Introduction to Contemporary Patchwork

Overview

“In this lesson I am going to tell you a little bit of history. I will show you the origins of patchwork, how it came about and I will show you examples from different countries. Then I will show you how it has evolved and I will introduce you to some current quilters who do great and very original things. You will see that there are no limits if we play with the imagination.”

In this video lesson Zita Chocarro Iriarte addresses the topic: The traditional Patchwork and the contemporary, which is part of the Domestika online course: Introduction to Contemporary Patchwork. Combine and upcycle fabrics to create unique textile pieces.

Partial transcription of the video

“In this lesson we will talk a little about contemporary and traditional patchwork. I want you to know that it is a technique at our service to do what we want and don't be afraid of tradition. Patchwork is a pretty feminine traditional technique. that has been used all over the world to recycle the tissues that were outdated. The term "modern" should not lead to confusion either. because it has always been modern, even the pieces that are 200 years old. The "modern patchwork" is a new movement which plays with bright colors, with large spaces, with scales to make totally contemporary pieces...”

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Course summary for: Introduction to Contemporary Patchwork

• Level: Beginner
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• 5586 students
• 4 units
• 14 lessons (1h 27m)
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• Category

  Craft, Design

• Areas

  DIY, Fashion Design, Sewing, Textile Design