🔷 🔶SCRAP FABRIC - HOW TO USE EVERY SMALL SCRAP & CRUMB - ADDING MACHINE TAPE TUTORIAL

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  • What can you do with fabric scraps? This quilting tutorial is about those small scraps that we call crumbs and turning them into scrap strips with adding machine tape. You can then use those blocks in your quilting and your projects.
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  • @VixxiaTwylin
    @VixxiaTwylin 10 месяцев назад +24

    Not sure if anyone will see this, but I've got a tip about removing the paper that some might find useful. I love FPP quilting and my fav methods for removing the paper is to take a water brush, it's a paint brush that has a reservoir to hold water, and "paint" over all my seam stitches on the paper side. Sometimes if it's a slightly thicker paper, I'll paint it twice. Let the water soak in for a minute to soften the paper. Lay a ruler on the seam and tear the paper right along the seam. The ruler supports and protects your stitches and ensures that your tear is on the seam line so you can easily just pull away the paper on either side. I hope this helps make your quilting a little easier... Happy sewing!

  • @amyfalise
    @amyfalise Год назад +37

    I use this EXACT same method, but instead of using adding machine tape I use store receipts. When I get home from a shopping trip, I save the receipt. I keep a pile of receipts in my sewing room so they are always ready to use. When I have accumulated enough scraps, I sew the strips onto the receipts in the exact same way. The store receipts are 3 1/8" wide, so just a bit wider than adding machine tape. I have made several fun quilts using these strips. I also want to add that removing the paper is so easy. Receipt paper is very thin! I simply start at one end, fold the paper back on itself and quickly RIP the paper from one side to the other as fast as I can. I comes right off! Thanks Karen for another great video. I always learn so much watching your videos!

    • @RuthEdelstein
      @RuthEdelstein 5 месяцев назад +2

      Receipt paper is carcinogenic or screws with your hormones. Can't remember which.

    • @amyfalise
      @amyfalise 5 месяцев назад +4

      Please verify your source information. I'm dying to know which I'm going to die from--cancer or screwy hormones.
      🙄 MYOB

    • @wendywilson1736
      @wendywilson1736 5 месяцев назад +3

      @amyfalise I doubt that it is either one of those. If that was the case, how could they possibly be handing them out to everyone?? I recycled used dryer sheets as foundations for a niece's toddler quilt. Then I heard the "horror stories" about doing that. I felt guilty for a little while, but, my sister wasn't worried. My niece is fine, healthy, runs marathons, and has two healthy daughters. Somebody always has to rain on people's parades....🤨
      Good idea to recycle your receipts.😊

  • @kimscott4973
    @kimscott4973 Год назад +7

    Just finding you now. June 2023. I can already see why you have so many followers. Your voice, video, and instructions are all excellent. Thank you for taking the time to add to the beauty and knowledge base of life.

  • @user-yw5mb5pi4z
    @user-yw5mb5pi4z 5 месяцев назад +7

    I loved making this quilt. I had so much fun using up scrap pieces. My retired husband even got involved helping iron and then sewing strips together for the first time in 30 years. Can't wait to make another one.

  • @rcl-crafter8
    @rcl-crafter8 Месяц назад +3

    Mind blown! I watched this and got so happy! I've stayed away from quilting because it seems that there are so many rules and everything has to be perfect. Too stressful for me although I appreciate everyone's work. But this looks fun!! Everything you do is fun!

  • @annettefodge9524
    @annettefodge9524 2 года назад +23

    You were talking about all the threads, I save mine and put them out side for the birds to use when making nest. Sometimes I will kinda put them on the fence (I live in the country) and sometimes I have put them in bushes. I love to find a bird nest with my thread in it. Yes it gives me the warm fuzzies. LOL

    • @sherrymilliken8425
      @sherrymilliken8425 2 года назад +4

      I've done that with my dog's hair from the comb. Love to see the birds use it!

