diana / Queen Elizabeth / Kate Middleton
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Do it yourself
A handmade tiara is an original decoration. This accessory will suit any little princess. So, how is a tiara made for girls? Now we'll tell you. To make a children's tiara you need: wire (4 mm thick), multi-colored beads, a metal hoop, wire cutters.
You need to cut 80 centimeters of wire. A large bead should be attached to it and a loop should be tightened. Then you should make a spiral of wire, and secure slightly elongated petals around it. At the end, twist the wire a little and attach a large bead in the form of a tamer. All the petals must be braided with a thin wire, on which small and medium beads have been pre-strung. In the same way, you need to weave two more small flowers
Now you need to decorate the hoop. The first step is to screw on the small flowers.
Now you need to carefully secure all the elements and wrap them with thin wire. Then all that remains is to straighten the flowers, and the wire tiara is ready.
Hair decoration made of beads and seed beads
Professional craftswomen skillfully make unique hair decorations using beads, beads, headbands or wire of different diameters. To frame the bride's head, tiaras are created, consisting of intertwined branches and lace leaves, based on centuries-old traditions.
The photos below show examples of homemade ornate decorations. A variety of models are made with different types of fastenings: side, comb-shaped, rims, etc.
It’s not difficult to weave a simple decoration, so let’s try to create a unique work of art.
Video tiara made of beads and seed beads
Preparatory stage
To weave an unusual elegant crown we will need working material:
- hoop base
- pliers
- thick and thin wire
- four types of beads: large beads, 4x6 mm beads, five large beads and five large drops
Master class on creating a simple tiara from beads and seed beads
The proposed master class will help beginning needlewomen learn the basics of French weaving techniques and learn how to create any desired decorations.
The extraordinary tiara consists of five similar elements of three sizes: one large, two medium and two small. Let's start weaving from a large fragment.
We cut a thick wire, twenty centimeters in size, and string a bead onto it. We move the assembled element to the center of the segment and twist the wire.
Having made six turns, we connect the ends of the wire and string a drop-shaped bead on them.
We do several twists.
Next, cut a piece of thin wire and screw it to the base.
We string eight large beads onto a length, moving them towards the base.
We make a couple of turns of wire over the droplet.
We collect eight more beads and make curls under the drop.
Thus, the first row was formed.
The next row is formed from twenty-four beads by winding the rod. There are twelve elements for each half.
The next tier is created in a similar way. For it we string thirty-six pieces of beads - eighteen fragments on each side.
To weave the last row, 6x4 millimeter beads are used. For the entire row we collect thirty-four pieces: seventeen on each side. We wrap the prepared set around the rod, carefully fix it and cut off the thin wire. The first part of the crown is ready.
The second part of the product is made identically to the first. Only this element is formed from three rows: the first two, as in the previous description, and the third - from beads six by four millimeters, in the amount of twenty-four pieces. We make two such parts.
Similarly, the following fragments of the product are weaved, consisting of two rows: the first - beaded (sixteen units), and the second - from 6x4 mm beads in the same quantity.
Having finished creating all the elements of the tiara, attach them to the headband. Carefully screw the parts together, starting from the central part of the product.
With a little effort, we get an unfinished decoration. We cut off the excess ends of the wire.
To make your jewelry sparkle, you need to hide the unsightly protruding wire well. This can be done using a silver thread, simply wrapping it around the rim.
But a bezel entwined with beads will look more beautiful. To decorate a product with beads, you need to string beads onto a fishing line, as shown in the photo below.
Next, we tie one end of the fishing line to the base and wrap the beaded thread around the rim in a spiral, carefully hiding the unsightly gaps.
As a result of interesting, painstaking work, we get beautiful hair jewelry.
An elegant headband will beautifully decorate a girl’s head at a gala evening, emphasizing the beauty and majesty of its owner. Homemade jewelry will suit any evening outfit. Such products will be the best birthday present for a close friend who will be delighted with such a unique present. After all, in homemade things there remains the positive energy and warmth of the hands of the person who creates fantasy objects.
We invite you to watch a video tutorial on how to make a crown with your own hands. You will learn how to create such an amazing head decoration and make your daughter happy. The process is simple and will be a pleasure. For a little lady, this will be the best gift for any holiday or celebration. And all you need is a hoop, wire, a brooch with crystals, droplet beads of different sizes and a little time. Good luck!
