All about New Year's patchwork

Patchwork is a patchwork sewing technology, with the help of which they create original and unusual things for decoration, interior decoration. Initially, it was a desire to use the leftover scraps of fabric that were not useful during sewing. Today patchwork is a whole direction, through which not only beautiful, but also comfortable things are created, even whole masterpieces.

The patchwork in the New Year's style deserves special attention, because with its help you can make an original and useful gift both for the New Year and for Christmas.

Patchwork is a fun process. Many are delighted with this technique and actively develop their abilities. There are a number of reasons why you should try patchwork.

1. Saving materials. Patchwork allows you to save on the purchase of decorative pillows or bedding. And why spend money when you can make something original with your own hands from rags that are kept at home.
2. Ecology. Now it is not necessary to throw away spoiled clothes, because they can be turned into a decorative item, giving a second life.
3. Exclusive. Do-it-yourself things will no longer be with anyone.
4. Recreation. Patchwork is relaxing and also energizing.

Many are in no hurry to master the patchwork technique, considering it difficult. However, it is not. A few expert tips will help you master the patchwork.

• It's worth starting with ready-made sets. There are many different kits in handicraft stores today, which include cut pieces and the necessary tools.
• It is recommended to sew from squares. This is a basic technique that can be used in patchwork.The plus is that they are stitched together quickly, not taking a lot of time to create a finished composition.
• Beginners should use larger flaps. The fact is that the smaller the piece of fabric, the more difficult it will be to make the seams. Larger patches can have fewer stitches and keep them neat.
• You shouldn't come up with something new right away. At first, you can repeat the work of others. This will help improve your technique and develop your imagination. You can start, for example, with a boot.

Patchwork will appeal to those who want to start creating original things. Technology is mastered quickly, and the process becomes more fun and creative over time.

To create a New Year's crafts using the patchwork technique, you will need to prepare:

• fabric of different colors and textures;
• a needle;
• threads;
• rug;
• knife;
• sewing scissors;
• chalk for marking;
• centimeter and ruler;
• cardboard;
• thimble;
• iron.

Most of the materials can be found at home. The rest should be purchased at the nearest sewing store. If you want to quickly cope with the task at hand, you can additionally use a sewing machine.

The patchwork technique allows you to make original New Year's things for decorating a table or decorating a room. And everyone can use patchwork to make gifts to family and friends with their own hands.

If earlier sewing with the use of rags was a repair of products, today it is not so. The technique was invented to create original and unusual things. With patchwork, you can do:

• bedspreads;
• furniture covers;
• napkins;
• rugs;
• pillowcases.

And also for the New Year, you can sew stockings, bags or a quilt - a quilted fabric in which at least 3 types of fabric are stitched. To get a high-quality result, you can use the schemes that professionals share in their master classes.

There are several types of schemes of different levels of complexity. The classic and simplest piece of patchwork is the block, which can take the shape of a square, triangle or polygonal shape. More complex sewing technologies include:

• carousel;
• the riddle of Solomon;
• English park;
• hourglass.

To get an original product, you can combine basic and sophisticated schemes with each other. However, before that, it is recommended to practice on simple elements. For example, to sew a square block, you will need to follow a series of steps.

1. Cut a square out of the fabric, or buy a ready-made set.
2. Using a ruler and pencil or chalk, mark the seam allowances to be made on each side of the square. The allowance width should not exceed 1 cm.
3. Fold the workpiece in half so that in the end the front side is inside.
4. Using a thread and a needle, make seams on both sides. The stitches should be neat and small so as not to catch your eye. The result should be an envelope.
5. Turn the envelope right side out.
6. Pull the sides of the product with your fingers to create a diamond. Additionally, flatten the corners of the envelope with your hands at the top and bottom.
7. Fill the interior with filler.
8. Bend the protruding edges of the rhombus so that they are inside, and fix their position with pins.
9. Sew the folded edges with neat, small stitches.

At the end of the process, one square will be ready. Then you can sew several more blanks, from which at the end it will be possible to assemble an original composition in the form of a bedspread, pillowcase or other product.

Patchwork is a huge scope for imagination. It is worth filling your hand, and you can create real masterpieces. To make the New Year memorable for loved ones, you can please them with handmade gifts. The patchwork technique allows you to make:

• balls on the tree;
• Garlands;
• a panel of scraps;
• stockings for gifts;
• dish coasters;
• a heating pad for the kitchen;
• cozy blanket;
• toys for kids;
• pillows;
• linens.

You can also use patchwork to make a decorative skirt for the Christmas tree. Many are sure that the patchwork technology was created specifically for decorating and decorating rooms. Multi-colored fabrics allow you to embody any ideas.

Decorations made using this technique in a children's room will look especially beautiful. Unusual textures and attractive shades will delight the eyes of children and cause enthusiastic exclamations at the sight of such a gift.

How to sew a New Year's napkin, see the video.