    • @lizzymueller3604
      @lizzymueller3604 2 года назад +3

      @@sherrymilliken8425 Uh if your dogs hair is long then it could lead to amputations of legs or wings because the hair is wrung around the birds ectremicies. If they are to short for that go ahead :)

    • @malazkarar1171
      @malazkarar1171 2 года назад

      Nice idea, never thought of that!

    • @hannahd3164
      @hannahd3164 3 месяца назад +2

      As another person pointed out, long hair (or in this case threads) can cause more damage than good. It is not uncommon for baby birds to get parts of their bodies such as legs or wings amputated because the long fibers wrap around and cut off circulation.

  • @linbloomfield3452
    @linbloomfield3452 Год назад +5

    Lin Bloomfield - Wales UK
    Hi Karen - a massive thank you for you for 'being you' and sharing. I have sorted all my scraps into piles and made six strips in two days. I am loving seeing scraps that are up to ten years old becoming bright colourful useful fabric. I really enjoy and am truly motivated by your videos. I've watched most of them! Re watched several many times to be sure I've 'got it'. As a retired teacher I appreciate your carefully planned, clear explanations of your excellent ideas. Your voice is great (many more RUclips video presenters should take note). Your upbeat attitude is a breath of fresh air. You are also so honest about your work and the little bits of 'You" that you share really connect with your audience and help us all feel it's OK to experience the fluctuations of life and being human. I intend to continue trying your other scrap busting ideas while I wait to see what you plan to do with your crumb strips. Braids next and after quilt back for my newest grandchild's first quilt. Brilliant!

  • @melissab3038
    @melissab3038 Год назад +20

    Love this as I am a quilting novice and have inherited a ridiculous amount of fabric and fabric crumbs from my 82 year old mother who started sewing when she was a teen.

  • @alyseceleste
    @alyseceleste 2 года назад +5

    I’m a new sewer here. I cannot get myself to throw away “crumbs”. You are a lifesaver for my OCD crafting mind :) thank you!

  • @aaronmann9828
    @aaronmann9828 9 месяцев назад +7

    I love this video and watch it every couple of months and I always long to see the finished product!

  • @annas.r.p.5835
    @annas.r.p.5835 2 года назад +102

    I ran out of machine tape awhile ago and I will not buy more... instead I am cutting strips from dress maker interfacing to the size I need and am using that .... added advantage is NO RIPPING OUT PAPER. I just leave it in the quilt top.

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter 2 года назад

      Hi Anna, how’s your day going with you?

    • @christinedicken-mg5jl
      @christinedicken-mg5jl Год назад +1

      So like a real good idea.

    • @sunnyk8165
      @sunnyk8165 9 месяцев назад

      Good idea thank you🎉

    • @FatNebraskaMom
      @FatNebraskaMom 9 месяцев назад +1

      I mean you really could use anything thats rippable and lightweight.

    • @lisareed5669
      @lisareed5669 7 месяцев назад +4

      I think ladies used to use newspapers as patterns. They aren't as ubiquitous anymore

  • @jshepard56
    @jshepard56 2 года назад +126

    Love this! I remove the paper backing with a wet q tip that I run along the seam line. Then the paper lifts off with minimal bits left. Karen, you are the upcoming speaker for my guild, Westside Quilters Guild. We are greatly looking forward to time with you.

    • @Graceandcompany
      @Graceandcompany 2 года назад +2

      I used to be in a guild by that name!

    • @sunflowerbaby1853
      @sunflowerbaby1853 2 года назад +4

      What a great tip.

    • @sandramarshall7712
      @sandramarshall7712 2 года назад

      Lucky Guild!!

    • @wendywilson1736
      @wendywilson1736 2 года назад +6

      Hmmm, great idea. I have a water brush that could help me with that part.☺️
      I have several clear shoe boxes full of scraps. I'm thinking of doing this by similar colors. It can still be a pretty quilt. It's just that my scraps are already separated by color.💁‍♀️ And I think I have some of that paper tape. If not, I'll just cut some copy paper in half, and make them slightly wider. Another idea is maybe slant the strips on the paper tape, or have the pieces fit however, as long as the reach side to side, whether they are perfectly even widths or not.
      Have fun, with your strips! As Karen would say, "Just Get It Done!!"

