Kuzya is a cartoon character beloved by many. This mischievous and restless brownie protects the home from troubles and evil spirits.
To protect yourself and your home, it is suggested that you make a talisman in the form of the brownie Kuzi with your own hands. This toy can also be an excellent housewarming gift.
Required Tools
Linen fabric for the body.- Colored cotton fabric for clothing.
- Synthetic padding or padding polyester for filling.
- Light yarn for hair.
- Tassels.
- A simple pencil.
- Scissors.
- Chalk.
- Needles, threads.
- Acrylic or fabric paints.
Shoes
When making a costume, don’t forget about the bast shoes. The simplest way to imitate them is to use long narrow strips of linen fabric sewn crosswise onto dance shoes or cloth slippers. You can also sew ties from the same fabric to your shoes. By wrapping them around your shin, you will imitate onuchi. You can, however, choose a more complicated method. In this case, satin ribbons are used or they are woven around slippers or sandals. To do this, two elastic elastic bands are attached in the area of the sole and the fastener on the ankle. They will fix the edges of the ribbons intertwined with each other.
How to make a pattern for beginners
To sew a brownie, first of all you will need a pattern. You can find it on the Internet and print it on a printer, or make it yourself.
Making a template yourself involves drawing the following details in cross-section and life-size on tracing paper with a simple pencil:
- Head - 2 pieces (front and back).
- Hands - 4 elements (front and back of both hands.
- Legs - 4 pieces (same as with arms).
- Body - 2 parts (front and back).
- Nose - 1 piece.
What is the difference in creating a wig for an adult and a child?
The creation technique for adults and children is the same. The difference may only be in size: a child's head is smaller in circumference, so the size of the wig must be appropriate so as not to fall off
. For better fastening, you can consider special elastic bands or ties.
You also need to take into account that a wig made from yarn based on a cap turns out to be very warm
. If you wear it for an event in a warm room, for example, in a kindergarten, the child will quickly become hot. To prevent overheating, it is advisable to periodically remove your hair.
A way out of the situation could be a base not made from a hat (which in itself warms the head), but from a thin mesh base crocheted. Strands of hair are attached to it in a different way. To do this, thin strands of thread folded in half are inserted into the holes of the cap, forming a loop. Next, the ends of this strand need to be threaded into a loop and tightened. We do this throughout the entire area. Hair density can also be adjusted.
Important! To achieve the effect of wavy hair, it is enough to unravel the thread, which is usually twisted from two or three components. The process is long, but if you have enough time and desire to make an original costume, then the result is worth it.
Another example is a thread wig with a crown:
By combining different colors in your work, you can achieve a bright and unexpected effect. You can decorate your wig with a variety of decorative elements, ribbons, clips, hairpins, depending on the image you are creating. Don’t be afraid to experiment, and the images you create will bring positive emotions not only to you and your loved ones, but also to those around you!
Hair is one of the main decorations of a person, and if you have problems with it or you really don’t like it, then you can try buying a wig. But not each of us has such an opportunity, and it happens that we need a wig not for ourselves, but for a doll or for some show or performance. What to do then? There is only one way out, you need to make it yourself. So how to make a wig?
How to sew Kuzya at home with your own hands?
Such a toy can easily be sewn at home, even without a machine, the main thing is to follow a certain sequence of actions.
Transferring the pattern to fabric
The prepared template details are redrawn along the contour onto the fabric using chalk .
Then the fabric elements are carefully cut out with scissors and stitched on a machine exactly along the contour.
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Assembling parts, stuffing
Initially, the body is assembled; for this, the front and back parts of the left and right arms, legs, and the body itself are sewn together. is left everywhere for filling. Next, the head is sewn together.
All parts need to be filled tightly, especially the head. This is convenient to do with sushi chopsticks or knitting needles.
Attention! to achieve perfect padding the first time, so you should be prepared for the fact that some parts of the body will have to be redone.
Stitching the torso
After stuffing, all parts are pinned to the body and fastened manually with a hidden seam. If the stitches are not the neatest, there is no need to rush to remake the toy , because they can be hidden under clothes.
Important! You should wait a little while sewing on the head of the toy, as it may be difficult to put on the shirt in the future.
Painting the face, attaching it to the body
All details are set aside and you can start painting the face.
Initially, a rough version is made with a simple pencil. The eyes are painted over with white acrylic or fabric paint. Next, the iris is painted over with blue, and the pupils are drawn.
To give the eyes a realistic look, you need to add highlights with white paint. The contours of the eyes are outlined in black, eyelashes and eyebrows are added. The mouth is drawn with the same pencil. The nose can be drawn or made from linen fabric, stuffing a small piece with stuffing and sewing it to the head. Add a little blush to the cheeks and nose.
Reference! To prevent the brownie from losing its brightness, it is recommended to opt for special fabric paints.
Sewing details of a brownie's clothing
Now you need to put on the toy. For this they create a shirt and pants. The fabric is folded in half and the shirt pattern is transferred to the fabric, taking into account seam allowances. Everything is fixed with pins or needles and then cut out.
Now you need to cut out the pants in the shape of the letter “P” and transfer the pattern to the fabric. Everything is fixed and cut out again.
The clothing parts are sewn together, the edges of the parts are folded. Everything is turned inside out, and then the shirt is put on and secured to the body. The same is done with pants. The shirt is decorated with a button. Now it's time to sew on the brownie's head.
For shoes, you can knit bast shoes from twine or sew them from fabric. To do this, take burlap and cut out rectangles with rounded corners from it. The legs are wrapped in burlap to imitate boots. Everything is fixed with needles and sewn with a hidden seam. Above the boots, the brownie's legs are wrapped with twine.
