Porcelain crafts for beginners - Features of the material, interesting master classes, beautiful photo examples

Porcelain crafts are based on environmentally friendly cheap material, which is inherent in the form of plasticine or clay. It does not need to be fired or baked, two days are enough for it to solidify, acquiring a sure strength and density.

It is not necessary to have an art education and special skills in creating unique colorful things, using a similar technology.

History

In the XIX century, the first samples of such creativity appeared. The Argentines were called the pioneers. But at the same time in Russia, according to archival documents, Peter Ivanov created interesting floral compositions designed to give refinement to perfume bottles for the imperial family.

The technique of manufacture has not lost its popularity, to this day, delivering a real pleasure and stimulating a vigorous imagination. The only thing is that the specimens require special care; humidity softens them and the sun discolors them. High temperatures cause them to dry out, low temperatures cause them to deteriorate. Layer-by-layer varnish prolongs their life, which provides, in addition to protection, a sparkling, shiny appearance.

Components of cold porcelain

To make your dreams come true and get in touch with the art, you do not need specific ingredients. The substance is available and malleable, working with it is safe and fun even for a small child. The mixture includes:

  • PVA glue - 200 g;
  • corn or rice starch - 1 cup;
  • glycerin - 2 tablespoons;
  • baby cream - a quarter of a tube.

The components are mixed and left for 20 minutes. No longer can be kept, proceed immediately, covering the entire volume, if possible. To increase the shelf life, you can add citric acid. Filled with water will make the work fragile, dye the composition with any food dyes or chalk. Only after 2-3 days, it is time to work on decorating the surface.

Variant with cooking

For this recipe, prepare a glass bowl, a wooden spoon and a non-stick saucepan. Combine:

  • cornmeal - 2 cups teaspoons;
  • PVA glue - a cup;
  • glycerin - a tablespoon;
  • hand cream - the same amount;
  • a little lemon juice.

Stir over medium heat until the concoction acquires the configuration of a ball and is sticking off the walls. Place on table and roll until malleable, like dough. Some people add a drop of perfume for a nice aroma.

Specialized mixes are also offered, but the beginner must try to work with homemade mass, because it is cheaper, a comfortable consistency is in the process and at any moment you can recreate a new batch. Delightful specimens are very demanding, and they must be stored away from UV light and liquids.

First steps

Products made of porcelain are combined, using buttons, lace, shells. On top, they are decorated with sand, beads and even semolina. Before starting the manipulation it is necessary to have the following tools:

  1. An object for rolling.
  2. Scissors, toothpicks, tweezers.
  3. Brushes and paints.
  4. A cutting board.
  5. Glue.
  6. Rags and wet wipes.

Initially, the images you like are taken from the Internet. It is better to start with flora themes, including vegetables, fruits, berries.

Magnificent sakura

To create a delicate flower, the material should be divided into two parts of white and one-time tone. Combine the differently colored plates by cutting into rectangles, which will become the future petals. Using tools, shape them, making a pink shade at the base and a white shade around the edges. Staple, leaving a hole in the center to thread the stem wire. When the parts are dry, assemble them into a twig that replicates the actual plant.

Pretty Roses

The initial step is to convert the porcelain ball into a drop. A toothpick coated with glue is put through it, fixing it on foam rubber. Leaves are dealt with in advance, they should already be dry. Petals are made from the same droplets, flattening them with your fingers. Glue them together around the perimeter of the core, giving a natural curve and achieving a natural look.

Souvenirs - ideas for porcelain crafts

Cold porcelain serves as the basis for souvenirs: trinkets, figurines, flower pots and vases, which will be a good gift for family and friends. The home environment allows you to sculpt stunning masterpieces, including elegant little things and voluminous decorative accessories:

  • exclusive costume jewelry: rings, pendants, hairpins;
  • candlesticks and lamps;
  • effective tableware: cups, glasses, plates;
  • Funny animals and cartoon characters;
  • photo frames;
  • bouquets for brides;
  • Christmas toys and garlands;
  • Easter eggs;
  • greeting cards.

Room design will look picturesque and spiritual, if a monochrome wall stylishly inhabited by airy butterflies or maple leaves, in the greenery cozily arranged funny snails, and in winter to the table call appetizing apples and pears. Acquiring the highest class is the chance of any craftsman with regular practice.

Unparalleled earrings

Molding delightful jewelry is quite simple. All elements are prepared separately and glued to the selected fittings. Having folded the desired pattern on the needle, dry it, and then, pulling out a sharp device, insert the thread into the hole. For decorating, crystals, sequins, pebbles and other eye-catching accents that happen to be at the hand of the craftswoman are suitable.

Unusual basket

The idea of a wicker model will bring an original atmosphere to the furnishings of the apartment. Procedure:

  1. Having rolled out the brown porcelain, we cut it into rods.
  2. Spread them out on a rounded pattern, giving the shape.
  3. Glue to the base of a flat round bottom.
  4. After drying, weave the basket, decorating the metal handle with a pigtail, like a rim.

 

The lively appearance of the product will fit successfully into the interior design, standing out brightly among the household items and pleasing to the eye.

A kind of needlework gives joy, develops imagination and leaves a sense of aesthetic satisfaction. Children develop fine hand motor skills and the ability to think creatively. It is possible that the favorite hobby will eventually become a source of additional income, as things are in demand in the design of restaurant interiors, in art salons, hotels.

Photo ideas of homemade crafts from porcelain

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