The world of colors is mistaken: the amazing art of the samurai

A very interesting technique of needlework - mistaken - the amazing art of the samurai. There she has something in common with herbarium. Of dried flowers, twigs, seeds, pods, leaves and small fruits placed in a press, you can make unique compositions, and the presence of skill and perseverance - these paintings.

A little history

Pressed flower craft, or mistaken - this is another amazing view of floristry originally from Japan. In general, the country is home to many fantastic varieties of arts and crafts.

Once mistaken as a matter of samurai. Yes, it is a formidable warrior, who were famous for their cruelty and excellent fighting qualities.

Drafting of the paintings of flowers requires a special perseverance, concentration, fine understanding of being creative and excellent taste. Warriors practiced technique to develop all of these qualities.

In the second half of the XIX century it was mistaken was brought to Europe and found a lot of fans here. However, a special love for the art exhibit is still in her homeland. The rest of the world technique popular in the form of an exciting and interesting hobby of needlework.

Features mistaken

In the arsenal of many masters of trade secrets and special techniques to create these masterpieces.

Making the picture - this is not the only stage of the work. Flowers, leaves should be collected and to dry, So much so that they maintain their appearance and remained so for a long time.

The plants are cut at a specific day and time, are important and the lunar calendar, and even the weather outside - but it's the subtleties of this "oshibanistov". For beginners, to understand that this is a kind of needlework, need a bit of patience:

• Collect material for work (flowers, seeds, leaves, spikes, fluff, stalks);
• Dry elements (typically used, herbarium grid or ordinary thick book);
• Create a sketch of a panel;
• Share picture (used PVA glue and tweezers);
• Put the product in a sealed box (such goods are sold in stores for needlework);
• Evacuate the air to inside the frame was vacuum.

It is better to start with simple applications. Inspiration can search the pages of magazines, by the way, as the template is easier to use children's coloring or designs for embroidery satin stitch.

Master class for beginners

For those who just decided to master the technique, you can suggest a simple picture of dried flowers and leaves for interior decoration. To manufacture such a product will require:

• Dried flowers, leaves, stems and seeds;
• Sharp scissors;
• PVA glue (better use of the building);
• brush;
• The basis for the panels (cardboard, plastic, wood);
• Frame.

Depending on the wishes of the master and choose the style of interior design of the future picture. It can be printed out or draw your own simple pencil.

Using tweezers to spread the glue dried flowers. Promakivat elements better in the glue and put gradually from one side of the canvas to the other. Then the applique was dried and placed in a frame.

Mistaken - an interesting technique. This is the philosophy and practical action that will help you relax and be alone with your thoughts.