Hair fastening
To create hair for a brownie, you need to wrap yarn around a book or notepad. The length of the strands depends on the size of the head and the desired length of hair. The yarn is carefully removed and transferred to a simple sheet. A seam is made in the middle.
Similar actions are performed with the second skein of yarn. are formed . The first one is sewn to the head with a hidden seam exactly along the parting and two more lines on the sides. And the second layer is only along the parting. Using scissors, you should give your hair a suitable shape and trim its length.
Sewing tresses to a hat
Strands can also be attached using glue. But if you are not confident in your accuracy, it is better not to use it, otherwise all the strands will be stained with it, and it will be almost impossible to clean them. In addition, preparing tresses is the most painstaking work. It will be a shame if everything goes down the drain.
Mark circles on the cap with a pencil, focusing on which you will attach the strands. Be sure to do this if this is your first time. Otherwise, it will turn out crooked, and you will not understand whether it is possible to fix it and how. Making a wig is not so simple in reality, but the process is easy to remember.
Secure a knot of thread at one of the edges of the hat at the front. Make sure the knot is strong enough. Start sewing one weft in a circle until you reach the opposite edge. Do not make the thread too long so that it is enough for the entire stage of work. In any case, it will get tangled in your hair during the process. Unnecessary nodules will appear. Many doll makers note that making doll wigs requires a lot of patience and great care.
Here the cap is completely trimmed with strands. But you haven't fully learned how to make a wig yet. At this stage he does not look attractive enough, and there is no parting.
Take another piece of tress. The thread to which the strands were attached will become the parting. Place it on the toy’s head the way you like and sew it on. Guide the needle exactly along the parting. Better make spot seams.
At the end of the work, trim your hair. If they stick out, moisten them, press them with cling film and rubber bands and leave them overnight. After this they will be more obedient.
If you want to make a wig of an unusual shape, it is better to prepare a sketch in advance and think through the process of work. It will not be possible to make an unusual wig from the material suggested in this article, especially if it is small. Therefore, make braids, buns, and jewelry separately and glue or sew them to the wig. It's best not to use hot glue, as it creates strings that can get stuck in the strands. It will be extremely difficult to clean this without damaging the wig.
What should a child wear to a New Year's party? What can I do to make it look bright, unusual and original? Try offering him a brownie costume. Made based on the famous cartoon, it will definitely attract the attention of others and help create a festive atmosphere. is effective and recognizable. It is characterized by certain elements of the outfit made from scrap materials.
Photos of sewn Domovyat dolls
Photo 1. A small brownie, made of burlap, holds a fir cone and a panicle in his hands.
Photo 2. Toy brownie Kuzya in a red and white shirt, his face and clothes are deliberately dirty.
Photo 3. Brownie doll, hat and shoes made of burlap, blue jacket, broom in hand.
Photo 4. A small brownie toy, sewn from burlap and straw, with a ladybug on its head.
Hairstyle
Kuzi's brownie costume, of course, will require a corresponding "hair". In order to create a characteristic disheveled hairstyle, you can use an unnecessary old wig. Its length is adjusted to the required size, and the effect of tangled hair is created using a comb. All that remains is to fix the hairstyle with hairspray or any other long-lasting styling product.
If you still don't have a wig, try using bright straw or yellow yarn. As a base, take a knitted hat in a neutral shade. Don't forget that the fabric will show through the "hair" of your homemade wig.
General impressions
Naturally, your baby and everyone present at the party will definitely love the brownie costume. Photos and videos where you can capture him in such an interesting image will delight the baby and you for many years. He will happily get used to this role, quoting his favorite phrases from the funny famous cartoon.
By the way, if you haven’t found a suitable material for a shirt, you can apply white polka dots to the red fabric using a stencil. You can paint it with white paint. Don't forget also about buttons, which can be used as decorative elements. You can also decorate your “hairstyle” with a small bow. In a word, making such a costume is quite simple. You don't need a lot of experience. A sewing enthusiast even with little experience can make it. But the child will have a lot of emotions, don’t doubt it at all!
A wig made step by step with your own hands will be useful for children's matinees or for those people who take part in theatrical productions. You can make such a wig from a variety of materials, and our master class will help you with this.
Features and components of the suit
The basis for creating a brownie costume is the image of little Kuzi, the main character of a Soviet cartoon about the adventures of a house keeper in a big city and a city apartment.
It's quite easy to create a New Year's look. The following things are needed:
- Shirt made of red calico with a pattern of large polka dots, without buttons, with wide sleeves. It is difficult to find such a thing among ready-made items, but those who know a needle and thread (even at an entry level) can sew it with their own hands according to a pattern.
- Pants with patches.
- Bast shoes with supports or fabric-covered shoes with fringes.
When creating a New Year's brownie costume, you need to remember that the cartoon Kuzya was very economical. That’s why his clothes are not new, slightly faded, with patches of different fabrics, and a little big.
Brownie Kuzi's headdress
In the cartoon of the same name, Kuzya does not wear hats or a cap - his head is covered by lush red hair sticking out in all directions. In reality, few people naturally have such hair, so there is only one way out - a wig.
And parents can also choose one of two options:
- Purchase a ready-made wig from a store that specializes in pranks and fancy dress costumes. Sticking unkempt patties are in demand not only during the preparation for New Year's matinees. The desired color can be given to the wig using ordinary hair dye. The average purchase price is 400 rubles.
- Make a wig yourself from a calico cap and thick woolen threads of a suitable color. The hair is sewn in a circle, starting from the bottom. The activity is quite labor-intensive and requires a lot of time and patience.
