One of the simplest, most accessible and cheapest materials is matches. They can be used both by kids (under the supervision of adults!), and adult experienced craftsmen to create art objects of varying complexity. From this simplest material, you can build a small boat and a fully armed battle cruiser, Baba Yaga's hut, a village house and a real church with onion domes and a high belfry.

The ability to make crafts from matches is not only a pleasant pastime for experienced adults. For young children, this is a way to expand knowledge and skills, and the ability to work with hands develops fine motor skills. In turn, these skills help to cope with the difficulties of learning - such children learn the material more easily and have an excellent memory.

To get started, you should learn crafts from matches for beginners. Despite the simplicity of the material, you need to firmly grasp the basic rules, and then you can move on to real creativity with the invention of special forms and the manufacture of unique objects.

Materials and tools

In most cases, for any object from matches on the network there is a detailed instruction or interesting master class. To facilitate the work, a photograph or a picture depicting the future object can be used. Also on the network there are many videos of various crafts workshops that can be downloaded to a computer and used as a visual aid.

To work, you will need the following tools and materials:

1. Matches - ordinary and fireplace, especially long and durable, which can be used as the basis for complex, large and fragile compositions. You can get creative and assemble a set of matches with colored sulfur heads. With their help, interesting color accents are introduced into the work, the product becomes bright and individual. Matches with brown, hot pink, blue and green heads are often on sale.
2. Wooden toothpicks or skewers. They are used for the same purpose as fireplace matches.
3. Glue. It is better to work with something that “grasps” as quickly as possible - so the work does not “float” under its own weight.
4. Plasticine. For small children, it is better not to glue the matches, but to fasten them with tiny pieces of plasticine.
5. Small side cutters or nippers, you can use old nail clippers. It is much easier and more accurate to cut matches or “bite off” unnecessary heads with them than with scissors.
6. The basis for work, most often it is thick cardboard.

Before starting work, small children need to be explained that matches are not a toy, they can be dangerous. It is important to convey to them that sulfur from the heads is poison, and putting matches in your mouth can be very dangerous for your health.

Products from matches on glue

Crafts from matches with glue are much easier to make than without glue. To do this, it is enough to have a good idea of ​​​​how the finished object will look like or have its image in front of your eyes. A novice civil engineer can use step-by-step tips to create a craft and use plasticine instead of glue for the first trial work.

When the first skills are obtained, you can move on to more complex work. Most children are especially interested in how to make a match house with glue. With it, they will be able to play various scenes from their favorite fairy tales.

Well

To begin with, it is worth making simple, but interesting crafts from ordinary matches with your own hands. For example, a well. Making it is easy and very exciting:

1. On a solid foundation, first two parallel lines are laid out - the bases of the sides of the well.
2. Two more parallel elements are placed perpendicularly on them. It turns out a square - the lower "crown" of the log house of the well.
3. Gradually adding two parts, alternating their position, they derive the desired height of the well. It is important not to forget to glue each beam in those places where it intersects with others.
4. When the frame is ready, it is allowed to dry completely so that the glue firmly connects the fragile parts.
5. After drying, two skewers, toothpicks or fireplace matches are glued in the middle of the parallel sides. They will serve as supports for the gable roof of the well and for the gate. Previously, in a pair of supports, a through hole is made. A gate rod will be passed through them.
6. While the supports dry, you can make the gate. For its rod, a long match or a strong metal wire is used (you can carefully unbend and align a large paper clip).
7. A strip of paper is wound around the center of the rod, gluing it together to form a cylindrical collar.
8. The finished gate is carefully inserted into the holes left in the vertical supports.
9. For beginners, the roof is best made from a cardboard rectangle bent in half. It is glued to supports or fixed to them with plasticine.
10. From above, the roof can be pasted over with matches, imitating wooden shingles, or you can lay out a figured pattern from them as you wish.

The resulting well can become one of the objects of the future village from improvised materials.