Wedding decoration. How to make a tiara with your own hands
This tiara is worn on the forehead. Any bride can make such an accessory on her own; you just need to have a chain, earring, or necklace.
You need to put a drawing of the tiara on a napkin and cut out a model of the decoration. Cover the product with rhinestones, and use brocade to make a frame for the stones. It will turn out beautifully and reliably. Having finished with the brocade, you need to make holes for the stones and make a pattern of beads around the outline. A hoop is put on the bottom under the brocade. A wedding tiara should be strict and feminine. It is desirable that it matches the dress.
DIY tiara for prom
Greek style decoration is perfect for prom. The manufacturing process will not take much time. You need to stick pebbles on the small rim. At the same time, string several beads and leave them hanging. If you style your hair appropriately, this tiara will look absolutely stunning. She will please any girl. All that remains is to choose a suitable outfit in the same style and you can shine at the prom. You need to remember that a well-chosen decoration is already half the success.
Manufacturing
- The first stage of weaving. You need to weave exactly nine pieces of shamrocks with 3 beads, one with four. Collect the trefoil petals in one chain. This must be done in a certain order. First there are 4 trefoils, on which three beads are strung. Then a shamrock in the center. Then you need to repeat 4 trefoils with three beads.
- Decoration assembly stage. The ninth trefoil, on which there are 3 beads, needs to be attached to the central petal. The design will be reliable only with a common green cross for all leaves. To make the tiara look more beautiful, you need to add decor to the right and left sides of the product.
- Final stage. It is necessary to create a strong frame for decoration. To do this, beads should be placed on the iron wire for the entire length of the product. Then you need to attach this frame to the tiara using thin wire. Align all the links and you can start fitting. The DIY tiara is ready.
How to choose decoration?
If you buy a tiara, it is better to choose a model made of white metal, for example, white gold. You need to wear the accessory like a headband, directly in your hair. It is advisable to buy jewelry that already has teeth. This will be an additional fastening so that the tiara does not fall off.
The tiara should be the only active decoration. Large massive necklaces, earrings or bracelets do not go well with it. It’s worth giving up even rings. If you want to complement the tiara, then you need to do this with the help of miniature jewelry. Mini earrings or bracelets will do.
In modern fashion, the tiara has taken a place of honor. Many famous designers use tiaras in their collections. Using rhinestones from a small open crown, the image of a real princess is created. The designer has a chance to show his imagination. This decoration can be created in any way.
Hairstyle and tiara
As for the hairstyle, it is important to remember that bangs cannot be worn with this decoration. It would be better if it was removed. The absence of bangs will make it possible to highlight the cheekbones. Most often, hairstyles for the crown are made from long hair, combing the curls and transforming them into a beautiful updo or perm with playful curls.
The tiara looks amazing if you let your hair down. Tiaras look elegant on curls collected in a high hairstyle. The decoration will look good on hair that is gathered in a bun at the top and with a curl hanging down. The main thing is that the hairstyle emphasizes the beauty of the product.
Photo
Several photos with different options for hair tiaras:
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Face shape and tiara
If a girl has a square-shaped face, then it is best to choose a tiara strewn with stones along its length. Ladies with a triangular face are well suited for jewelry that is evenly shaped and has no sharp edges or hills. It is recommended to pay attention to models with a floral pattern.
Women with an oval face can choose any style of jewelry. However, an asymmetrical headdress will look unusual. To make the oval of the face appear more elongated, round-faced ladies need to choose tall tiaras with sharp edges. Any lady will be able to choose her own special piece of jewelry. It will turn a simple girl into a real princess.
Tips, creative ideas
In order for the tiara to look harmonious and beautiful on your hair, you need to choose the right hairstyle. First of all, if a girl has bangs, it is best to pin them up or carefully move them to one side. This will help highlight the cheekbones and make the face more sophisticated. Create a beautiful hairstyle with voluminous curls. This styling is suitable for any special event.
If a fashionista has a square-shaped face, it is better to make the jewelry decorated with rhinestones and beads all over the hoop. An evenly shaped accessory without sharp parts looks great on girls with a triangular face shape. Choose floral patterns to create a sophisticated tiara.
For fashionistas with an oval face type, any decoration option is suitable. Volumetric, multifaceted, floral options or elegant decorations with geometric patterns. Large, wide products suit chubby girls; they visually elongate the face.
A tiara is a beautiful, elegant hair decoration that is worn for special occasions. You can easily make it yourself from a variety of beads and rhinestones. You just need to take a little time and use your imagination.