  • @erinpennington9716
    @erinpennington9716 3 месяца назад +6

    I'm anxious to see a finished quilt made from these.

  • @deborahbausch8609
    @deborahbausch8609 2 года назад +23

    I am sewing my strips diagonally on the adding machine paper (not cutting paper into smaller pieces). I will then use the very long strip as binding. How fun!!!

    • @roxxigirl1320
      @roxxigirl1320 2 года назад +3

      Using the strips for binding is such a great idea.

    • @Dranma51
      @Dranma51 11 месяцев назад +2

      What a great idea! I love the look of scrappy binding!

  • @maryhodge2625
    @maryhodge2625 2 года назад +30

    I thought I knew all about crumb quilting, but I learned some new things from your video. For one thing, trimming the overhang to 1/4" past the edge of the paper is a game changer! So simple, and I don't know why I didn't think of it before! Thanks for a clear, well organized video.

  • @ResinChannel
    @ResinChannel 2 года назад +3

    Ok I watched this video a few times. I was able to buy a single roll of 3” tape for a few dollars. I spent a few days getting my crumbs ready and I’ve got my two piles. My mom gave me a well loved pair of jeans that done fit her anymore. I’m using the strips to make a new bag. I’m recovering from spinal fusion surgery so my mom helped me with my sewing machine. I’m ready to go. Spending New Year’s Eve and day working on my project. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU. ❤️

  • @poheng
    @poheng 2 года назад +3

    Karen, you are looking good ...keep doing what you enjoy doing at your own pace and Stay happy, and healthy always..

  • @genevievemurray7743
    @genevievemurray7743 2 года назад +9

    I love your adding paper idea and have a friend who gives me the cash register end rolls from her business now. They have the red warning stripes that alert her to the need to change rolls but there is quite a bit of residual paper left. Before this I tended to use printed, discarded A4 paper. Consequently I’ve made quite a few quilts with A4 sized blocks. Our local quilt specialty shop also sells cheap bags of the top and backing off cuts that are trimmed after machine quilting. As they come in strips it makes paper piecing and crumb stripping easy. Thankyou for you episodes. The best quilting club ever.

  • @1cpamom-
    @1cpamom- 2 года назад +26

    I've made about 40 of these strips over the last couple of weeks in an effort to tame my scraps. Love them and are going to use them in a bright birch quilt. My strips are 21 inches long and I'm cutting each of them 1.5 and 2 inches wide.
    A trick I'd like to share!!! Before sewing, I first fold the length of paper in half, then half again, then half yet again. These creases keep my strips vertical v wonky when guiding the paper under my needle. If I'm angling a bit, I correct when adding the next piece. My 2022 resolution is to clean up my scraps and ready them for register paper strips when I cut out quilts in the new year!!!!

  • @greatlakezgirl649
    @greatlakezgirl649 Год назад +2

    In the fall I switch from fishing to quilting. I have been binge watching your videos for the last 2 days. Some I've seen before and hit the like button and some I just had to go to my phone and put hearts in the comment section. But one thing I have noticed is you wear are the cuties earrings. I love them.

  • @cindyjohnston2691
    @cindyjohnston2691 2 года назад +3

    It’s so much better watching a video with voice on it.

  • @cleot151
    @cleot151 2 года назад +2

    My definition of a crumb is anything smaller than 1 and a half inches. I enjoy the challenge of working with scraps that other people throw away.

  • @meghanplamondon8639
    @meghanplamondon8639 2 года назад +42

    I THOUGHT I knew how to do this, but after watching your video I see what I’ve been missing! I’m going to dive back into my crumb pile and give it a second chance. I’m sure it’ll be much easier with all of your tips and my rows are going to look much better. Thanks so much for taking the time to make this video .👍👍👍👍❤️❤️

