Good day, dear friends! Today, as always, we have a very interesting topic, called “Family Coat of Arms”. Kindergarten teachers and school teachers can ask you to come up with and draw such a family symbol. They just don’t really explain how to do this. Therefore, we will understand the issue ourselves.
From the article you will learn a little about the history of the family coat of arms, its structure, the meaning of the colors and figures used in coat of arms. We will also be making real coats of arms for four real families, so you can have real samples.
And at the end of the article you will even receive a link to download the “stamp” templates.
Ready? Then let's go.
Family coat of arms photo
Today, in Russia, anyone can create and register a family coat of arms with the Heraldic Service. Having received the documents, it can be depicted on jewelry, furniture, and interior items.
Family Coat of Arms of Alla Pugacheva and Maxim Galkin
Coat of arms of Philip Kirkorov
Coat of arms of Stas Mikhailov
Family coats of arms and their meaning
Its history and family coats of arms date back to the tenth century. They originally served as a seal to mark one's property. Medieval knights also had a hand in the dissemination of family coats of arms, which served as a kind of insignia. They were depicted on armor that completely hid a person, as well as on horse blankets, cloaks and other objects. Subsequently, family coats of arms became widespread among noble families, which were passed from generation to generation. Special people - heralds - were involved in compiling them. Monarchs gave permission to have a coat of arms only to distinguished families. The presence of a family coat of arms gave a feeling of respect for one’s own personality, an attitude of belonging to something great. The Russian Armorial of noble families was first established by Emperor Paul the First, and Peter the Great approved the position at court, the master of arms. During the period from 1797 to 1917, twenty volumes were created. In 1917, the twenty-first volume was added to the general collection by the Provisional Government.
But despite the great importance of family coats of arms, not everyone could afford to have one. This matter was very troublesome and cost a lot of money. Many nobles did without Family Coats of Arms, especially since there were not so many ways to use them. Today we can see how family mansions were decorated with coats of arms.
The famous Sheremetyev family dates back to the 16th century. Its representatives throughout its history occupied key positions in the state. The first founder of the coat of arms was Boris Petrovich Sheremetyev, who served as a field marshal during the time of Peter the Great and was awarded the title of count. The basis for drawing up the coat of arms was the coat of arms of the city of Gdansk, in order to confirm the origin of the family from Prussia. Against the background of a gold-colored shield, a crown is depicted, framed by a laurel, with two crosses. The hat at the bottom of the image means belonging to the boyars, which were many representatives of the Sheremetev family. A spear and a sword are placed crosswise at the bottom of the cap. The shield is supported by lions, in the teeth of which are the laurel and Maslenitsa branches. On top there is an oak tree and a tournament helmet, on the sides there are two stars. Lions hold the scepter and orb. The inscription below, translated from Latin, means “God will save everyone.” An image of the coat of arms can be found on the facade and gates of the Sheremetyev estate and on utensils.
Coat of arms of the famous Demidov dynasty, large industrialists and landowners, founders of cities in the Ural lands.
Coat of arms of the Royal Dynasty of England - the Windsors. In the center of the Coat of Arms is the Tower of Windsor Castle.
After the revolution, the need for drawing up coats of arms disappeared and only recently this tradition began to be revived. Each family has the right to come up with its own coat of arms and register it. The family coat of arms is a source of pride for every generation.
How to create a wedding monogram?
Typically, newlyweds make a wedding monogram to order from a master who either draws a family monogram in special programs for applying it to wedding accessories and other small items, or produces a three-dimensional wedding monogram from any material: wood, fresh flowers, textiles, etc. P.
There is an alternative option - you can use all your imagination and independently develop a family logo! How to create a wedding monogram without the help of professionals? There are several useful programs and services, which we will discuss below (in the attached videos you will find instructions on how to make monograms or logos in them - the principle of their creation is the same).
Office Word
You can draw a wedding monogram with your own hands using Office Word, experimenting with fonts, color and size of letters, as well as filling the background, inserting frames and decorative details.
This option is quite easy, but it is unlikely that you will be able to create something truly original. But if you need a simple version of a monogram for a wedding photo shoot, in particular, to create three-dimensional letters from cardboard, then this is a completely workable option.
Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop
You can draw a monogram yourself using special programs: Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop. You can use any font, color and size of letters for the inscription, as well as take advantage of various effects and additionally decorate the inscription with any original patterns and designs. The possibilities are endless!
The advantages of this option are that you will get a very impressive result, but only if you know how to work in these programs. Otherwise, this may turn off many newlyweds, because it will be very difficult to find time to learn the basics of Photoshop before the wedding.
Paint
An assistant in developing a monogram can be Paint, in which you can create an inscription using the desired font for the monogram, the size and color of the letters, and also add decorative elements. As in the case of Word: everything is simple and free, but, alas, not always impressively beautiful!
Free online services
If none of the above options suits you, pay attention to free online services that can help you create a beautiful monogram for your wedding. These can be either special sites for creating monograms or services for developing logos - they have the same principle!
