Practical Guide: How to Make a Mobile for a Crib with your own Hands
22.04.2023 09:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:25
A mobile is a decoration that is usually hung over a small child's bed. The accessory helps not only decorate the room, but also entertains the baby.
What do you need to make a mobile
- Template of any form;
- Thick paper;
- Cardboard;
- Flower ribbon;
- Glue;
- Stationery knife;
- Punch;
- Armature wire;
- Floss thread;
- 1/8 inch armature wire;
- Decorations;
- Hot glue gun.
How to make a mobile
- Print the template on a color printer.
- Glue the figurines onto cardboard.
- Carefully cut out the shapes with a utility knife.
- Make holes at the top of the figurines.
- Thread 6-12 inches of thread through the holes.
- Wrap the reinforcing wire with floral tape.
- Decorate the figurines with whatever you want: artificial flowers, ribbons.
- Glue the pieces securely so they don't fall off when in use.
- Tie the figurines to the pendant.
You can experiment with the location, length and distance between the figures.
Images of animals, leaves, flowers, birds are well suited for a mobile.
