How to Create a Bird Cage Bridal Headpeice

Bird cage headpieces can be made in varying lengths for more or less drama.

A bird cage headpiece is a decoration worn on the head, and made from netting and attached to clips, combs, headbands or delicate hats. The head piece is a great alternative to a fussy veil, and can also be used to play up the vintage vibe of a decade's dress or theme. Bird cage headpieces are simple to construct and require minimal crafting supplies and expertise.

Things You'll Need

• Scissors
• Netting
• Comb
• Hot glue
• Glue gun

Instructions

1. Cut a semicircle from the netting using scissors. The straight edge of the semicircle will be gathered to give the headpiece a curved 3-D shape. A semicircle with a 10-inch straight edge will cover just one side of the face, so adjust sizing accordingly for a more dramatic look.

2. Gather the straight edge of the semicircle to give the piece some volume, matching the length of the gathered straight edge to the length of the comb bridge.

3. Slip the gathered netting through the comb prongs so the netting and comb are facing away from each other. There should be about one-quarter inch to half-inch of netting excess gathered on the underside of the comb.

4. Apply hot glue to the underside bridge of the comb using the glue gun. Adhere the netting excess to the glued underside bridge of the comb. Let it dry completely.

5. Slip the comb into the hair on one side of the head to place the bird cage headpiece. Manipulate the netting with your fingers to create desired look.

Tips & Warnings

• Embellish the bridge of the comb with silk flowers, rhinestones or pearl trim details for added pizazz.