Patchwork: Get Inspired by the Art of Gathering Fabrics

Handicrafts are a great hobby. In addition to expressing your imagination, you exercise your skills and, in addition, can give that increased in your income. Among the many crafts that exist, patchwork is one of the most popular techniques.

Patchwork that literally means "work with retail". The idea is just that: put together different pieces of fabric and create something new, beautiful and unique. From American games to bedspreads, to bags and accessories, there are numerous possibilities using this technique.

Whether you are an apprentice or veteran of the art of patchwork, check out the tips we have prepared below. The list of inspirations is a must see!


Learn how to patchwork

Patchwork pieces usually have three layers: the lining, the filler and the top. The top is the most apparent part, the "top" part. The lining and the filling are the finishes, which give volume and finish the pieces. Learn more tips in the tutorials we selected!

Patchwork for Beginners, by Claudia Viana

The first step to getting started in the art of patchwork is to make your first seams. If you have never even caught a machine, don't worry. The video above teaches you how to make the most basic points, which are very important for most jobs.

Read also: Amigurumi: learn the technique and learn how to make cute animals


Patchwork Block, by Fê Atelier

The materials needed to make your magic block are: two contrasting color fabrics, patchwork ruler, cutting board, edge scissors, pins, circular cutter, ironing board and iron. See the video walkthrough well explained.

Seamless Patchwork, by Nina Braz

To make a beautiful American game requires no skill with needles. Cut 20 pieces of fabric and glue together using glue cloth. The tip is to first form strips with the tissues, then join them all together. It is a charm!

Wallet in five minutes, by Casa de Pano Ateliê

Want to use your time to learn something new and fun? Check out the step by step of this portfolio! It is simple to make and can sell for up to $ 20. You can download the part mold, which makes the job much easier.


On Youtube you can find a lot of cool stuff, with well explained tutorials. Search for? Patchwork step by step? to watch videos that teach you how to make bags, fabric baskets and even toiletries!

6 patchwork products to buy online

If you love the look of patchwork but not the craft crew, there are plenty of options to buy on the internet. Here are some suggestions:

Read also: Crochet: A Guide to Getting Started or Improved in This Technique

Where to buy

  1. Patchwork Bag, at Mercado Livre
  2. Eames Patchwork Chair at Lucy Home
  3. Patchwork Cup Rest on Elo7
  4. Patchwork mini skirt at Dafiti
  5. Patchwork shoulder bag at Dafiti
  6. Patchwork Stool, at Americanas

Just saw how much beautiful thing? The hard thing now is deciding!

31 patchwork photos to inspire you

Using the hashtag #patchwork you will find many beautiful creations through Instagram. Check out this selection with only a small part of them!

1. Images that transmit peace: organized materials

2. The desire to buy more fabrics only increases

3. The good thing is that patchwork allows many creations.

4. Like this beautiful pillow

5. These Sleeping Masks

6. Or even this very cheerful bedding

7. Seriously, look at the cuteness of this little notebook!

8. You can customize the objects of the little ones

9. Make your room more colorful

10. Or the Hottest Dog

11. The combination of white, black and pink is beautiful

12. This cupcake need is exciting

13. What about this pencil holder? Beautiful and practical!

14. Love Shaped Coaster

15. How about mixing several scraps and creating a single piece?

16. If you are a beginner, you can start with simpler projects.

17. And then increase the difficulty level

18. After a while you can make whole trousseau

19. Will start customizing all your stuff

20. And in the blink of an eye you'll see patchwork all over the house.

21. Still not inspired enough? So look at this bag

22. And all the delicacy of this comic

23. How to describe the beauty of this color palette?

24. We fell in love with this mix of green and black

25. Beautiful works like this make us sigh

26. Here we see a dog that also approves of patchwork

27. The cats are not left out either

28. Did someone say rainbows?

29. Just contemplating another beautiful handcrafted piece

30. Is the hand to start work already scratching?

31. So now it's up to you! Needle in hand and a lot of creativity in the head!

If you want to venture into this world of handiwork, there are many cool techniques to learn. How about giving amigurumis or crochet a try? Put in the comments what your favorite crafts!

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