    • @JustGetitDoneQuilts
      @JustGetitDoneQuilts  2 года назад +4

      I make mine fairly straight but they could be much more wonky if desired

  • @victoriaelliott9425
    @victoriaelliott9425 2 года назад +106

    I have been making strips with register tape for a while. It took me a while to catch on to the fact that leaving a quarter inch OUTSIDE the tape when trimming would really make my life so much easier. Also, I like your idea of cutting the paper to set lengths. I have several ongoing strips that I've left on the roll, just rolling up the sewn part as I unroll more paper. It gets pretty fiddly. Oh, and another thing I've tried is having a holiday scrap pile separate from my regular scraps, so I have themed crumb strips at the ready. LOVE your videos! It makes me want to start sewing RIGHT NOW. LOL

    • @JustGetitDoneQuilts
      @JustGetitDoneQuilts  2 года назад +14

      God point. I have a collection of flour sack strips. I didn’t think of holiday.

    • @ellenhartley4998
      @ellenhartley4998 2 года назад +6

      I like the idea of themed strips. Space is very tight in my craft room so I sadly don't have many small scraps. How do you store your crumbs?

    • @victoriaelliott9425
      @victoriaelliott9425 2 года назад +7

      @@ellenhartley4998 I have fabric "buckets" on my cutting table---one for catch-all scraps, one for holiday scraps, and one for selvages.

    • @papillon9666
      @papillon9666 2 года назад

      @@JustGetitDoneQuilts Po co szyjesz te paski ze skrawków materiału ?? Czy potem robisz z tego jakieś konkretne projekty ? Pozdrawiam

    • @susanbaker8023
      @susanbaker8023 2 года назад

      I too have made the adding machine strips. I've done one for Quilts of Valor also. What a great way to use your scraps.

  • @nhsomnd4815
    @nhsomnd4815 2 года назад +11

    I enjoyed your first tutorial on scraps and crumbs and even started your "adding machine tape" method on my overgrown scrap box! Thanks for this in-depth session on how to organize, sew and Just Get It Done!

  • @meganharper8355
    @meganharper8355 2 года назад +3

    My goodness you are the most informative quilter on RUclips that I’ve found! Thank you!!!!

  • @mariannechristensen2957
    @mariannechristensen2957 2 года назад +21

    Love this tutorial! I didn't know if this method was known in other places. Here in Denmark it is very popular! We dont cut the paper...just sew endless lines of scraps. Either fingerpress or have the iron right next to the machine. In no time you have made severel meters! So fun! And ugly scraps become gems in a quilt.

    • @CloudyWishes
      @CloudyWishes 2 года назад +2

      Gems is a fabulous way to describe what we make xx

    • @kaypea9648
      @kaypea9648 8 месяцев назад +1

      Wait, so do you need the paper?

    • @wendywilson1736
      @wendywilson1736 5 месяцев назад

      @kaypea9648 not really. I just sew mine together. Somehow, I manage to keep it straight. I'm mostly doing the "piano key" strip borders, though. I use my crumbs as leaders and enders, to eliminate the thread nesting when I start sewing a seam.

  • @JustGetitDoneQuilts
    @JustGetitDoneQuilts  2 года назад +27

    Crumbs are my happy place. I think part of it is seeing the fabrics from all the projects I have made...and of course all the colours randomly put together. I am happy to share this technique. And I guess there will be another to come as I put it all together. I hope you grab you coffee and enjoy.
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    • @BAM-jc7uy
      @BAM-jc7uy 2 года назад

      Thanks for your tutorials!! Crumbs are a very, happy place...like a drug....very, very addicting!!

  • @janicesmith959
    @janicesmith959 2 года назад +6

    I really like your crumb method.
    You’re a great teacher, very easy to understand.
    I have to also tell you your natural hair is beautiful & makeup shades are perfect.

  • @smontone
    @smontone 2 года назад +5

    I’m so happy you made this video. I’ve been making strips and I will adjust to do them more like you are. Looks great! I can’t wait to see how they come together!

  • @bwaldron8449
    @bwaldron8449 2 года назад +5

    You are always so timely with your videos! That's going to be a happy quilt when you assemble it. Thank you and thanks for being so upbeat.