Easy crafts with kids

Craft from matches - panel "Star"

From afar, such handicrafts from matches look like decor from natural wood, and only looking closely, you can see what they are made of. To create such beauty, you will need to stock up on a few boxes of used matches, glue and patience.

• Step 1. Print out the template for crafts from the "Star" matches (for convenience, we divided it into 2 parts). According to this template, you need to make a blank for our panel from thick cardboard (it is convenient to use a cardboard knife).
• Step 2. Markup by dotted lines specified on the template. We will be guided along these lines when we start gluing the workpiece.
• Step 3. Prepare the material. It is important that all of it has approximately the same degree of charring, then our match craft will look solid and neat. Fold them in the form of a bouquet, hold them between your fingers, lower their heads down, holding them at a slight angle, set them on fire and quickly extinguish. Remove the remnants of sulfur heads and charred ends. To save material, set fire to the next "portion" as the panel is assembled. To assemble the structure, use only matches of the same size.
• Step 4. The most painstaking stage of creating crafts from matches. We begin to collect panels from the center of the cardboard blank. Gently dip one piece with a non-charred end into the glue and draw a line clearly along the pencil markup, similarly glue all 5 guide rays of our star with glue and glue matches to them (Fig. 4.). In the future, these lines will serve as guidelines.
• Step 5 Gradually paste over the entire area of ​​the workpiece, focusing on the guide lines. Try to avoid gaps between adjacent matches (Figure 5-8). When the work is finished, wipe off excess glue with a damp cloth and let the match craft dry thoroughly.

Panel "Star" is ready. If desired, you can cover it with varnish or paint with paints.

"Candy" flowers

Matches are not a toy for children, but only if they are used for their intended purpose. If they are used as materials for applied art, they do not pose any danger. An interesting and easy-to-use version of crafts made from matches is “candy” flowers. We will need:

• a box of matches;
• colored cardboard;
• glue.

First, cut out 2 circles from colored cardboard, with a diameter slightly less than the length of the match, multiplied by 2. Connect them with glue with the colored sides out. Next, you need to make a cross, as shown in Fig. 1., dividing the circle into 4 sectors.

In each sector, you need to glue 3 more pieces, keeping the same distance between them (Fig. 3.). Decorate the middle of the candy flower with a core of colored paper or fabric (Figure 4.). The final touch of our match craft is gluing a stem cut out of colored paper.

"Order"

Another simple version of do-it-yourself match crafts that a child can master is an order in the form of a star. To create it you will need:

• thick cardboard (you can take packaging);
• the cloth;
• large button;
• glue;
• a box of matches (it is better to take matches with red heads);
• wide ribbon.

First draw on plain paper five pointed star pattern. According to this template, we cut out 2 blanks of the same size - one from cardboard, the other from fabric. Using glue, we decorate the cardboard template with matches (Figure 3), glue the star cut out of the fabric on top, decorating it in the center with a button (the button can be sewn in advance or also attached with glue), as shown in Figure 5.

To make our craft from matches even more like an order, we supplement it with a ribbon loop.

New Year's figures

From ordinary matches, you can make luxurious three-dimensional decorative elements in the form of congratulations, symbols, logos, etc. The principle of creating such masterpieces is the same:

• On a wooden plank, the contours of the image / number / logo, etc. are outlined with a pencil (Fig. 1);
• We attach matches vertically, heads up with glue. It is most convenient to use a glue gun (Fig. 2, 3);
• Thus, we fill the contours of the image completely. We decorate free places with the help of liquid foil (Fig. 4).

Products without the use of glue

Crafts from matches without glue are considered more complex. In order to connect them together, you need to use the physical method of fastening. This is a job for older children who are already good at performing small and complex actions. To perform such work, you will need only matches and detailed instructions on execution.

Basic model - cube

In order to perform complex work, you need to learn how to make simple geometric shapes. They underlie more complex and refined objects.

