Patchwork is the art of joining different fabrics together to create a pattern or pattern, and it has a rich tradition and style found around the world. Here are some examples of patchwork styles from different regions:
1. Japan and Korea: In Japan and Korea, patchwork is known as “embroidered patches” or “Quanzhou Patchwork”. This traditional technique uses different fabrics and threads for patchwork and decoration with embroidery. It is often used to make traditional clothing, homewares and crafts.
2. West Africa: West African countries such as Nigeria and Ghana also have unique patchwork traditions. Nigeria’s “Adire” and Ghana’s “Kente” are both very famous patchwork styles. These traditions feature bold and bright colors combined with various geometric and patterned designs.
3. India: India has one of the richest and most diverse patchwork traditions in the world. Indian patchwork styles include ‘Embroidery’, ‘Suzani’, ‘Bandhani’ and ‘Kantha’ among others. These styles use rich colors, embroideries and patterns and are often used to create traditional clothing and homewares.
4. Central and South America: Central and South American countries such as Mexico and Peru also have unique patchwork traditions. Mexico’s “Delaunay” and Peru’s “Ica” are both famous patchwork styles. They are often made using bright colors and intricate patterns, as well as traditional craft techniques.
This is just a small selection of quilting styles from different regions and cultures, there are many other traditions and styles around the world. Each region has its own unique way of expressing their culture and traditional values. If you are interested in these quilting styles, you can continue to delve deeper and try to learn and apply one or more of these styles.