  • @TheBethoula
    @TheBethoula 2 года назад +7

    Fabulous tutorial! Can’t wait to see the finished quilt! Thank you 😊

  • @pamstrong8709
    @pamstrong8709 2 года назад +1

    I LOVE scrap and crumb sewing. It’s my most relaxing time at the machine. I never thought of using adding machine paper. Thanks for this great idea for keeping those unruly pieces under control !

  • @mrsmcdonald9363
    @mrsmcdonald9363 2 года назад +28

    When the corporation closed our retail location, I rescued a box of adding machine tape and started doing this very thing. You’ve given me some ideas for improving the process. Thanks!

    • @JustGetitDoneQuilts
      @JustGetitDoneQuilts  2 года назад +6

      Many great minds

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter 2 года назад

      Hi Mrs.McDonald, how’s your day going with you?

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter 2 года назад

      Thanks for the thumbs up, how are you spending your spare time?
      I love the outdoors including traveling and reading books, cooking, gardening and watching movies I’m from Ohio and you?

  • @errinwellman1960
    @errinwellman1960 2 года назад +14

    I've got a heafty scrap stash (gifted to me from my grandmother) and I've been wanting to do these!! So excited for this tutorial to drop!

  • @scrappyquilter102
    @scrappyquilter102 2 года назад +4

    Drowning in scraps and crumbs, I started out making 4 1/2 inch squares because my smallest ruler is 4 1/2 inches. A whole set of curtains for the sunroom later, (8 windows!) I am about half way through my scraps and crumbs. Not even a dint into the official stash but the curtains as smashing - no repeats at all! Wish I could send you a picture!

    • @sherrilrendon8330
      @sherrilrendon8330 2 года назад

      I wish you would send a picture. I bet they are lovely!

  • @susanmiller3097
    @susanmiller3097 2 года назад +2

    I loved this episode, because i am the church group who takes all the crumbs from friends, etc. I make blanets for a children's organization with a group of my friends. We take in doations and I'm the lucky winner for the scraps. They call me scrappy!

    • @Gabi-lt4mx
      @Gabi-lt4mx 2 года назад

      That's a beautiful idea. Good job.

  • @barbwalter1869
    @barbwalter1869 2 года назад +92

    I have been waiting for this tutorial. I have been saving crumbs, organizing and folding all my material, using what I have to make quilts during the pandemic, and love love the after quilt I made. Thank you so much for all your detailed videos, simple advice and common sense. God bless

    • @JustGetitDoneQuilts
      @JustGetitDoneQuilts  2 года назад +4

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter 2 года назад +1

      Hi Barb, how’s your day going with you?

    • @lenisnorre1441
      @lenisnorre1441 Год назад +3

      @@Thomasfrohwitter are you some creepy stalker or what?

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter Год назад

      @@lenisnorre1441 yes, a stalker who wants to know more about you. How are you spending your spare time and where are you from?

    • @CountryLadyInBoots
      @CountryLadyInBoots 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@JustGetitDoneQuilts
      You need to block this pervert asap! Plum ridiculous women can't get on here and enjoy ourselves because of these damned perverts 🤨

  • @fraulowrey
    @fraulowrey 2 года назад +16

    I use a Tupperware Orange Peeler as a sewing aid for holding and guiding for fabric. You can get in close. Doesn't break your needle if sew into it. Yes, I have done it.

  • @user-ss3rk7qo2c
    @user-ss3rk7qo2c 2 года назад +2

    Good afternoon! It's nice to hear from you. A very beautiful voice. I don't understand the language very well, but I listened anyway. And a lot was clear. Thanks for the material! Sincerely, Marianne.

  • @Lsutube963
    @Lsutube963 2 года назад +16

    What a great video! No gab, clear directions - she looks so friendly. More from her, please. New subscriber.