Working with such services is quite simple and easy, the main thing is to have access to the Internet and follow the step-by-step prompts
On the downside: some features may only be available in paid mode, so you need to be prepared for some expenses
Working with such services is quite simple and easy, the main thing is to have access to the Internet and follow the step-by-step prompts. On the downside: some features may only be available in paid mode, so you need to be prepared for some expenses.
We will talk about the last option below so that you can see with an example how you can create a monogram on one of these online services, spending a minimum of time and effort.
Description of the family coat of arms
- the Shield must be depicted , which serves as a kind of symbol of protection. At different times, shields could have different shapes.
2. Above the shield, a Helmet , which at different times was modified and meant protection of the head. Its shape changed, depending on fashion trends and improvements in armor. There were also rules according to which a certain shape of a helmet could be depicted in accordance with the title and position in society.
On the Russian Coat of Arms, only Russian and Western European helmets were depicted.
3. Pommel or Crest - decoration on the top of the helmet. Can be in the form of a feather, horns, tail, birds, animals. During the times of chivalry, it served as the main identification mark, as it could be seen from afar.
4. Burlet - located between the helmet and crest, serves as a transitional link. It was made from multi-colored fabric.
Crown - serves as a symbol of distinction of nobility, indicates title.
Mantle - a cloak, can be depicted whole or torn, attached to the helmet.
Shield holders are figures that are located on the sides of the shield and support it. These can be birds, animals or any shapes.
In addition, there must be a foundation on which this structure stands. It can be in the form of earth, mountain, lattice, ribbon, etc.
And, of course, the colors with which the coats of arms were painted were also carried out according to certain rules.
From the history of the coat of arms to the history of the family
The history of heraldry, or the creation of a coat of arms, dates back to the times of the Crusades, when people had to quickly visually identify a person fully dressed in knightly armor.
| A coat of arms is a symbol that represents a person, family or corporation. They first began to be actively used in the 12th century by feudal lords and knights. Knights were thus recognized during battles; family emblems were placed on the shields of knights and on other equipment. The family coat of arms should reflect the core family traditions and values, so creating one allows children to understand their importance. |
Find out what family traditions are
Originally, coats of arms were simple, using only a few different shapes and color combinations. But as more and more knights sought to distinguish themselves, the designs became more and more complex, with specific meanings conveyed by each mark or symbol used to display on the shield.
Although there is some disagreement among scholars about the absolute meaning of some signs, there are several generally accepted meanings. Use them to create your own coat of arms.
Today, coats of arms are used not only as family ones. They can be seen on sports team badges, company logos, club and organization symbols, as well as on currencies, stamps, flags or banners. Most countries and cities in Europe have a coat of arms and even some small villages. But still, more often they are perceived as a symbol of family tree and are tied to a specific surname.
Samples of family coats of arms
How to make a family coat of arms for the garden, step by step with photos
Young children need to be explained what a coat of arms is and why it is needed.
- The coat of arms is a symbol of any family, helps to maintain its values and is passed on by inheritance.
- The coat of arms may contain certain signs, both accepted in heraldry and invented, but corresponding to family traditions
- Discuss the symbols with your child, tell them what they mean.
- Ask everyone in your household to join in the creative process.
Creating a Family Coat of Arms for children is a creative and exciting activity. Tell your child about your family. on the mother's side and on the father's side. What did they do, maybe they became famous for something? Ask the child what thoughts he has about family members and think together about how you can display them on paper. If there are doctors in the family, draw a medical cross, drivers - a car, engineers - technical details, athletes - skis, tennis rackets, etc. Choose the shape of the shield together. One option is to divide the shield into sectors, in each of which there will be a specific symbol characterizing the affairs of the father, mother, and other relatives. Let the child think about what can be depicted. Come up with a motto with which the family will go through life, and for the child, this will be a guideline.
Select colors for the image. Color spectrum:
Choose an animal figure, each of which symbolizes some quality.
Graphic symbols might be suitable:
The coat of arms can be either classic or arbitrary; the child must use his imagination. Elements of nature, plants, the sun can also be included in the image. The sun means warmth and continuity of generations, bees - hard work, olive tree - peaceful life, laurel - victories...
The Family Coat of Arms can be drawn or cut out of colored paper.
What you should pay attention to when creating a monogram
The first step when creating a wedding monogram or monogram is to figure out:
- Do you want to use only letters or other patterns as well?
- Do you prefer handwritten fonts or something more modern?
- do you have a color scheme that you want to incorporate into the design?
When creating a monogram, you can use any fonts. The main goal is to choose one that will look aesthetically pleasing with all the decorative elements. Use symbols such as "&", "+" or the word "and" to link letters together. For example, a monogram for Anna and Maxim will look like this:
In the classic version, the monogram also includes the first letter of the now common surname.
How to make a family coat of arms for school, step by step with photos
Older children take a meaningful approach to the task - to draw the Coat of Arms of their family. But adults must participate in the creative process. Perhaps the student does not know the history of his family, the task of the parents is to tell about family members, the profession of their ancestors, and about glorious deeds.
