Sackcloth Crafts

A piece of burlap can be turned into a flower, a doll, or a bag. Ready to experiment? Then don’t waste any time on doubts.

Do you think that creating crafts from burlap with your own hands is unfashionable and not modern? Well, no! From this unassuming looking material you can create very nice things that fit perfectly into the decoration of a modern apartment. Despite the rough texture, it is not difficult to make elegant decorations and décor for clothes and home from the bag fabric.

The art of making crafts out of rough woven material goes back to ancient times. Our Slavic ancestors made amulets in this way, warding off evil spirits. Needlewomen made dolls-motanok, in the creation of which was invested great spiritual and magical meaning. Amulets were believed to ward off the evil eye, bring happiness and prosperity to the home, and bring harmony and mutual understanding to the family.