DIY metal lily drawings. DIY “Rose” made of copper. A unique candlestick can be made using simple materials and tools

From the moment of human development, when he began to actively use his hands in work, the results of his work became more and more complex, more perfect and more beautiful. At first, the purpose of making this or that thing was purely practical; later we began to make objects of art just like that, for aesthetic pleasure, without any hidden use for them.

Forged metal products have always been valued and admired. This is also due to the fact that looking at a high-quality forged item, we involuntarily imagine what a huge amount of work was done. After all, metal is metal and it is not as malleable as, say, wood.

Flower bed trellises

Even in a metropolis there is room for a piece of nature. What could be more beautiful than a small flower garden under the window? It will cheer you up and decorate the facade. To keep your flowers safe, we recommend purchasing a metal flower bed. And if you have your own plot, you should take a closer look at the trellises, which will be an excellent addition to a standard flower bed or box.

Types of flower trellises

These structures are manufactured using two technologies: welded and forged. They differ in appearance and price; you can choose a model to suit every taste and budget.

Welded gratings are the simplest option. They are made by welding individual rods or strips. In this way, relatively simple patterns can be created. Despite this, they will be an excellent decoration for the site or facade. Perfect for supporting climbing plants. Additional advantages of welded structures are speed of production and low cost. They are available to absolutely any client.

Forged gratings require a little more time, as they are created manually using the forging method. However, this method allows you to produce original patterns and carefully work out the smallest and most complex details. You can recreate absolutely any sketch at the request of the client.

Forged gratings are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also durable. They have a long service life and will last for many years.

Features of flower trellises

These structures are used outdoors and therefore require special protection. The top of the metal is coated with paint or powder coating. The second option is preferable. The paint seems to melt into the surface, so it does not peel off and cannot be scratched. This coating successfully withstands any external influences: high humidity, frost, ultraviolet radiation. And most importantly, the powder coating does not need to be updated.

The paint color can be any. Standard designs are painted black, but customers can choose any shade of their choice. This allows you to organically combine the lattice with the design of the facade or site.

Standard designs are available, but custom sizes are recommended. This is especially true for window flower beds, which are made exactly according to the width of the window opening.

Do you want to order a practical and beautiful decoration for your flowers? Our company is ready to create high-quality and elegant custom-made grilles. We will select an individual offer for each client.

Equipment and tools necessary for making roses from metal:

• welding machine (in fact, if you are smart, you can do without a welding machine, but that will be another story.);
• Bulgarian;
• metal scissors;
• needle nose pliers;
• pliers;
• felt-tip pen / scriber.

You, as a DIY master, can completely do without one or the other: an angle grinder can replace scissors, pliers can replace thin-nosed pliers. The only difference will be in the labor intensity of some processes.

And since we have discussed the instrument and I touched on the topic of improvisation, I will add that in fact this article is not a panacea, not strict instructions. This is a motivation letter describing technological features! The most important thing when working with a metal rose flower is not to try to replicate me or yourself. Be more relaxed. Let your movements in your work be even slightly careless, the petals crooked, and the bends of different widths. It is these movements that will breathe life into your flower!

My rosebuds consist of the following number of plates with petals:

• outer first leaf - 5 rose petals, circle diameter about 12 cm;
• second leaf - 4 rose petals, slightly smaller in diameter, about 11 -11.5 cm;
• third leaf - 4 rose petals, diameter 11-11.5 cm;
• fourth leaf - 3 rose petals, diameter 10.5 cm;
• fifth leaf - 4 rose petals, narrow like a propeller and about 9-10 cm in diameter;
• five-leaf star - it will serve as a leaf on the outside. Diameter 8-9 cm.

Metal rose leaves look like this:

• For one flower I prepare 2-4 branches of leaves, 2-4 leaves on each. Most often I use 2 branches of 3 leaves. Some average number so that the flower is not empty and does not seem like a whole bush. Again, decide for yourself, try it on, try it.

Forged metal rose stem:

• On average, I take the stem length to be about 50 cm. This makes the flower quite large and beautiful in the end with the size of the bud that I wrote above.

I also made flowers of 30 cm and 60 cm. This is the beauty of working with metal. We have a lot of options for you.

Let's start making a rose from metal.