Remember! Your child should be proud of the family coat of arms.
Algorithm of actions:
- Ask all family members if they want to take part in drawing up the Family Coat of Arms
- Think about the achievements of all family members, maybe actions that you can be proud of.
- What would you like to see on your future Coat of Arms - plants, birds, animals, figures.
- Choose the shield shape, symbols and other attributes.
- Make a first sketch, taking into account all the details described above.
- Choose colors for the Family Coat of Arms.
- Come up with a Motto.
- Proceed with the basic design.
For the future Family Coat of Arms, it is better to take thick paper, A4 format.
How to create a wedding monogram?
Typically, newlyweds make a wedding monogram to order from a master who either draws a family monogram in special programs for applying it to wedding accessories and other small items, or produces a three-dimensional wedding monogram from any material: wood, fresh flowers, textiles, etc. P.
There is an alternative option - you can use all your imagination and independently develop a family logo! How to create a wedding monogram without the help of professionals? There are several useful programs and services, which we will discuss below (in the attached videos you will find instructions on how to make monograms or logos in them - the principle of their creation is the same).
Office Word
You can draw a wedding monogram with your own hands using Office Word, experimenting with fonts, color and size of letters, as well as filling the background, inserting frames and decorative details.
This option is quite easy, but it is unlikely that you will be able to create something truly original. But if you need a simple version of a monogram for a wedding photo shoot, in particular, to create three-dimensional letters from cardboard, then this is a completely workable option.
Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop
You can draw a monogram yourself using special programs: Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Adobe Photoshop. You can use any font, color and size of letters for the inscription, as well as take advantage of various effects and additionally decorate the inscription with any original patterns and designs. The possibilities are endless!
The advantages of this option are that you will get a very impressive result, but only if you know how to work in these programs. Otherwise, this may turn off many newlyweds, because it will be very difficult to find time to learn the basics of Photoshop before the wedding.
Paint
An assistant in developing a monogram can be Paint, in which you can create an inscription using the desired font for the monogram, the size and color of the letters, and also add decorative elements. As in the case of Word: everything is simple and free, but, alas, not always impressively beautiful!
Free online services
If none of the above options suits you, pay attention to free online services that can help you create a beautiful monogram for your wedding. These can be either special sites for creating monograms or services for developing logos - they have the same principle! Working with such services is quite simple and easy, the main thing is to have access to the Internet and follow the step-by-step prompts
On the downside: some features may only be available in paid mode, so you need to be prepared for some expenses
Working with such services is quite simple and easy, the main thing is to have access to the Internet and follow the step-by-step prompts. On the downside: some features may only be available in paid mode, so you need to be prepared for some expenses.
We will talk about the last option below so that you can see with an example how you can create a monogram on one of these online services, spending a minimum of time and effort.
Family coat of arms motto
The motto on the Coat of Arms is of great importance for the education of future generations; it reflects the characteristics of each family and unites it. There are no rules for drawing up a Motto. It can be written in poetry or prose, also in any language. Focus on activities, interests, goals, hobbies.
Family coat of arms for a wedding, how to make it yourself step by step with photos
A wedding, like a wedding celebration, is an important day for the future family. The coat of arms with the monogram of the young will be a distinctive feature. In addition to the fact that it will serve as a guide in life, the Wedding Coat of Arms will decorate the hall; it can be placed on Invitations, tablecloths, and napkins. A prerequisite is the image of the names or initials of the Bride and Groom. Moreover, they must be inscribed in such a way that they intertwine with each other or are connected by a line.
- Come up with symbols, these could be wedding rings, hearts, figures of young people, swans, doves.
- Think about the monogram that should be placed in the middle and what font it will be inscribed in.
- Choose the shape of the coat of arms; oval, round, or heart-shaped are suitable for newlyweds. Use a ready-made template or draw your own.
You can use a computer, draw a template and print it. Next, according to the template, get to work.
- Write the initials, first or last names of the newlyweds in the middle.
Having drawn the Family Coat of Arms for a wedding on paper, you can transfer it to any material and cut it out. It could be cardboard or whatman paper, wood carving would be a good idea, but for this you need to have such skill.
If desired, decorate the Coat of Arms.
Creating a wedding monogram design
When designing a wedding logo, you need to pay attention to several important points:
- Create your wedding monogram or monogram in high resolution format. If you plan to download a monogram from free stock services, then be prepared for the fact that, firstly, it will not be unique, and secondly, the images will not be of very high quality.
- If you have a color monogram, then also create another one in black and white, since not all decorative elements on which you plan to use it will look beautiful.
- If you plan to use your wedding monogram on anything other than printed materials, we recommend avoiding super-fine lines. They may be too fragile or inconspicuous.
For example, this is what the invitations to the royal wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton looked like (2011)
Pay attention to the monogram, quite modest, right?. This is what the invitations to the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle looked like in 2022
And this is what the invitations to the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle looked like in 2022.
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