1. Put two matches in parallel.
2. On them perpendicularly evenly put eight parts.
3. Elements lay out heads in one direction. You should get two sides with heads and two sides without them.
4. Lay out another row of beams perpendicular to the previous one.
5. The resulting lattice is the basis for the future cube.
6. Two parallel supports are placed on it on the sides of the base.
7. In the next row, in the same way, the parts are placed on the other sides of the lattice.
8. Perform six more such rows to get a uniform cube.
9. The top of the cube is made in exactly the same way as the base - six beams intersecting eight perpendicular elements.
10. To complete the work and fasten all the parts at all four corners of the cube, insert the beam vertically.
11. Gently press the work from above with a small weight, such as a coin, to fix the position.
12. Insert vertical supports along the entire perimeter into the grooves between the elements.
13. The finished figure is slightly compressed and aligned to obtain a solid structure.

Such a cube is the basis for creating other, more complex compositions, for example, a house and a boat.

small house

Any person who has learned how to make a cube can also figure out how to make a small house out of matches without glue:

1. Turn the cube made earlier “upside down” so that the bases of matches without heads in the form of a square are visible on the surface of the cube.
2. Inserting the parts with their heads up into the grooves between the horizontals, “circle” this square from the outside. There should be a square bigger size from elements with heads.
3. Insert at empty corner points along the vertical support.
4. Two parallel sides of the cube will become the gables of the house. To do this, the parts are pulled up strictly at the same distance so that they look like two identical triangles.
5. Connect the triangles with parallel lines, forming a gable roof.
6. Fixing the elements with tops, lay a roof with a comb of heads on the “beams”.
7. The pipe is made from 4 matches stuck into the roof. Their length must be shortened with wire cutters.
8. The parts stuck with a square and a rectangle with their heads outward will become a window and a door.

The house is ready. You can add a fence, benches, a front garden and several more of the same houses, a well to it. It will turn out a charming village for fairy-tale characters.

ship

After the house, it's time to learn how to make a beautiful ship out of matches:

1. Before starting, the sides of the cube are sheathed with matches so that a lattice is obtained everywhere.
2. The cube is placed on its side so that its bottom looks to the right and the top to the left.
3. From the bottom left, five parallel matches are pulled out on each side. You should end up with a staircase with the longest step on top.
4. Matches should be marked horizontally between the extended beams, alternating their heads and base.
5. The lower level - 2 matches, the second - 4, the third - 6.
6. Now you need to insert 7 matches parallel to the extended fourth side matches. You will get the side of the deck of the ship (from 4 and 5 extended matches).
7. On the slope of the stairs, set an oblique row of parallel matches - the bow of the boat.
8. For the stern, extend 7 matches from the underside of the base by half the length.
9. Strengthen the side with 7 elements.
10. For the stern on the sides, insert three matches with a ladder with a reverse slope (the lower ones will have to be shortened).
11. Place the horizontals as on the nose.
12. Insert 9 elements for strength.
13. Fasten the side surfaces with two parts.
14. Run an inclined plane, as on the nose.
15. Make a pipe from the parts with the heads up.
16. Draw portholes.

Work is ready! If the boat is assembled correctly, it will hold up perfectly even without a single “nail”, that is, a drop of glue.

Based on this simple shape, you can create more complex advanced compositions, but the principle of work will be the same. It will be possible to install several pipes on a large ship and try to attach a large paddle wheel. It will be very beautiful and interesting.

Matches can be found in any home. In addition to the main function of this item, they can be used to create crafts. Such an activity improves fine motor skills of the hands, concentration and perseverance. Crafts from matches can be of any complexity, therefore interesting task not only a child can find for himself, but also an adult lover of creating crafts with his own hands.

What crafts can be made from matches?

Before a novice lover of creating crafts, the question may arise, what can be made from matches. Crafts can be both flat and voluminous.

We list more detailed list possible crafts:

• Boxes and caskets of matches;
• Furniture for dolls;
• Paintings and compositions;
• Accessories;
• Volumetric products such as ships, houses, animal figurines, etc.

