Introduction to Contemporary Patchwork
A course by Zita Chocarro Iriarte , Textile Designer
Joined July 2018

Combine and upcycle fabrics to create unique textile pieces
Patchwork is an ancient textile technique that consists of joining pieces of fabric to create a larger design, often in the form of a blanket, a tablecloth or even clothing.
Zita Chocarro is the founder of Hamabi Design and one of the leading figures in what she calls contemporary patchwork, a modern twist on this traditional art form. In this online course, she teaches her techniques to combine and upcycle fabrics into original textile pieces that are both decorative and functional.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 6 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (298)
- 5,770 students
- 14 lessons (1h 27m)
- 6 additional resources (3 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Design and create a colorful patchwork bag from scratch.

Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Creative and crafty people who are passionate about fabrics, sewing, decoration, and getting the most out of materials.
Requirements and materials
Basic sewing skills, both by hand and with a machine, are required.
In terms of materials, you need fabrics, thread, fabric scissors, a sewing machine, and an iron.
For your design, you also need paper, a pencil, rulers, scissors, and glue.

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Zita Chocarro Iriarte
A course by Zita Chocarro Iriarte
Zita Chocarro is a professional fashion designer with a passion for fabrics. She is also the founder of Hamabi Design, a studio specializing in contemporary patchwork, where she makes cushions, blankets, bags, and more.
Hamabi means "twelve" in Basque and symbolizes the number of units produced for each patchwork blanket design.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Artistic Influences and Inspiration
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The traditional Patchwork and the contemporary
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Materials for the course
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U2
Design the fabric
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Search the idea, moodboard
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Materials selection
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Design to scale or collage
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Patchwork basics
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U3
The construction
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Prepare the tissues and make the puzzle
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Sewing and ironing
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The padding
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Finish the bag
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U4
Other apps
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Other ideas to apply the patchwork
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Patchwork of improvisation
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FP
Final project
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Contemporary Patchwork
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