How to Make Cones |
Cones allow for precision control
and fine, accurate lines. Interested
in trying a mylar cone? Purchase cones HERE |
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If you are using mylar tissue, keep hands moisturized, as you can
not roll tissue mylar if the humidity is low and your hands are dry,
too much static electricity makes the tissue unmanageable. |
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1. Assemble tools
and supplies
- Cellophane
/ Mylar / Basket Wrap. The thicker the product, the easier the conemaking.
Master the technique, and then try mylar tissue, it makes the best
cones.
- Scissors
- Tape (Scotch
brand, red label)
- Rotary cutter
and mat if you have them
- Little rubber
bands
- Long pointy
item, chopstick, skewer
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2. Cut mylar
tissue into 6x7 inch rectangles. |
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4. Continue rolling
till the cone is formed, using a small push pull motion to make the
cone the length and width you like. |
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Roll |
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Roll a little
more |
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5. When you come
to the last bit, shift and pull the cone until the opening at the
tip is the size you like. This can be adjusted until the opening is
as small as a pin whole. |
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6. Tape down
the little tail, the 1 1/2 inches left over at the tip. |
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7. Cut a small
square piece of tape and wrap it around the very tip of the cone.
This will hold the teensy, tiny opening in place and prevent any slippage
or unwrapping. |
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8. Tape over
the seam on the outside using 2 pieces of tape approximately 1 1/2
inches long.
Using a long item such as a chopstick or long pointy scissors, put
a piece of tape inside the cone as far down as you can get it, place
another piece further up the inside of the cone to secure the inside
of the cone and keep it from unrolling as you use it. |
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9. Your cone
is now complete. You can fill 3-4cones with henna paste if you begin
with 20 grams of dry powder. |
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10. Fill the
cone 1/2 to 2/3 rd's of the way with several Tablespoons of henna. |
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11. Give the
cone one twist just above the paste and seal with a tiny rubber band. |
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12. If the
tip is too small cut a very small sliver off, test the width before
cutting again. |
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Scoot the rubber
band down the length of the cone as you use it to keep the pressure
consistent. These cones will last all day at an event without unrolling,
unraveling, or developing sloppy, large tips. |
