Crochet using the patchwork technique

Among various types of needlework, patchwork has been especially popular since ancient times. From English, the name translates as "work with shreds." However, there is a knitted patchwork when the product consists of multi-colored shreds. It is made with a crochet or knitting needles. Initially, this method was used so that the remains of the yarn did not disappear.

Crochet patchwork is much easier than patchwork. At the same time, knitting has some important subtleties. Need to prepare the yarn. Either specifically purchase it at a needlework store, or take the remnants of other works.

For example, to wind a pair of tangles of thin threads into one. Next, you need to choose the colors of the future product. They depend only on imagination and personal preferences. After preparing the yarn, you need to independently develop a scheme for the thing. You can find the right option on the Internet, a special book or magazine.

Sometimes craftswomen knit motifs from the remaining yarn. When the desired number of elements is ready, it remains to combine them into one. However, motives must first be processed. Nowadays, many ladies and men are engaged in needlework in the patchwork style. They create schemes and use different threads. Needlework in the patchwork style allows you to do a lot of original things.

To make unusual masterpieces, you need a regular set of knitters. It includes hooks, darn needles, tailor's and safety pins. In addition, you will need scissors to cut the threads.After preparing everything you need, you can proceed to needlework.

Beginning needlewomen are often interested in where to apply knitted patchwork. It is used almost everywhere. Such needlework can make the interior more comfortable. It will allow to give individuality to style. After all, no one else will have a similar little thing! Patchwork brings bright colors to life. It’s easy to do all kinds of things and even shoes for the home.

To understand the versatility of knitting techniques, it is worth giving a list of possible masterpieces. All this can be made by mastering the basics of patchwork:

• dress;
• jacket;
• vest;
• tunic
• cover;
• plaid;
• blanket;
• curtain, etc.

The list of products is endless. The patchwork is used to make original summer sweaters and bags. Knitted cases for tablets, children's toys, wallets and book covers have become common. Beginners are encouraged to start by creating a tablecloth. As you master the patchwork technique, you can move on to more complex things.

To create a product, you will need various yarn. Combined threads are suitable for slippers, bedspreads and pillows. Yarn consists of 50% wool and 50% acrylic. She is the warmest, lightest and very pleasant to the touch. Cotton threads are used for bags, curtains, toys and tablecloths. They are distinguished by the absence of villi and a beautiful texture. Cotton yarn will be ideal for making summer things. Things from her perfectly let air through, allowing the body to breathe.

If you want to learn how to knit a patchwork, everyone can. For convenience, it is worth talking about the technology of knitting step by step.

Careful processing is a very important stage in the work on a masterpiece. The product takes on a neat appearance and the loops are aligned.

There are several ways to handle motives. All of them are described in the detailed instructions for beginners.

1. For delicate and synthetic yarns, spraying is used. It is necessary to pin the element to the ironing board with stainless pins. They should have glass heads. Carefully smooth the part with your hands. Do not warp the edges of things and loops. Spray the product from the spray gun. Leave in a tight position until dry. Remove the pins. The item is ready to use.
2. Cotton and wool threads are best steamed. The method is not much different from the previous one. Pin the element upside down on the ironing board. To steam the motive with an iron, trying not to touch the part itself. If the item needs to be ironed, cover it with a cloth and set the temperature indicated on the package of yarn. Better to take non-shedding material. When the part dries, remove the pins.
3. For natural threads, the wet method is usually used.. It is somewhat more difficult than spraying and steaming. Dip the product in water. Its temperature is indicated on the package of yarn. Remove the element from the water and gently squeeze. No need to twist and stretch the part. Flatten on a towel and roll up to get rid of excess moisture. Unfold the towel and pin the item onto the ironing board with pins. Then it will turn out to give it the desired shape and size. Wait for drying and remove stainless pins.

After processing knitted parts, you should master the technique of their connection. It seems simple, but in reality there are many methods. They differ in complexity and degree of visibility on the finished product. To assemble things, use a hook and special needles. In some cases, needles may be needed.

Hexagons are combined into a pattern, and then into a cozy blanket or bedspread. Details can be connected with special seams, for example, secret. For a detailed study of how to connect the motive there are all kinds of master classes.

The main advantage of knitting is the ability to make different motives. They can be from squares, rhombuses, hexagons and triangles. The most common is the first option. For the round part, you will have to try a lot. A patchwork of shreds of fabric is inferior to knitted in another way. The variety of patterns gives a huge scope for creativity.

Granny's square, African flower and elements with volumetric colors are more common. You can find many schemes with a ladder. Not all needlewomen know what a combined patchwork is. Some mistakenly think that the product is made from flaps and yarn immediately. In fact, things are created using crochet and knitting needles at the same time. Different types of yarn are used.

Having mastered the wisdom of knitted patchwork, many craftswomen do not know what thing to do. The task is complicated by a huge number of options. Therefore, various examples are given below. Among them, it will be possible to find something interesting. If there is no yarn, you can make a thing out of unnecessary pieces of fabric.

Patchwork with a multi-colored pattern "ladder".

Cover from flaps for the newborn.

This patchwork quilt is made of triangles.

Patchwork bedspreads are used to decorate modern interiors. They are decorated in the style of Provence, minimalism or country. Finished art textiles are not cheap, so it’s better to make a beautiful product yourself.

In the next video, you will learn how to crochet a plaid patchwork.