"Being a guest is good, but being at home is better". There is no person who does not hear this expression. But it is erroneous. If the house is cold and unfriendly, you don’t feel like returning to it at all. And it's not the lack of repair. Sometimes the apartment may have an ideal European-quality repair, but there is not that special cozy atmosphere that allows you to feel calm and comfortable in the apartment. The creation of comfort and warmth in the house according to the established tradition is entirely the work of his mistress. Her creativity and sense of beauty is expressed in the selection of all interior items and the skillful arrangement of decorative elements. Many women cope with this task, some - on a hunch, others - using the advice of designers, who, incidentally, consider home textiles to be the key to an ideal home. Curtains, curtains, blankets, canopies and pillows, wraps for armchairs and sofas, ottomans, rugs, towels ... But the patchwork blanket is recognized as the most homely element of “interior stylists”.
From the depths of centuries
Products made of shreds appeared, probably, simultaneously with the invention of the needle. So, the Egyptian ornament from pieces of gazelle leather is known, dated 980 BC. e. And about a hundred years ago, archaeologists discovered in the "Cave of a Thousand Buddhas" a rug sewn in the 9th century from a large number of shreds of pilgrim clothes. By the way, the tradition of voluntarily parting with parts of their clothes is also known in Russia. In the second half of the century before last, the newlyweds were sewn with a wedding patchwork from pieces of outfits of visiting guests and newlyweds. It was believed that such a blanket brings happiness to the house and protects from adversity. He was never shown to strangers and was inherited. In Europe and the New World, the patchwork quilt had much more prosaic and sad symbolism - it was a sign of poverty.
From dirt to Kings
Patchwork quilt today is at the top of popularity. From a sign of poverty it has turned into a luxury item, worth a lot of money. Handmade designer bedspreads created in the style of patchwork are estimated at $ 500 on average. But it's worth it. Almost all products are made of completely natural materials, they are durable, after washing they do not shrink and do not change shape. This cover will last for many years and, possibly, will become your family heirloom. And, of course, the patchwork veil is very beautiful. You can choose a bedspread factory sewing. But if you want to bring elusive notes of soulfulness into the house, buy or order a cover for a needlewoman with experience. The last option has its advantages and disadvantages: some masters sometimes spend several weeks sewing one copy, but you can order certain sizes, materials, colors and discuss the main idea of your bedspread.
Create a masterpiece
For those who do not want to buy a factory and lose precious time (after all, can’t wait already - I just want to decorate the bed with a textile masterpiece right now), there is only one way out - to sew a quilt with your own hands. To create a simple patchwork bedspread does not have to be a skilled craftswoman. Information on sewing it can be found in special books, the benefit of masters who want to share their secrets is enough. Or you can go to special courses and, under the guidance of an experienced mentor, sew your first quilt right there.