Bedspread with their own hands - tips for choosing the material, type, density and size

Do I need a bedspread?

Indeed, very often someone simply forgets about this detail, and someone does not consider it necessary to purchase it. However, the role, or rather, two roles of the bedspread in a cozy bedroom is difficult to overestimate:

• Protective, when the cape protects the bed linen from the unpleasant consequences of contact with the outside world. And we are talking not only about dust, but also the sun's rays, which will quickly make even the brightest fabrics fade.
• Decorative, when an elegant bedspread emphasizes the chosen design or brings to it a certain note of dissonance, distracting attention, for example, from the unfortunate design features of the room. This piece of bedroom textiles will perfectly cover the bedding, so it can be bought in any color and material used.

It's also a sure way to give your bedroom a well-groomed look, especially in the morning when you don't have time to carefully make your bed.

Types of bedspreads

The simplest bedspread is represented by a simple rectangle, which can be sewn by hostesses with minimal sewing skills.

Somewhat more complex will be the creations with:

• ruffles;
• flounces;
• bouffes;
• corners.

Excellent bedspreads will be obtained by sewing two fabrics, creating a double-sided product. If the fabric is different, you can quickly change the interior of the bedroom, without much effort and without spending a lot of money.

Casual and very attractive will look bedspreads, decorated with embroidery, satin ribbons, applique.

Quilted bedspreads will take you back to your childhood, when the world seemed large and safe, and problems seemed easily solvable.

A patchwork bedspread will be a good decoration for any country-style and will bring a lot of happy moments to the owners of the bedroom. This patchwork technique is again becoming popular with craftswomen who want to create an unusual and bright thing.

Density and size

Depending on the preferences of the hostess, these decorative items can be:

• light and flowing;
• with a dense lining, reliably fixing the form.

The choice of a bedspread depends on the personal tastes of the hostess and the style of the bedroom. A short blanket will look great in minimalist styles.

A long blanket is more suitable for a classic design and will elegantly cover the bottom of the bed. It will also create a romantic ambiance and fill the bedroom with comfort.

The duvet covers only part of the bed, leaving your bedclothes exposed.

Fabric

When choosing a fabric, three rules should be followed:

• It should be comfortable to work with;
• It should be pleasant to use;
• The coloring should match the finish of the bedroom.

The materials commonly used are:

• silk;
• tapestry;
• wool;
• fur.

Silk will give the room lightness, tapestry - stability and reliability, wool - coziness and warmth, fur - volume and comfort, quilted fabric will give a well-groomed, homely atmosphere.

The quality of the fabric will directly affect the durability and beauty of the created bedspread.

But for a beginner needleworker, it is better to try your hand at simple cotton or blended fabrics to begin with. They are easy to work with and require no experience.

Light slippery fabrics require certain skills, they are always trying to slip off the cutting table, they do not like the marking process, and their edges are difficult to work with.

Too thick fabric can not take a regular sewing machine.

Color scheme

When choosing the color of the fabric of the future product, it is necessary to be guided by the already existing decoration of the bedroom and take into account its lightness and size.

Most often the color of the bedspread emphasizes the color of the main trim, complementing it. But sometimes the bedspread is used as a contrast or accent spot.

In a small room, do not do too brightly colored bedspread, and multicolored iridescence and mirror shine are more suitable for large bedrooms.

A darkish room will benefit from pleasant light shades, and a cold room will enliven with warm tones. Pastel tones can slightly expand the boundaries of the room.

Boring interior of the house will enliven the bedspreads with ornaments or drawings.

Preparing to sew

Sewing a bedspread - the case is not the most difficult, if you do not hurry and go consistently.First, you should make a pattern in a reduced scale. This step will determine how much fabric will need to be purchased and allow a better understanding of the whole process.

The step-by-step instructions for making the simplest bedspread are quite simple:

1. Measure the bed in length and width. If necessary, measure the height to the floor (if you plan to make a flowing bedspread).
2. Add a few centimeters on each side for the hem.
3. If ruffles are planned, multiply the total length of the sides of the bed with ruffles by 1.5. This will help make beautiful pleats. The height of the ruffles will match the height to the floor.
4. Purchase fabric.
5. If necessary (large size of the bed) to sew two cloths.
6. Treat the edges.
7. Nasbore and sew the ruffle.

If no ruffle is provided, the edges are simply tucked and worked.

A little advice

The material is cut only on a flat surface.

To create flounces, you can use scraps of fabric, the only rule - all pieces must be picked in the same direction (length or width). When creating a patchwork quilt, the pieces of fabric must be in harmony with each other.

The bedspread is usually made of contrasting colors, otherwise it will be lost on the bed. Usually it is spread across or along the bed, but it is much nicer to arrange it diagonally. The width and length of the future product can be chosen at random.

You can sew several bedspreads at once and change them depending on the season.

The idea to make a bedspread with your own hands will help make your home unusual and fill it with an object made with soul. And if you practice a little, such a gift can please your closest relatives, presenting a smart bedroom decoration for the next holiday. A small cape is suitable even for the sofa. And to pick up the design of the future creation will help the photo of bedspreads.

Photo ideas of original homemade bedspreads