Patchwork Bags

Today's variety of models of handbags is difficult to surprise even the most sophisticated in the fashion of the fair sex. Classic and original, evening and casual, miniature and voluminous - a separate category of accessories stands out among all this abundance - a patchwork-style bag. They can not be confused with other models, thanks to a bright and recognizable style.

"Patchwork" (patchwork) in translation from English means "rag" or "sewed from rags". This is the essence of the creation of these original models - outwardly, they very much resemble a mosaic created from patches of different colors, texture and size.

Bags, made in the technique of patchwork, are now very popular. Because they are original, unusual, practical, they can be easily sewn with your own hands. They are made of different materials and look great in a variety of designs.

Patchwork handbags can most often be seen with a casual outfit. However, there are also original patchwork clutch bags, shopping bags, travel bags and backpacks.

Flaps can also be different: the correct geometric shape (square, rectangle, circle, triangle, rhombus) or elements of fantasy shapes of different sizes. They can be arranged in rows, in a staggered or random order, in a spiral, zigzags. Shreds can be monophonic or variegated, with or without prints.

The bag can be made of leather or suede, and the rags will be used as an original decor or the accessory will be completely made of colorful pieces of fabric.

The bag can be not only stitched, but also crocheted or knitted. Such models look no less original and spectacular than textile.

The patchwork technique can be used in the form of a small laconic element of decor, for example, in the form of an appliqué or be the main decoration placed over the entire surface of the bag.

Patchwork technique allows you to create not only a small ornament, but also full-fledged panels and paintings on the surface of the bag.

But despite this, this technique is used in most cases for everyday models. Business or evening style means more stringent designs, classic colors and discreet decor.

The decoration in the style of “patchwork” most harmoniously looks in everyday models, thanks to its original design, practicality and non-marking colors.

One of the most popular models for the decoration of which used patchwork technique. Roomy, quite dimensional, having the most simple design - it is perfectly combined with multi-colored shreds of fabric in the form of a decor. Shreds can have the correct and irregular shape, the different size, to be decorated with various prints.

One of the favorite women's accessories. Such a handbag allows you to keep everything you need at hand, while the hands remain free. Such models are great for school, work, everyday life.

Bags for walking around the city or playing sports can be decorated with original patchwork compositions of bright colors and eye-catching ornaments.

A light bag of textiles, linen, cotton also serves as an excellent basis for the application of colorful, multi-colored pieces of fabric. This may be a chaotic ornament or a small panel on the theme of the sea, especially relevant in the summer.

It will be an excellent alternative to the usual models of bags with handles or shoulder strap. These bags are perfect for travel, travel, sports and everyday life.

Patchwork decoration technique is ideal for creating bags or decorating their own hands. Moreover, handmade products are still at the peak of popularity. The opportunity to make an exclusive decoration with their own hands today attracts many fashionistas.

To sew a simple summer bag, you will need a few pieces of thick cotton of different colors, lining material, glue padding fabric, scissors, pins, a centimeter or ruler, and a sewing machine.

Then you need to think about the design of the future product and proceed to the pattern:

• First, cut squares measuring 15 * 15 cm or any other, depending on the desires and dimensions of the future product. It is desirable that different pieces of fabric be similar in texture.
• Then a portion of the squares is laid out on the glue fabric and a pattern is ironed through a hot iron (so that the glue does not stick to the iron). Using glue base will give the bag a certain stiffness and help keep the shape. For better fixation of the squares, the outermost layers are additionally sewn to the base. Also come with all the horizontal layers. After that, you need to iron the base from the wrong side.
• It turned out one of the side walls. In the same way, the second side, the side parts of the handbag and the bottom are performed.
• Lining fabric is sewn to the sides and main parts of the bag. All parts of the bag are stitched, the handle is attached and the bag is ready. As a handle, a chain, a leather strap, a braided rope of various pieces of material can be used.

To decorate the finished bag appliqué in the style of "patchwork" will take even less time and skill. It all depends on the flight of fancy. Multi-colored pieces can be arranged on your favorite bag in a chaotic or specific order, make a mosaic panel or an interesting composition from them, decorate a pen, pockets, a small part of a handbag.

Patchwork patchwork can be made from materials of various thickness and texture. It can be cotton, denim, linen, leather, suede. Such materials look great in everyday models.

The choice of a fabric suitable for decoration directly depends on the material from which the bag itself is sewn. Textile bags are best decorated with shreds of soft, thin, obedient fabrics.

Leather, suede, and coat fabrics look best on hard, tight bags. However, this is not at all an obligatory rule, because the patchwork technique is good because it allows you to mix the very different fabrics on the texture in one product.

Patchwork decoration technique allows you to use pieces of matter of various colors and ornaments. The originality of the bags in the style of "patchwork" is in their brightness and singularity.

Models made in the folk style are decorated with patches of red, yellow, green, blue, white, black. Squares, circles, triangles, or pieces of other shapes can be plain or printed. The most popular ornaments are flowers, geometric patterns, abstraction, Scandinavian motifs.

More rigorous and elegant models can be decorated with decorative panels in the style of "patchwork". This may be a cityscape, still life or even a portrait.

Bags for study or work can be even more strict and discreet print.For example, stripes of different shades of the same color or neat rhombuses from patches of contrasting material.

Motley multicolor is most often used. to decorate summer casual and beach bags. Leather models are decorated with shreds of artificial or natural leather, similar in color or a few tones darker than the base material. Such models look very noble and expensive.