Handmade crafts from burlap - Features of the material, step by step master classes with photo examples and ideas

Sacking is an inexhaustible source for creativity

The composition includes hemp, linen, jute bast fibers that are expressively and roughly woven together. The shade varies from light brown to strong coffee.

It is the ideal base, whose advantage lies in the following qualities:

• step accessibility;
• durability;
• low cost;
• versatility;
• resistance to wear and tear;
• longevity;
• environmental friendliness

Sacking is filled with some ancient peacefulness and warmth. It has a positive effect on people's nervous system and improves mood. The only thing is that before you start manipulating it, it must be washed and dried to exclude shrinkage. It is necessary to leave a decent reserve when cutting due to the ongoing crumbling and take into account the negative reaction to moisture.

Elegant and colorful accessories

Such handicrafts originate from ancient times - the Slavs made amulets, scaring away evil spirits. The winding dolls were endowed with magic, preserved from spoilage, bringing prosperity and harmony into the family. Today the cloth is sold in stores, it can be dyed as desired in any color, using onion hulls and tea at home.

It is used to make:

• Curtains.
• Napkins, tablecloths.
• Furniture covers.
• Figurines.
• Photo frames.
• Luminaires and candlesticks.
• Compositions of flowers.

There are examples of using patterns as wallpaper. Master class on the creation of complex patterns can be found on the Internet. But it is not difficult for any needlewoman to give a new spectacular look to jars for cereals, spices, flower pots on the windowsill, which will acquire a single format, enlivening the environment.

To get an elementary decorative vase, take a tin can and wrap it with fabric, smearing it with glue. Weave a twine braid and arrange it around the edges. This will leave the finishing touches of decoration with any elements of your own taste.

Proper use of the material

Bagging has found widespread use imitating a wooden dwelling, when all major items, starting with curtains, are made of it. Sometimes only a few details are exposed:

• decorated cushions;
• lampshades;
• fixtures for vases.

The kitchen especially logically accommodates the crafts, replenishing with gloves, unconventional aprons, outlandish bouquets, bags storing aromatic herbs.

Simple clear texture allows you to use it in almost all styles except hi-tech. Adding sophistication to the finished samples, they are decorated using:

• Braid, satin ribbons, airy kapron, beads, hand embroidery.
• Glass, wood, wrought metal.
• Material that has bright beautiful colors of turquoise, purple, crimson hues.

Burlap combined with lace is a stunning duo, as well as with coffee beans, which will give even a pleasant aroma. Weightless butterflies on curtains or hairpins populate the room, reminiscent of the natural world. Unusual is the appearance of the floor lamp, updated with a raised, good-quality finish. The creative process itself is a fascinating and exciting pastime.

Soft toys

A doll of the houseboy can be the first experimental experience. It will be necessary to cut out a circle, 20 cm in diameter. Putting in the center for volume unnecessary rags, tighten the edges, obtaining a sack. Twine on a gypsy needle pass in the middle and bottom, as dangling legs and handles. We need to loosen the top, like a chub, and draw a funny face. Now you have a protector of the house.

It is easy to sew an owl symbolizing wisdom, decorated with ropes and small cones. Different images of animals and birds look harmonious, acting as interior highlights and gift options.

Holiday ideas

Dense fabric is suitable for original Christmas and New Year's decorations. The products appear:

• wreaths for front doors;
• cobblers;
• garlands;
• hearts;
• Easter baskets.

There is no limit to the choice in this theme. There are many variations with accessories for the Christmas tree, which can be not only balls, but have any configuration, next to the natural cones. It is interesting that the matter has become interested in modeling wedding decor.

Creating a panel

In addition to the fact that the material is excellent under embroidery, both smooth, cross, and ribbons, having a convenient free structure, on its background are born a variety of paintings of natural components. Usually, residents have a lot of seashells, pebbles, coral, brought from the coast. You can use them to lay out a seascape.

Having cut the necessary piece, fix it on a board or cardboard, gluing on the back side. Arrange and fasten the small components as you see fit, using green moss as seaweed, twine and jute as waves. Wonderful living works on any theme are obtained from colorful dried flowers combined with stone.

Table sets

When laying the table on a significant day, sets of burlap in the form of napkins and covers forks and spoons, individually placed near each person, make an indelible impression on the guests. They look stylish and noble, and it is not difficult to make them.

If you go to the feast with a bottle of champagne, a good idea would be to dress it up in elegant "clothing" of universal fabrics, making minimum effort and maximum imagination, the effect will be unforgettable.

As you can see, such nice things, made by our hands, will be useful in different situations, they are warm, sincere and give a certain charm to the space. If you create with joy and a positive attitude, the handicraft will be transmitted magical power, bringing prosperity and happiness to your home.

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