More and more popular are various crafts made of plastic for the garden, which allow it to decorate in a special way. One of the most Complex and interesting handicrafts is a peacock made of plastic bottles. It is not even the first time experienced masters can get, not to mention the newcomers. But one thing can be confidently said - this figure will become the central link of your collection. Add a peculiar zest and allow you to significantly decorate your property. Nothing particularly difficult in creating such a craft, no. But a peacock made of plastic bottles requires, first of all, diligence and perseverance. If you have them, you can safely proceed to manufacture.
Materials and components
First of all, you need a strong 10-liter plastic container. It is used to create a trunk frame. For the legs you need a particularly strong wire and a plastic tube to hide it. The diameter of the wire should be slightly Less pipe. A welded metal net will necessarily be required. Its approximate dimensions should be 45 cm wide and 150 cm long. This will become a framework for the installation of plastic feathers. Thick, good polystyrene, with the help of which the bird's head will be made. Well, and of course, a certain stock of plastic bottles, which will be spent on the appropriate design. These are the main components by means of which a peacock made of plastic bottles will be made. If necessary, this list can be substantially expanded and supplemented.
Creating a skeleton
The bottom and side wall of the canister are cut so that at the junction of the opposite side wall and base the joint remains intact and inviolable. The upper cut is divided into 3 equal parts. At a distance of 2/3, the side wall is cut off and fixed with wire or screws. We connect the legs together with the letter "P". Bottom on them put on plastic tubes and fix them on the base (for example, for these purposes a wooden circle can approach). From the top of the letter "P" we recede the distance, which is equal to the length of the rib of the side of the container, and we make a certain bend by 30-45 degrees. Next, we put the tank on the resulting supporting structure. The basis on which the peacock will be constructed from plastic bottles, Ready.
Feathers
At the next stage, the feathers are cut from plastic bottles and, in a certain order, are glued to the lower part of the trunk and legs. Then on top of the trunk A welding net is applied and bent over the surface of the container. Also, this produces a framework for the tail, which should protrude from behind. Further elongated feathers are cut from plastic and placed on the net. Fix them with wire. Similarly, wings are obtained. After finishing the placement of the feathers, it is necessary to start cutting out the head. It is made of foam plastic with a knife. As eyes, you can use buttons that are glued to the right place. Then we make standing feathers on the head of plastic. When installing their base we cover with glue for the strength of the connection. Then we make a beak. It is carved out of the same material. Fix it with screws. At the next stage we make the neck and connect the two elements made earlier. Then the neck is covered with feathers, on which the paint is applied. At the final stage, the upper part is pasted with feathers and then covered with a paint of the appropriate color. Based on the creation of models of paws. All this is made of plastic. Everything is ready, the bird after drying the paint can be taken out into the garden and put on a favorite place. Manufacture of hand-made articles from plastic bottles is a rather labor-intensive process. Experienced masters take about 10 days to receive a peacock. If you are a beginner, then it may take even more time for such work. It is important to remember and not to hurry.
Summary
This article outlines the sequence of how a peacock can be made from plastic bottles. The master class, of course, should be more detailed. But the basic order of actions is outlined. Complementing it with your imagination, you can turn a fairy tale into a reality. To do this, it is enough to show diligence and spend some time. The result will surpass all your expectations.