Cocoon swing: types, features of choice and master-class on making

Recently, the furniture has ceased to perform only its direct functions. Today, more and more people are choosing for themselves beautiful and comfortable modern models. Quite often, especially for the garden or balcony, the choice falls on the chair-cocoon. The shape in the form of eggs and the ability to make it in the form of a swing like people of different ages. Particularly attractive such chairs look when suspended in trees or surrounded by abundant greenery.

Suspended chairs can be very different, and to give it is completely easy to choose the most suitable option.

• Swing chair usually come complete with a sturdy frame that makes them mobile.Such furniture is perfect for both home and garden.
• Hammock chair - the perfect place to relax. The fabric base pleasantly envelops, as if hugging. An inflatable pillow can be as soft as it feels like, because it is easy to blow it away, or, conversely, to inflate. Most often made without frames.
• Cocoon chair or egg chair - very elegant option. In fact, the chair is a miniature shelter in which it is pleasant to take refuge for rest. Quite often, on a rigid frame, this model turns into a swing-cocoon, becoming even more attractive.
• Chair bubble has the shape of a ball, a part of which was taken and cut off. Looks great in a transparent version, and in color. It is often made of dense homogeneous material.
• Chair drop really like children. And often it goes even with the door and looks like a fabric house, which even the little restless likes more.

The materials from which the suspended models are made are also quite diverse.

• Fabric patterns differ in their strength, density, color, decor. It is best to opt for such materials as jeans, tarpaulin, raincoat fabric.
• Knitted chairs knit or crochet look simple and luxurious at the same time. They are easy to make original, using a different thread texture, colors, knitting patterns.
• Macrame woven from a strong cord of a model will become excellent decoration of a garden. It is especially pleasant that such a piece of furniture will please for many years.
• Rattan or Wicker Models fascinating. Of course, these chairs are somewhat more expensive, but to make them yourself is quite difficult.

In terms of style and design, the selection of hanging chairs is now enormous. Of course, the shape of the egg does not lose its popularity for many decades in a row. This type is most often chosen for garden plots.He is attractive because it is very convenient to hide from everything and be alone with himself.

Egg-shaped models resemble an egg only remotely. Today they have undergone a lot of changes, sometimes becoming more elegant. In some chairs, we can see constrictions on the sides, and in some any additional elements such as a stand under the legs or additional armrests. The oval look is more closed and secluded, so it is mainly chosen by those who like to spend time in solitude.

Round shape is also quite popular. Armchairs in the form of a sphere look pretty massive. In order to smooth this, the designers began to carry them out in the form of lace lace or make them from transparent materials. An excellent option, which will look light and elegant, is a round base, woven from colored threads. Drop-shaped forms also occupy one of the leading positions. Often, these models are easy to mount, because they do not necessarily attach to the frame. They will look great in every corner of the garden and are suitable even for an afternoon nap. These chairs are especially popular with children, as they are easy to hide.

Swing cocoons can be of the most different colors, ranging from white and ending with fancy rainbow patterns. For the garden is best suited brown in all its natural shades or green. Such models will be perfectly disguised among lush greenery. If the seat is chosen for the child or for the purpose of raising the mood, then it is better to stop the choice on bright monophonic models, for example, yellow or lilac. For lovers of marine subjects, the combination of white, blue and yellow colors is perfect.

For balconies best chairs, cocoons in light or, on the contrary, dark colors. This will give them elegance and sophistication. If you want to diversify and cheer yourself up a little, you can use colorful bright pillows.

When choosing a cocoon swing, you first need to decide who it is for and where it will be located. After all, a child needs safer models, and for adults - more durable and hardy. Also, chairs can differ in where they are located - in the living room, dining room, kitchen, nursery or on the street. Sometimes they come in several pieces in a set and mutually complement each other. It is desirable to give preference to products with simple shapes and a minimum number of decorative elements. Such models will always be comfortable and elegant. You can always add any small details to your own taste. Looks great options with compact size and tight braid.

If desired, you can easily make a cocoon swing yourself, having studied the master classes.The easiest way to do your own wicker models that will look great on the balcony. For such a cocoon chair will need:

• metal-plastic ring (cross-section from 35 mm) for a backrest with a size of 1.1 meters;
• metal-plastic ring (section from 35 mm) for a 0.7 meter seat;
• 4 mm thread of polyamide fiber up to 1,000 meters long, preferably with a polypropylene base;
• rope slings;
• a pair of tight ropes to connect the hoops.

The dimensions of the swing can be very different, and based on them, the quantity and the materials themselves can vary somewhat. For example, if the chair will be made for children, then you can choose rings and with a smaller diameter. In that case, if the chair is supposed to be used by all family members, then it is better to choose materials with maximum strength characteristics. Once everything you need is prepared in advance, you can gradually create a "cocoon".

• Begin the manufacture of the chair should be braided hoop. It is necessary to take into account that 40 meters of thread are needed per meter of pipe. It must be laid tightly in an even layer. After every 10 steps, it is worthwhile to fasten, tighten and fold the trailing loops.Braid should be smooth and dense.
• The second step is to create a mesh on the hoop with a double thread. At the same time, it must be fastened to the sheath with a sturdy loop. It is not necessary to cut off the ends, since they can later become an ornament in the form of a fringe. How elastic the mesh is depends solely on how the thread is stretched. Do not be afraid that too tight weaving leads to deformation of the hoop, as it is then aligned with the stretched knots.
• In the third stage, the braided rings come together. Hoops must be connected with a thread on one of the edges. On the other hand, put two bars of wood or metal. Their length is selected depending on the height of the product.
• Further the back is woven. For her, you can choose any scheme. The thread must be fixed in the upper part of the hoop, and then in the process of work gradually lead down. Knots should be tightened on the bottom ring. The remaining threads can be collected in tassels.
• After this, it is worthwhile to strengthen the cocoon using two ropes that secure the seat to the backrest.
• The final touch is the attachment to the sling cocoon swing.

On the balcony will look great light and air model «Tropicalia Cocoon». It is made in the form of a suspended chair fixed on a rigid steel frame. Airiness was achieved through the original weaving. For the base taken tapes made of thermoplastic polymer. Practical owners will love the “Egg Stand” model, which is made from synthetic fiber. It is resistant to moisture and sunlight. The designer Nunna Dietze created these unique swings. She specifically made them suitable for both adults and children. Moreover, this option is also suitable as a cradle for kids, if you disconnect the "base-egg."

For the garden, the super-durable steel swing The Bubbles Swing will be ideal. Designers have tried to make these models interesting at the expense of garden subjects.The result was appetizing forms in the form of, for example, pumpkin with a copper coating. Another feature of such a cocoon is the ability to accommodate three people at once due to its size. Universal swing model "Jasmin Swing". Chairs are made of mild steel and have a corrosion-resistant coating. This material is light and plastic. As a result, it is possible to create original curls that resemble plant forms. This chair is ideal for both garden and balcony, complementing the interior.

How to make a swing-cocoon with your own hands, see the next video.