The production of flower rope

Fancy cords and festoons originated from Europe. They are all historical floral art. They are spread to the present and we can see them all over the world.

This kind of popular decoration has different types and styles; plain and simple, luxurious and high-level. At the same time, depending on the situation, different techniques can be used in the process of making flowers and festoons.

Name

Flower string, festoon is actually a general term for similar flower ornaments, so sometimes it seems confused. Generally speaking, drooping flower ornaments, whether cylindrical or drop-shaped, are called festoons; half-moon-shaped, with two heads and tailsThe one that can be hung is the flower rope; the whole set of ornaments, including the pendant pendant and the half-moon shape, is also called the flower rope. In countries around the world, the flower rope and festoon also have different names.

Basic flower string

In simple terms, the flower rope is a rope made of leaf material. The method is easy to make; first choose a branch or pine and cypress, cut off the small branches on both sides, leaving the main stem. As the small branches are made of rope or ironBunch the branches with the thread to become a festoon. The festoon made from the branches is harder, and it is not like using hemp rope instead of the branches to make those flexible, which can be molded into various shapes. The common flower rope is 1cm diameterhemp rope

The flower rope made of pure leaf material has its elegant side. It is used to decorate classical buildings or indoors. It is flat and has a unique style; it is used to match and harmonize the colorful static flower decorations. It is also distinctive.

There are many shapes of flower ropes, which are closely related to material selection and application skills; for example, a flower rope made of green leaves or pine and cypress is completely different in appearance, texture, and the festival it symbolizes.

Among the many kinds of festoons and festoons, due to the different production methods and basic structures, they all have their own personalities; cylindrical, drop-shaped festoons, showing solemn and elegant appearance; loose appearance and beautiful irregular lines, givePeople feel natural and comfortable.

Premium flower rope

If we add flowers and fruits to a basic string, we will transform a simple string into a high-level string.

Adding beauty to the ordinary has different communication. The easiest way is to tie the cut flowers into many small bunches with moss, and then add these small bunches to the completed flower string with needles and binding techniques.One method is to tie the tied small bouquets and leaf materials to a twine in order to make a flower string.

If you want to find more inspiration for making flower cords and festoons, you may as well refer to European historical pictures and sculptures. There, you will find many unexpected examples. Among them are flower cords and festoons full of flowers and fruits.Symbolizes perfection and wealth.

In addition to flowers and fruits, fabrics cloth and ribbons are also commonly used as ornaments on flower strings. When choosing ribbons, please note that ribbons can be used for decoration and have practical uses. Although ribbons are not necessarily usedIt is a tool for connecting flowers and leaves. Do it according to the tradition, at least in appearance.

Production skills

The most important technique for making floral cords is bundling. We can also cooperate with other techniques according to different designs to effectively make economical and beautiful works.

For example, when making long flower ropes, many materials are used. Based on the principle of no waste, we can probably use cheaper materials or those that will be discarded that are not too fresh. First tie them at the bottom, and then put them on the outer layer.Cover with the best and fresh flowers and leaves. In this way, it is not only economical, but also makes the flowers particularly plump and rich.

Grass is a cheap but versatile material. A long time ago, people have begun to use grass to make all kinds of utensils and festoon garlands and other pillars. Because the bottom structure needs to be dividedThe layers and parts are bundled into a rudiment. The soft dry grass is most suitable for this kind of sculpture. At the same time, the toughness of the grass can also allow acupuncture techniques to add flowers, leaves and fruits.

It's just that grass seems to be widely used and affordable, but nowadays social technology is advanced, and grass has become unavailable. In this case, we can only use other substitutes; such as dried flower spring, styrofoam,Packing sawdust, paper products, etc. If fresh flowers are needed, spring or fresh moss can be used. In addition to keeping freshness, fresh moss also shows the color of nature.

Finally, we must pay attention to the structure of the hook. The flower rope and the ribbon knot of the festoon should be directly connected to the main hemp rope instead of tied together like the flower material and leaf material. In this way, when the surrounding flower material is dryYes, the ribbon on the hook will not loosen.

Picture 1

The drooping flower type is called the festoon. The half moon type is the flower cord. The whole is also collectively called the flower cord.

Figure 2

When making high-end flower rope, you can choose different types of pillar materials such as grass, styrofoam, flower spring or fresh moss.

Picture 3

Foliage, fruits, materials and ribbons can be used to make flower cords and festoons. The most important thing is to study historical pictures.