There are a lot of ways to decorate with patchwork and quilting. Traditionally, quilts make beautiful bed covers and blankets. They are also used as placemats, runners and other table linens. Small quilts can even be hung on the wall as art. But what about curtains? Using patchwork for curtains gives a beautiful stained-glass effect.
A pojagi is the original re-usable shopping bag. In ancient Korea, square pieces of fabric were folded and tied to carry things, give gifts or store special items.
Seam allowances are tricky things. In traditional quilting, getting the correct seam allowance will make your life a lot easier. A scant 1/4″ means that everything will line up nicely when you’re finished and points will match. Reversible pojagi patchwork seams are very different. They are stitched differently and look very different.
This rolled flower ornament is a common decorative element in traditional pojagi. It is not difficult, but takes a bit of planning ahead, since it involves glue and you need to allow drying time.
The triple backstitch is a common design element in pojagi. It is used primarily as an accent or to hold two layers of fabric together like quilting, but it is not a seam.
Pojagi is an ancient Korean art form. Women used to make wrapping cloths for storing and carrying household and personal items.