The importance of women's accessories for creating a unified image is undeniable. Stylish design helps to emphasize individuality, to be extraordinary. One of the most modern solutions is considered to be bag embroidery. Such an accessory will become a bright accent.
History of Handicraft on Bags
Embroidery has been perceived as an art since the times of Ancient Egypt. Only noble women were engaged in it, decorating the clothes of the pharaohs and their entourage. The more magnificent the embroidered pattern, the higher the social status of its owner. It was in Egypt that bead embroidery first appeared, which later became famous all over the world.
The most important occupation for women in the Middle Ages was embroidery. This is where the cross stitch technique originated. Historians associate this fact with the Crusades. To protect knights from enemies and evil spirits, ladies depicted crosses on their clothes as a sign of protection.
After the collapse of Catholicism, embroidery became firmly established in England. It began to decorate not only clothes, but also household items. At this time, the first embroidered pictures, belts, and bags appeared. Embroidered items were sold at fairs and given as gifts. Embroidery was widespread among both noble ladies and peasant women.
In England, the first embroidered bags were small sachets in which dried herbs and flowers were stored.
In the 30s of the 20th century, bead embroidery of bags quickly burst into fashion. It was popular before, but interest periodically faded. In Europe, two styles united: Art Nouveau and neoclassicism. The main designs on bags of this time were geometric and floral ornaments. Only noble ladies could afford beaded bags.
Reasons for popularity
A lady's handbag has always been one of the main accessories of a woman. It can say a lot about its owner, emphasize her taste, and complement the whole image. Vintage handbags with beading or ribbon embroidery have always accompanied real ladies at receptions.
The popularity of embroidered bags does not fade today. These sophisticated products will become a wonderful example of style. Embroidered original patterns have always attracted and continue to attract the attention of fashionistas. They will never go out of fashion, as they are a real work of art.
Fashion Motifs of the Year
Modern designers are actively experimenting with embroidery on women's accessories. Various motifs are in trend:
- floral and floristic;
- lace and Indian themes;
- ornaments, national style;
- animalism.
Women's bags with embroidery can be found both factory-made, when the design is done on a machine, and exclusive models made by hand.
The most popular ones include:
- Leather universal bags with embroidery, suitable for any season.
- Suede products with a pattern for the most romantic and feminine individuals.
Among the most popular materials:
- Patterns made with sequins. Such products are perfect for evening wear.
- Items embroidered with beads are particularly exquisite. Both small and large beads and bugles can be used. This material looks great when embroidering bouquets, butterflies, and dragonflies.
- Compositions created from satin ribbons look original. Most often, this type is found on knitted bags. Most often, the decor is presented in the form of floral themes. Ribbons are combined with beads, seed beads, this will help add a touch of tenderness to the ornament.
The patterns are done with a cross or satin stitch. Today, you can buy kits for bag embroidery, which include both a pattern chart and canvas.
Small purses that can replace bulky backpacks are very popular among embroidered handbags. For those who like active pastimes, a fanny pack is perfect. This stylish accessory can be worn on the chest, or on the belt or over the shoulder. Such a detail will help to make a bright accent in the image, emphasize functionality and style.
Retro bags with embroidery
DIY embroidered bags are a popular accessory, the interest in which has not faded over the years. Retro accessories are still in demand today. Among the retro models, one of the most fashionable is a purse with a long handle and a plastic clasp. Country and boho styles also always remain a fashionable trend. For such products, suede fabric with fringe is used for decoration.
Retro bags will have a special clasp in the form of small balls as a mandatory element. They can be decorated with stones. The clasp is attached to metal plates that protect the product from deformation. The inside of retro-style products is trimmed with satin. Beaded bags were made semi-rigid so that they could perform not only an aesthetic but also a practical function. Vintage bags made of black beads with stone decor look great.
Retro handbags are intended for evening receptions, going to the theater, and in the past, ladies took this accessory with them to the ball.
Modern designers preserve ancient traditions, offering trendy bags in retro style. Such a bright accessory will be a wonderful addition to any wardrobe, making it sparkle.
DIY embroidery
Hand embroidery, a bag with which will add zest to any image, can be done independently. You can first attend a master class to get acquainted with the basic principles of needlework.
To embroider an ethnic pattern on a bag, you need to prepare:
- canvas;
- disappearing marker;
- floss threads;
- scheme;
- needle.
To make the embroidery process easier, you need to draw a grid on the canvas. The ornament is done with a cross. To complete the design, the outline is stitched using the "back needle" technique.
To place the canvas with embroidery on the finished bag, you need to sew it to the front part. You can also sew the bag yourself. To do this, you will need to make a pattern of parts from thick material. The size should correspond to the size of the canvas. Then all parts of the product are assembled into one whole.
A hand-embroidered bag will be a wonderful addition to any wardrobe.
