Felted souvenirs from Russia with love – do-it-yourself crafts and crafts
The best gift from Russia, Siberia – Thissouvenir felt boots, mittens and a hat with earflaps. According to the existing ancient tradition, if you put a grain in one felt boot, and a coin in the other, and hang it above the door, then such a talisman will protect your home from harm all year round, and will bring prosperity and good luck). Such souvenirs, of course, are for the legs, head or armsyou won't wear them, but you can decorate them at your discretion and based on the occasion for which they are given. Valenki with embroidery or painting, as well as those decorated with beads and sequins, are very popular. Patterns and designs are usually chosen traditionally Russian. For example, they can be painted in the style of Khokhloma, Zhostovo painting, lacquer miniatures and many others.