The list of possible options is not limited to five items. Rely on your imagination and bring to life the most any crafts.

If you need crafts that correspond to a specific topic, pay attention to the photo of crafts from matches on the Web - this will help you get an interesting idea.

Before you start creating match designs, you need to prepare for work. For convenience, we recommend that you adhere to the following recommendations:

• First of all, you need to find a comfortable place to work.
• In order to avoid soiling surfaces, cover your work table with a tablecloth.
• If glue is used for work, pour the liquid into a separate saucer. Gathering glue is better with a toothpick.
• Get your utility knife ready.
• Before you start creating structures, cut off the heads from the matches. So the result of your work will look much neater.

Easy Match Crafts for Beginners

To create great products, you need to start small. So, before taking on difficult work, it is better to start with simple tasks that will help improve concentration and skills.

In addition, needlework has a positive effect on nervous system. Next, we list the favorite tasks for beginners in the field of creating match designs.

Making a matchhouse without glue

Making a simple stick house without the use of glue is one of the most popular DIY options. This initial stage is necessary in order to create magnificent match copies of existing architectural masterpieces in the future.

So here are the items you will need:

• Stand;
• 7 matchboxes;
• 2 five-ruble coins.

After you have prepared everything necessary items, let's start the master class crafts from matches:

Place two matches parallel to each other on the stand. Lay eight more matches perpendicular to the two existing matches. So we created the foundation of the future house.

Lay out 7 rows of matches of four with heads in a circle. Place 8 matches facing the opposite side of the foundation. At the top of the house, place six matches, and place a coin on top.

The last two rows have a hole into which you need to insert several matches. Hold one match at a time, holding the structure so that it does not collapse.

Place a match in the holes between the walls, then align the structure.

Before you start creating the roof, make a horizontal cover by alternating the heads and backs of the matches. Insert sticks around the perimeter of opposite walls. Insert objects perpendicular to the ceiling.

Rely on the instructions for the correct manufacture of crafts from matches. If the diagram shows windows and a chimney, they can be made by creating an outline with brown match heads.

How to make a cat out of matches

This task will definitely delight your child. So, in order to create a cute cat figurine from matches, follow the following algorithm:

• Glue 14 matches together with PVA glue. When the glue dries, cut out a circle or oval from the plate. It will serve as a muzzle for the cat.
• Glue 7 matches together and cut out ovals for the cheeks and 5 matches for the ears. Glue cheeks and ears to the cat's head. Place the cut off parts of matches with sulfur on the muzzle so that it serves as a spout. Make eyes for the cat.
• Glue a pentagon of six matches. Fill it with scraps of matches. Attach the cat's head to the body. The torso should be supported by a stand. Glue three cut matches on the back so that they hold the cat's body.
• Make paws from three pieces of cut matches and glue them to the bottom of the torso. The components of the paws with sulfur can serve as the claws of an animal. The rest of the remains of matches can be connected to each other so that they form a tail.

Optionally, you can stick a mustache or tongue from plasticine to the cat. So, beautiful craft from matches is ready, now it can decorate a shelf of a bookcase or desktop for many years.

Drawings from matches

In addition to creating crafts, you can make drawings from matches that will not yield in beauty to crafts from matches. Outwardly, such a drawing looks like an application. The result can be framed and hung on the wall.

So, before applying matches to the surface of the cardboard, first you need to sketch the drawing with a simple pencil. Next, draw an outline for the match pattern, considering what size match to use in this or that case. After creating the outline, start gluing the matches to the cardboard.

If desired, you can use additional decoration elements, for example, if a house is depicted on cardboard, you can glue ready-made fabric flowers or satin ribbons in the shape of a rainbow.

Conclusion

In this article, we learned how to learn how to make crafts from matches with your own hands. You will definitely like this activity, because gluing small particles to create a single picture or craft will inspire delight in your heart.

In addition, such work is very calming and uplifting. Do not be afraid to take on difficult tasks and conquer new heights, as creativity requires constant practice and learning new things!

