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Festival


TRANSFORM AN ORDINARY HEADPIECE INTO A BEAUTIFUL FLORAL ACCESSORY WITH SARAH MILLSOP’S SPRING MAKE


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his headband is not only a perfect festival staple, it can also be worn on other special


occasions like an outdoor party, a wedding or any event taking place during in the spring and summer.


Create a crowning touch You will need “


l Lucite Floral collection from Riverside Beads l Headband base l Gilt wire, 0.88mm l Flat nose pliers l Wire cutter l Seed beads


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Take a section of wire, approximately 30-40cm, leaving a little extra for you to


hold onto (this will be trimmed later). Wrap the wire tightly and closely around a small section of the band to secure it – I recommend 4-5 turns. Ensure that a couple of inches of wire is left sticking out from the top of the band for the embellishments. You can trim the extra wire underneath the band for a neat finish. Do not leave the end of the wire on the underside of the band as it will be uncomfortable to wear.


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If you wish to create a multi-layered effect, place a lucite flower on top of the


wire along with any smaller flowers. Put a seed bead in the centre of the lucite flower ensuring that the blossom is held securely onto the band.


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Push the wire that’s left sticking out of the top of the band through the seed


bead hole, pulling it tightly until it creates a small loop to give a neat finish.


Wrap the remaining wire around the base 2-3 times to secure the flower.


Repeat steps 1-4 to create clusters of flowers along the band. Use smaller


flowers to fill gaps and hide the band and wire.


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Decide how many embellishments you’d like to add onto your headband. Why not place a cluster of flowers to the side and apply an accent or two for a modest look? Or you can go all-out and cover your make with a few layers of blooms.


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