What to make of birch bark with your own hands: ideas and tips
All parts of a tree are valuable material for creating various household items. And birch bark, available in our latitudes, is distinguished by its beauty, plasticity and durability. From birch bark, you can make things for household needs and interior decoration elements, children's toys and fashionable women's accessories.
Birch bark is harvested from spring to mid-summer - the bark during this period is easily removed. The collected layers are wiped, cleaned of excess growths and laid on a flat surface, pressing with something heavy. It is better to store finished raw materials so that it does not dry out, in a dark place. For the manufacture of crafts from birch bark, both whole panels and narrow strips are used. Weaving from birch bark requires certain skills and dexterity. But if you want, this technique is easy to learn.
The most popular products from birch bark are baskets and baskets. With them it is convenient to go for mushrooms and berries, as well as to harvest in the country. A homemade item can not be painted or decorated, but a spectacular thread will make the basket more elegant.
Round containers of birch bark are called tueski. They are ideal for storing bulk food and bread due to the antiseptic properties of the material.
Low and elegant products can be used as boxes for cosmetics or jewelry. The decor of the box depends on the skill of the performer.
A large wicker box is suitable for storing vegetables in the winter on an insulated balcony. Food safety in it will be ensured until spring.
It’s not difficult to make a birch bark bag or backpack, and they will look very stylish.
For several centuries, our ancestors wore wicker bast shoes. It is difficult to make complicated models of street shoes with your own hands, but an experienced needlewoman will be able to cope with the manufacture of slippers or slippers.
Decorating a photo frame and a vase will not require special preparation and is accessible even to beginners.
Colorful flower pots made of birch bark will be a free alternative to purchased products.
Lampshades for fixtures made from natural raw materials will perfectly fit into the decor of a country house or in the interior of a rustic kitchen.
A great way to apply the strength of home artists is to create a birch bark panel. Children can also take part in the production of simple applications.
Kids will be delighted with the original toys - they are lightweight and absolutely safe for preschoolers.
On New Year's holidays, you can decorate the Christmas tree with figures of angels or homemade snowflakes.
Unbreakable, heat-resistant and environmentally friendly dishes - the dream of every housewife. In addition, these products will be a colorful ethnic decor of the kitchen.
Unusual jewelry in the Russian style will appeal to blonde fashionistas. Simple samples are easy to do with your own hands, and for the manufacture of more elegant models you will need the help of professionals.
New materials and fashionable design ideas have not yet completely replaced traditional folk crafts. The excellent properties of the material, ease of processing and low maintenance make it possible to create original creations from birch bark, a place for which there is always in life.