Photo crafts from matches

Content

Sometimes your child begins to act up not because of a bad temper, poor health or omissions in education. A kid can show adults in such a way that he has nothing to do. Children are so arranged that perseverance and the ability to do one thing is enough for a long time develop only with age.

In order not to be led by children's whims, it is better to take the initiative into your own hands and try to captivate the baby with something new. What can be more affordable and easier than getting a matchbox and doing the most magical thing - creativity! What can be made from ordinary wood chips? It turns out that a lot. One has only to dream a little, and matches will definitely show their capabilities.

The advantages of "match" creativity

The process of creating match crafts is both a sure way to enjoy co-creation and a good opportunity for a kid to show his abilities. Any kind of creativity or needlework has a developmental value.
Therefore, ordinary matches can become an occasion for activities that develop in children:

Matches are a fairly small ornamental material that requires due attention from the little master. Parents need to provide a comfortable and well-organized workplace. Comfortable furniture and accessibility for everyone necessary materials will allow the baby to engage in an exciting business for a long time, not be distracted by trifles and achieve a good result.

Working conditions should be such that the child can freely leave the unfinished craft until the next day.

If the kid is interested in this type of creativity, then you will have to stock up on matches of all types and sizes. It is reasonable for parents to pay attention to the samples available for sale and regularly replenish stocks.

If you have to work with glue, then you need to protect the surface of the table with a flap of oilcloth or film.

For glue, there should be a convenient special container where the composition did not freeze, and the baby could freely use this composition for creativity.

You also need to stock up on clean rags with which you can wipe excess glue drips from your hands and craft parts.

On your own or together with your child, before work, you need to sort through your material. Even matches are suitable for creativity, it is better to put non-standard matches in a separate box to be used in auxiliary operations.

If the selected craft consists of matches with a cut off burning head, then it is better to remove it using stationery knife. Such an operation requires parental assistance or supervision, especially if the child is still young.

Materials and tools

In addition to perseverance and vivid imagination, children and parents will need some tools and materials. In order not to be distracted during work, it is better to prepare everything you need in advance.

• Prepared workplace
• Matches
• Stationery knife and scissors
• Cloths, trimmings of rope or braid, thread or other materials, according to the chosen craft pattern
• PVA or clear instant glue
• Cardboard for crafts

For crafts, paints and brushes, double-sided tape and other details can come in handy so that the baby’s work becomes as bright and attractive as possible.

Crafts from matches with your own hands

It is impossible to describe all the existing types of crafts from matches - there are too many of them. As in any work, the main driving force here is the author's imagination. But before

to conceive something grandiose, it is important to learn the basic techniques of working with matches and master the simplest techniques for handling this unusual material.

Drawing from matches

Starting with the simplest, many children quickly understand the principles of creating images from matches. An example of such work is a match pattern on a cardboard basis.

• A preliminary sketch is drawn on cardboard with ordinary pencils.
• After that, the contours are repeated with the help of matches, thinking over how best to complete this or that element of the image.
• When the layout is completed, fix the pattern with glue.
• At the end, the picture is painted or decorated with three-dimensional elements.

The original picture is ready, such a work can be placed in a frame or decorated with a passe-partout. The craft turns out to be very decorative and will successfully decorate a children's room or become a great gift for parents, teachers, grandparents or one of your friends.

Funny flat figures

This method of training does not require glue, serious preparation or a special workplace. But the creation of figurines perfectly develops spatial and abstract thinking, as well as perseverance and imagination.

It is better to create a drawing on a blank sheet of cardboard, on which, in case of luck, the composition can be fixed with glue.

match fence

By itself, such a fence is not very interesting, but it is the basis of many large-scale crafts. Having mastered the creation of this small detail, the child will definitely want to connect several parts together to get a coaster for a cup, a house, or maybe a whole palace.

Match furniture

In this craft, the match fence already described above is used. This is a folding stool seat. The legs are made of two pairs of crossed matches, united by another one.