Applique cat: overview of types of applique and step-by-step master class

Applique can be called an incredibly interesting, quite simple and accessible kind of applied creativity. Because the way of its implementation is absolutely uncomplicated, and there are many kinds of this artistic work. A small overview of the varieties that can be used in the creation of creative ideas is offered for your attention.

Types of applique

Knowing the different types will help in creating art crafts from different materials.

Subject Applique.

This is probably the easiest option. Object images are glued onto a specific background, the basis of which is clear, distinct proportions, shapes, configurations, and colors.

Applique of a decorative nature

Distinguished by the presence of ornaments, a rich color scheme, the generalization of different forms, and rhythmicity.

Application with a thematic bias

The feature of this type is the diverse planned placement of figures, the density of coloring of subjects of the foreground, and their detailing. The purpose of such work is to reveal a certain plot.

Silhouette applique

Attractive in the manner of performance (fused cutting out of a silhouette), monochrome, expressiveness, recognizability.

Symmetry in applications.

The execution of any object, pattern is based on a symmetrical structure. This type of applique has several subtypes: mirror and center-beam symmetric type.

Asymmetric applique

In the process of creating a pattern there are completely no rigid stylistic restrictions.

Geometric shapes applique

The very name of the form indicates the presence of details of geometric shapes in the work.

Applique by cutting out

In the creation of crafts, the traditional method is used - cutting out of paper.

Ripped applique

Fluffiness, a certain roughness is created by ripping various parts from the paper.

Flat applique.

This is a basic type, characterized by gluing objects on the plane of the entire background.

Applique volumetric type

To create the appearance of volume help methods of fixing images of objects or their parts on the background of only a certain part of the plane.

Such types of application as:

mosaic;
fragmentation of components into parts;
monolayers;
layering;
Applique from fabric, natural materials.

Before starting to create a certain handicraft, it is necessary to choose the type in which this or that work will be made.

Children love cute, fluffy members of the feline family, and will gladly agree to create a fun collage. You can use a real cat or a character from a fairy tale or cartoon.

Fluffy cat on a window

Create an applique of a cat from colored paper for a child will be much easier and more interesting if parents take part in the process.

It is necessary to prepare:

preferably white cardboard;
colored and black thick paper;
Paints (watercolor, gouache);
Brush, pencil, scissors, glue;
black, green or yellow beads (choice of colors).

Step-by-step making:

Choose or draw a silhouette of a cat for the applique. For this, it is better to take black paper. Cut it into parts for gluing according to a selected scheme.
Choose a light-colored background (glue corresponding light-colored paper on cardboard).
Paint the cat's face with white paint, use beads for the eyes.
Moustache - narrow strips of paper (at this point, you will need adult help).
On the neck fluffy can "tie" a bright bow.
Overlapping strips of colored paper, create a window sill, on which the pussycat is positioned.

The resulting work can be placed in a frame, on which several small prints of the cat's paws are glued. They are either cut out of paper or drawn.

Very interesting turns out an applique "Cat" of geometric shapes. A preschool child can easily cope with such a craft.

Geometric kitten

For its performance it is necessary to prepare (cut out) geometric shapes:

circle - head (one piece);
a large triangle (isosceles) - the body (one piece);
small triangle - ears (two pieces);
triangle narrow, long - tail (one piece).

Before you start, it is desirable to discuss with your child kitten's color. It can be monochrome, with different shades, or colored.

Step by step performance of the work:

Lay out on the table in front of your child all the shapes - elements of the future cat.
Offer to arrange the parts on a sheet of paper in such a way as to create an image:
place a large triangle in the center and glue it down;
add a round head with small triangles - ears on top - to its top;
Glue a long tail to the bottom corner of the figure.

Work baby will be easier to work with a pencil glue. Crayons or pencils can draw a face (eyes, nose, mouth, mustache). Allow a child to dream with a color scheme. In the process, poems about funny kittens, or appropriate music will be appropriate.

Lovers of needlework, cats of different colors are given options for creating applications of cats out of fabric. Such products are an excellent decoration of clothing, bags, home textiles.

The contours of the cat figures are made by hand with a contour stitch, or on a sewing machine.

Option one - striped kittens

To make it you will need:

white and striped fabric;
black thread;
adhesive paper.

Workflow:

choose the scheme you like;
create the desired scale of parts of the applique;
cut out parts;
glue the adhesive paper to the striped fabric from the wrong side;
transfer all details of the outline to the fabric;
cut out and glue to the appliqué point on a particular piece of work;
iron all parts of the pussycat;
embroider the outline and muzzle of the fluffy kitten.

Nothing complicated, and the product will look more bright and attractive.

The second option is similar to the first, but you need a black fabric. It turns out elegant cat Bagheera. A small nuance - the eyes are made of white fabric (the pupils are embroidered with black threads).

You can also create an image of striped red kittens, fun fluffy babies in polka dots, florals, etc. The main thing is not to be afraid to realize your fantasies.

Very different look applique "Cat" made from different natural materials or different cereals.

Buckwheat cat

To create a similar applique, it is desirable to have several templates of the cat.

Prepare:

white and colored paper;
glue;
scissors;
markers.

Sequence of execution:

cut out a silhouette of a cat;
Well lubricate the plane with glue and scatter buckwheat on it;
Let dry, shake off a little surplus cereal;
Glue it to the main background;
From white paper cut out round eyes, draw black marker pupils, eyelashes and glue on the face;
add a nose and mustache.

Making such a collage, the child can learn about the shapes, types, sizes, colors of different cereals. After all, the kitten can be made not only from buckwheat groats. Rice, semolina, millet will do.

Applique from non-traditional material - this is also very interesting.

Fluffy Purrfect.

Materials and tools are the most common, which are used to create any kind of applique.

Creating a cat:

Cut out in advance a template of a cat figure to put on colored cardboard and outline with a pencil. The outline should be well visible on paper.
Put glue on the figure (for this it is better to use a pencil glue).
Small pieces of absorbent cotton gently spread out and glue on the blotched area.
Carefully fill the entire area of the image.
From colored paper cut out and glue eyes, spout, tongue.
From threads execute whiskers.

Purrfect will love the bow of bright ribbons, which also need to glue.

Class collage helps your child to see the beautiful and with his hands to create it. This type of artistic activity is closely linked to the development of speech, math, design, drawing and modeling. Perfectly develops and expands imagination. Teaches communication and teamwork skills.