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| Patchwork Quilting |
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| Patchwork is the traditional way of using up scraps of material left over from dressmaking and soft furnishing. For generations, the thrifty needlewoman has made a habit of saving her bits and pieces for future use. Magnificent patchwork quilts, treasured today as works of art, resulted from this natural and frugal instinct. This fantastic craft will appeal to many people who enjoy plain sewing and working with lovely materials and colours. You need to be able to fit the shapes together accurately and to stitch neatly. There are two basic types of patchwork - pieced and appliqued. Pieced quilts are made of small patches of fabric stitched together. Designs are usually straight-line geometrics. Appliqued quilts use cut-out fabric shapes sewn onto a background fabric. Since non-geometric shapes are easier to applique than to piece, the patterns are often pictorial. The lasting quality of your patchwork will depend, in the first instance, on the material from which the individual patches are made. Patchwork demands precision and accuracy in the making, and fabrics that have a firm, even weave, which will crease and seam well, and will not fray, are the most suitable and easiest to work with. More patchwork cotton has survived from the past that any other kind. The finer linens are easy to use, and lend themselves to all shapes and patterns. Pure silk of fine quality will make beautiful patchwork but it needs a little extra care in the handling and making up. Experiment with various materials once you are more knowledgeable in the craft. |
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