Patchwork

Patchwork (English patch for patches ) or patchwork is a form of textile art, may be used in the remains of various materials to produce new textiles.

History

The technique of patchwork began in the era before the birth of Christ in the East and in Central Asia. The oldest known piece is a pall, which was made ​​in 1000 BC in Egypt from the skin of gazelle. Originating from the Mediterranean, the textile technology is widespread in Europe from the 11th to the 13th century during the Crusades. After that English women and American settlers had a large share in the development of the quilt up to the quilt.

Technology

When patchwork small or large pieces of felt, leather, fur, silk fabric, linen, cotton, among others to a larger area against each other or each other sewn together:

Today patchwork projects are made according to a design point and less by considerations of -interest. Goods Blankets main subject of the design first, then next be artistic patchwork "for the wall " designed and executed. Textile artists work with patchwork.