Volumetric numbers for Birthday: schemes, lessons - for beginners

July 14, 2019 handmadebase

We offer you step-by-step instructions on how to do itvolumetric numbers with your own hands for a birthday or a party. They will not leave any child indifferent, and you can also make a wonderful photo shoot with them. Master classes on making numbers for both children and adults, from very simple to more complex. There are also many design options: napkins, paper, fabric or glitter.But in fact, such decorations are not suitableonly for children's parties. A party, corporate event, New Year, bachelorette party - what's not a reason to decorate the room with an original huge inscription? Contents of the article:

One for a year - for beginners

A very simple master class for those who have never done handicrafts.

Cut out the base of the number from an old cardboard box (dimensions are given below)

Take napkins or wrapping paper and cut it into squares with a side of 5-10 cm, as desired.

We take the center of the square and glue it to the base with PVA glue.

Give dry for 2-3 hours. Done!

Also below in the photo are several sizes - ready-made schemes and drawings for the number one. You can take a larger or smaller one, at your discretion.

Bulk digits made of cardboard

This master class is for a more advanced level, and we will need at least 2-3 hours to make such a volumetric figure.Necessary materials:

Thick cardboard
Stationery knife
A pen
Ruler
Scotch tape or duct tape
Crepe paper
Glue

Creating a three-dimensional figure design

Place two pieces of cardboard together. Draw your chosen number (or letter), then use a craft knife to cut out both layers of cardboard at the same time.
We advise you to put a few extra layers of cardboard on the bottom so as not to cut the floor or table. In this case, the size of the digits in height is 50 cm.

Step 2:Side Stripes In the previous step, we cut out the front and back of the number, now we need to cut out the side. For this, you will need strips of cardboard 10 cm wide. Step 3: Connecting the cardboard parts Using scotch tape or electrical tape, fasten the cut out numbers to the side strips along the seams. For strength, do this not only on the top, but also on the inside. Step 4: Fastening at the folds When you get to the fold, simply bend the cardboard strip so that it fits the shape of the number. In such places, you can strengthen the structure further with scotch tape. TIP: Creating the structure is very simple and takes about 20 minutes. If you want to make the numbers stronger and more durable, you can strengthen them with a layer (or two) of paper and glue. To do this, apply glue to the paper strips and glue them to the cardboard structure.Design and decoration of numbers

Step 1: Prepare the crepe paper.Decorating takes more time, especially if you make some unusual design. You need to make a small garland from crepe paper. Now we will analyze in detail how to do this. First, cut strips of crepe paper about 8 cm wide.

Step 2: Make the fringe. Cut the strips on both sides into small pieces of fringe.

Step 3: Preparing to glue. Fold the strips in half to create a fuller fringe when glued.

Step 4: Select a design.Here we will make a zigzag design for the number "2" and a wavy one for the number "5". To make it easier to do, it is better to draw lines along the number based on how far apart the zigzags or waves will be. Then, using these guidelines, we will glue the fringe.

Step 5: Start gluing the fringe.We will glue from the bottom to the top. Apply glue to the bottom of the number, following the chosen pattern (that is, if you made marks with a pencil, apply glue over them). Take the fringe from crepe paper and dip it into the applied glue.

Step 6: Finishing the design.Continue adding glue and fringe, moving up the number until your design is complete. Note that each layer of fringe overlaps the previous one a little, creating more volume. When finished, the number should be covered on all sides.

Numbers can be filled with Candies!

Carefully cut a hole at the top of the number to fit the candies inside.
Also make two small holes through which stretch the rope for fastening.
Then attach the cut out part of the number back to the same place. Take into account the correspondence between the weight of the candies and the strength of the structure, so that they do not fall out on their own before the number is hit with a bat.

— Ideas and tipsSome additional tips:

To strengthen the structure, numbers can be insertedadditional cardboard partitions. Thus, the front and back of the number will be connected not only by the seams, but also by these cardboard columns (their width should be equal to the width of the letter).

When attaching paper fringe, glitter and other decorations, double-sided tape can be used instead of glue. To do this, apply it immediately to the entire surface, and then glue the decorations.

If the decorations are heavy or large (for example, a flower on top of a number), you can use a glue gun for more secure fixation.

In the master class above we decoratednumbers with crepe paper, but of course this is not the only way to cover a cardboard structure. Let's look at other possible design options.Additionally, you can do it like in the photo below, detailed tutorial at the link.

Corrugated paper decor

The process of making numbers with corrugatedpaper is similar to working with crepe paper, but it will almost certainly be on hand at home if you have small children. Of course, it is better to use double-sided colored paper.LIFE HACK: You can also glue white office paper and then paint it with watercolors or a spray can.You can also add colored tape, which will decorate the number and will additionally hold the paper.TIP: If you have thick multi-colored napkins, you can also cut them into fringe and use them for decoration.

From paper napkins

To make such flowers we will again need crepe paper or, more simply, paper napkins.Step-by-step instructions for decorating letters:

cut one square out of such paper;

fold the accordion and bandage in the middle;

fluff to create a flower shape.

ATTENTION: Flowers can be of the same color or different colors, harmoniously combined with each other. The more flowers, the greater the volume will be created.

Glue with cloth

Strips of fabric are also suitable for decorating three-dimensional letters, and you can glue it without stretching it, but by making small folds, creating additional volume.

We take glue - PVA and silicone

A fabric flower in a contrasting color would be great for additional decoration.

New Year's rain

Rain can be used not only asdecorating a Christmas tree or a room for the New Year, as we are accustomed to doing. It is especially convenient for decorating numbers because it is already cut into fringe, all that remains is to glue it to the cardboard structure.

Glitter or Glitter

When decorated with sparkles or glitter, the birthday numbers are less voluminous, but they shine and shimmer. So it's up to you. How to make such numbers for the birthday boy:

There is one option - apply PVA glue over the entire surface and sprinkle with glitter.

Option two: buy ready-made glitter paint in a can.

Tip: After applying glitter, apply a coat of polish to prevent glitter from falling onto the floor or sticking to your hands when you touch it. Don't forget - this article contains ideas!

Figures from photos

Creating numbers for a wedding anniversary or jubileeYou can make a design using small photographs with images of the most significant and happy moments of life. This will be much more original than a framed photo or a wall collage and will definitely surprise and delight the heroes of the occasion. You can also decorate with beautiful clippings from magazines or postcards.

Acrylic paint

Volumetric numbers can be simply painted,using a brush or spray can. Just pay attention to the fact that after gluing the cardboard structure, there will be tape left on top and it may be visible after painting. Paint: the best option is acrylic paint TIP: Therefore, for a neater result, we initially recommend gluing paper on top of the cardboard, but using double-sided tape to get a smooth surface.Let these numbers, regardless of the chosen design method, give joyful emotions to you, the birthday boys and girls, and all the guests of the party, because that is their purpose! Good luck!

Figures for boy

Some design ideas for a boy: simple and tasteful One for a girl For girls, you can use your imagination and make numbers in the shape of their favorite characters, unicorns or princesses.