• First of all, I usually mark out squares for future rosebud petals. I make 3 squares 12x12 cm and 3 squares 10x10 cm. To make it easier to drill a pack of similar shapes later.
• After cutting out these squares, I stack them and mark the center. After which I drill all the workpieces at once to 6-7 mm. Ok, drilled. Since I make quite a lot of flowers, I have ready-made templates so that I don’t have to mark the sides of the petals every time; this is especially tedious when working with cinquefoil.
• I trace the outline and start cutting. I don’t particularly try to get into the line; in the finishing process, all the curvature of the rose petals will turn into their beauty. From personal experience I can say that it is most convenient to first cut out a circle along the outlined outline, then you should cut out one side of the rose petals from the outside to the center. Then turn the workpiece over and cut the remaining sides in the same position. You will immediately understand what I mean when you try to cut the blank along the contour without turning the sheet over. At first it will be inconvenient, because there is no marked outline on the back side. But your hand will get used to it. Mine is used to it.
• Well, the rose petals are cut out. Now let's take on the leaves. I always draw them by hand, since symmetry is not needed there, and I also cut them along the contour with scissors. I will also note here that do not be afraid to bend the metal in your hands when you follow the cut contour with scissors; later we will straighten everything out before further work.

I like to get everything ready first and then start assembling and welding as the final step. Therefore, I also cut the stem to the required length, heat it in different ways: welding, simply. I've tried it all. Everything is working. And I give texture to the rose stem. I crush him mercilessly! After this processing, the rose stem turns out to be of any shape with an interesting pattern. If you continue to bother, you can weld spikes by simply fusing small bumps and processing them with a grinder. I use petal circles for this job. I clamp the grinder in a vice and rotate the stem with my hands. In this way it is possible to sharpen the spikes to a sharp state.

To add texture to the metal rosebud, I use a makeshift anvil, which I scored with the sharp end of a hammer. So I just put the petal on the anvil and tap the back side with a rounded hammer. The texture is perfectly transferred from the anvil to the petals.

I make a notch on the leaves with a chisel and use thin-nose pliers to twist the rose stems into a tube. Many blacksmiths make welded leaves in their practice. The version that we make with you turns out to be more sophisticated and prettier, more lively.

Time to assemble the finished metal rose!

I clamp the rose stem in a vice so that the tip barely rises. And, following the sequence, I assemble the bud, welding each layer through a drilled hole to the stem and the previous layer of petals:

• first I lay out the star-leaf;
• then cinquefoil;
• large quatrefoil;
• large quatrefoil;
• trefoil;
• propeller leaf.

Do you feel like you've almost made a flower? Yes it is! All you have to do is play with the shape of the bud and everything will be finished.

One by one, fold the first leaf on top and use thin-nose pliers to bend the edges. Then we bend the trefoil and also bend the edges with thin-nosed pliers. And so on... Don't get hung up on one form. Try it, even if you like the rose flower in the form that is in front of you now. Believe me, there are a lot of interesting shapes. They suit different colors and occasions differently.

Metal rose bud on a stem. All that remains is to add the leaves. Add to taste; it’s impossible to overdo it or not. Are you an artist. You know better =)

Often I am asked to paint flowers in classic colors: red bud and green stem. We should not forget that in an attempt to catch up with nature, we can only show the shortcomings of a flower in front of the uniqueness of a living one. It's up to you, but now I've finally given up on painting. I try to highlight the graceful appearance of the metal by displaying it. Sometimes I brass the protruding parts. It turns out to be a very beautiful expensive vintage flower. And if it is practically impossible to give a living flower any shape, then look what you can do with our metal roses, which we made with our own hands! (only a small part of my options for performing work)

Answers to questions asked:

1. Why don't I take 2 or 3 mm. ? Many blacksmiths always take on thick metal, belittling the dignity of thin metal. Any execution option has a place to be. But thin metal is both lighter and easier to work with, and therefore, at a minimum, it is easier to learn from it.
2. Why tie wire (heat treated)? It can be given texture without heating, since it is much softer than simple steel reinforcement.
3. Why is it important to make the outer leaf of a rose with 5 petals? The more outer petals on a leaf, the rounder the rose bud will be. With four petals, the bud turns out to be square. More than 5 - it will no longer look like a rose.
4. How to cover a metal rose with brass with your own hands? There is a little trick for which we need a brass drill brush. We heat the metal a little and start working on it with a brush. Brass transfers very well to metal and coats it with a quality brass layer. The more you heat the metal before brushing, the yellower the brass will be. Don't overdo it, or you'll burn it.

All photos and video materials from this article were taken by me, as well as the flowers in them.

Forged flower bowls for windows and balconies.

There is no doubt that every person wants to exclusively decorate the space around them. Forged products have become especially popular among connoisseurs of real art. They help create a beautiful environment inside and outside your home. An excellent design solution can be considered a combination of forged objects and living plants.

Forged flower beds for windows and balconies - this is an exclusive transformation of your home or apartment. Made according to individual or standard sketches, they will be an excellent addition to the architectural style of the building. You are guaranteed enthusiastic exclamations from passers-by.

