Most often in our time, a carnival mask is an attribute of such a celebration as the New Year. In Western countries, such a thing is appropriate during the Christmas holidays, as well as on Halloween. In some institutions, various theme parties are often held , which include carnival nights, masquerade balls, and the like. Due to the fact that the most important accessory in the image of each guest is a carnival mask, it should be unique, beautiful and, of course, suit its owner in style and face type. Therefore, it is best to make this attribute yourself, using a brief instruction and your own imagination.
A carnival mask made at home should look dignified and attractive. There are many ways with which you can make this decorative part. One of them is a crocheted mask. This openwork element of the image can be supplemented with a fan of the same material, gloves or a small handbag. An openwork mask must certainly fit along, it is combined only with a few styles of dresses. It is obvious that a mask of such material can only belong to a woman. It is worth noting that for the manufacture of such a thing, it is necessary to use very strong and resistant threads that can hold the shape and at the same time repeat all the contours of the face of its owner.
DIY carnival masks can be made from improvised materials, such as foil, tulle, thick cardboard, colored paper and sparkles. In order for all this to acquire the desired shape and configuration, it is important to have imagination and be able to combine all kinds of materials.
It is also important to know that the carnival mask should not consist entirely of cardboard, otherwise it will “cheapen” your elegant look. Cardboard can only be used as an auxiliary material, which will add strength and resistance to the product. If we are talking about openwork carving on cardboard, then it may well become the main component of the mask.
Whatever the carnival mask is made of, it is important to decorate it in every possible way, to make it more interesting and attractive. To do this, you can use beads, beads, all kinds of rhinestones and sparkles. Often, masks are supplemented with feathers, but this point must be “coordinated” with the suit. The accessory should be in harmony with the guest attire of the masquerade, and not catch the eye, diverting all the attention to itself. It is necessary to maintain measure by decorating the mask. If a large number of decorative details are used, then all of them must be designed in a single color scheme.
A very common way to make a mask with your own hands is the papier-mâché technique. As a basis, you can use your own face or use a plaster cast of the head. Such masks look much more spectacular, more original and more beautiful, a face is more reliably hidden under them, which intrigues all the guests present at the celebration.