Forged flower beds on the balcony and under the window

Outdoor forged window flower stands are elegant designs that perform several functions:

• support normal growth of climbing plants;
• decorate the appearance of a balcony or window opening.

Such products are made from durable metal, which is processed using cold or hot forging. During the manufacturing process, various methods of bending rods are used, which gives the structure a unique aesthetic appearance. A special chrome or nickel coating applied to degreased metal protects forged flower beds from precipitation and other external influences. Therefore, they are considered durable structures and are significantly superior in quality and price to similar items made of wood, plastic and other materials.

Assembling the rose, giving shape

A few centimeters are removed from the end of the stem and clamped with a vice. Observing the order, string the petals onto the tip through the holes made and weld each subsequent layer to the previous one.

They start with a five-leaf star, then come a five-leaf star, 2 four-leaf leaves one after another, a trefoil and a propeller petal. When all the petals are collected, a rose bud is clearly visible. All that remains is to give it a more natural shape.

Starting from the center, alternately roll the petals into a tube and bend the edges. Next comes the trefoil: the petals are raised up, and their edges at the very edge are bent outward. You shouldn’t get hung up on a certain shape, no two colors are the same, it’s better to play with shape and texture.

What are forged flower beds on the balcony?

Their appearance is distinguished by a great variety of figures. The most popular are hanging models that are mounted on balcony railings such as tables, niches or trolleys. They can be made in any architectural style, emphasizing the overall beauty of the building.

Bizarre patterns – that’s what makes wrought-iron flower beds for windows so remarkable. If you are concerned about the originality of this product, then our craftsmen can, taking into account all your requirements, create a truly real masterpiece of artistic forging. Professional designers will tell you how to correctly emphasize the aristocracy of your character with the help of a forged flower girl. Don't miss your chance to purchase exceptionally high-quality and durable construction for your favorite plants.

Why do forged flower beds on the balcony deserve your attention? The thing is that they fit harmoniously into the overall concept of landscape design, especially if you already have forged structures on your suburban area (fence, arch or stair railings). Moreover, such things are unlikely to go out of fashion in the next hundred years.

The special advantages of forged products include:

• high anti-corrosion resistance;
• plastic;
• versatility;
• ease of operation;
• no restrictions in design;
• originality.

By purchasing forged window flower beds from the Alois forges, you are investing your money in a unique piece of art that will last for centuries.

Forged flower girls

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For order amount:

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We will make forged flower bowls according to your sketches.

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List of parts and their quantity

To make a rose we will need the following parts:

• The first outer leaf has 5 petals.
• The second leaf is slightly smaller in diameter - 4 petals.
• The third leaf of the same diameter has 4 petals;
• The fourth leaf is slightly smaller in diameter - 3 petals.
• Fifth leaf (propeller of slightly smaller diameter) - 4 narrow petals.
• Five leaf star.

• Branches 2-4 pieces.
• Leaves 2-4 per branch.

Forged flower bowls on windows

Install a hanging wrought-iron flower bowl on the windows. Decorate the facade of your apartment, cottage or office with fragrant flowers - petunias and marigolds. And give yourself the daily pleasure of floral scents. What to consider when choosing? How are forged window flower stands made?

Forged flower beds have significant advantages over flower beds made from cheaper materials. Wood, plastic, and brick are inferior to forged metal not only in strength and durability, but also in aesthetics. Baroque, rococo, modern, gothic, classic - any style direction that you like can be skillfully embodied in a forged flower girl.

Forged flower bowls are especially relevant for modest and discreet buildings. For example, apartment buildings. A flower girl made of artistic forging will highlight your window among the boring background and tell about your subtle taste and wealth. A forged flower girl in a private house will transform the architectural appearance of the cottage, enliven the surrounding space and make its small contribution to relations with neighboring households.

What types of forged flower girls are there?

As for the choice, forged flower stands for windows can be stationary or hanging. Stationary ones are attached to the outer wall using anchors and bolts and cannot be removed. Hanging flower beds (removable type) can be removed during cold weather. However, given the massiveness of the structure, it is worth considering in advance where they will be stored.

What are forged flower bowls made of?

Forged flower bowls are made from rolled steel - square, rod, circle. Simple models are made by cold forging (the rods are bent using special equipment). The resulting blanks are then welded together, cleaned, primed, and coated with enamel or powder coating.

Artistic flower designs are made by hand by a master blacksmith using the hot forging method (they are heated in a forge, the slag is beaten off, and the part is formed). After the design of the forged flower bowl is ready, decorative elements are welded to the main parts.

Buds, vines, grape branches and other forged decor can be covered with patina - paint that gives the product a touch of antiquity. Depending on wishes and style, the forged flower girl is painted in the color of silver, copper, gold, or brass.