  • @martirichards1424
    @martirichards1424 2 года назад +3

    Love this idea. I also have some leftover adding machine tape. Recycling at it's best. Thanks Karen for another great idea. 👏

  • @peggyboss1925
    @peggyboss1925 2 года назад +32

    Love your videos, Karen. I had over 35 years of crumbs, orphan blocks, and random bits so I sewed a king sized quilt during lockdown. Not only does it reflect years of memories, but it’s one of a kind. When dealing with crumbs I looked into buying paper tape, but found them surprisingly expensive. Then I realized I could use store receipt tapes and they’re free! Also, they are very thin and easy to remove. Granted the lengths varied, but I could sew finished tapes end to end and cut or rip out stitches as needed. Just one note: sew on the back side of receipt tapes because the printed side turns dark when you iron. I had meters of crumb tapes which I used in blocks, borders and on the back. Perfect!

    • @betsyhada2936
      @betsyhada2936 2 года назад +3

      Something to do with the mile-long CVS drug store receipts! Thanks!!

    • @CloudyWishes
      @CloudyWishes 2 года назад

      that is a fabulous tip about using the back side of the tape due to the ink transfer. thank you

  • @genevievemurray7743
    @genevievemurray7743 2 года назад +14

    Smaller than crumbs, I call them skerriks, can be used, along with the clipped threads, plus/- wadding off cuts for stuffing in ottomans, toys, roll mattresses. It used to be mixed in with kapok in the olden days for bedding. Everything has a reuse.

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter 2 года назад

      Hi Genevieve, how’s your day going with you?

  • @smallfootprint2961
    @smallfootprint2961 2 года назад +6

    This is absolutely wonderful. I don't have scraps or adding machine paper, but thank you for all your terrific ideas, and for sharing them with us. It's all very inspiring.

  • @carmentaber8905
    @carmentaber8905 2 года назад +5

    Can’t wait for the final video! Looking forward to watching you put it all together. 🥰

  • @saracyclesandsews
    @saracyclesandsews Год назад +1

    I just ordered adding machine tape, excited to use up my crumbs. Thank you for this video! 👍

  • @sandigigglepants124
    @sandigigglepants124 Год назад +1

    You're just the best! I love how thorough you are. Every. Time!

  • @jmanonmakes
    @jmanonmakes 2 года назад +2

    I love the look of your strips. I’m excited to try this!

  • @Bo-kq8tn
    @Bo-kq8tn 2 года назад +1

    YES, I love this so much, thank you for the tutorial and I look forward to seeing your quilt!

  • @mike1968442
    @mike1968442 2 года назад +1

    Omg! I just finished a stripes on the angle. I have a box of small angle pieces. Have to make a crumb quilt now. It never ends. 💝 it.

  • @walteryi
    @walteryi 2 года назад +13

    Looking forward to seeing your projects with these crumbs.

  • @morganosborne9258
    @morganosborne9258 2 года назад +3

    You are so clever. I am building up quite a crumb stash, which I would like to use for some of my doll quilts and borders for some small wall hangings. I love that the crumbs could be any shape, allowing for mini crazy quilt effects or randomly colored strips of the same shape in different sizes. Thank you

  • @lavonnekelly9173
    @lavonnekelly9173 2 года назад +1

    I love using scraps...Last week I spent three days just piecing scraps together and making fabric boxes...I love doing this...It is addictive...

  • @Lillyk96
    @Lillyk96 2 года назад +12

    I've used the results of a similar crumb method to make hexies, I love the combination of the very regular hexies and the chaos of the crumbs!

  • @Silva007ish
    @Silva007ish 8 месяцев назад

    What a fabulous idea! I’m glad to know that I’m not the only person who keeps all those little pieces! I ve got to try this out!

  • @marjoriedevine9051
    @marjoriedevine9051 2 года назад

    In watching this for the first time I knew I had to gather my scraps and get organized. I've been quilting for over 30 yrs. and I have the scraps to prove it. The sorting process has taken all summer. This past weekend I found paper rolls to sew my crumbs on. In the past I made string blocks on cloth squares to use up some scraps. There is no paper to rip out. Thank you Karen for bringing quilters everywhere a new level of organization to our quilt making process. I feel more productive already!

  • @roxanneweaver5377
    @roxanneweaver5377 2 года назад +3

    When I retired and got rid of my office, I gave away a whole box of adding machine tape. Little did I know it would be useful one day in my new quilting hobby. I was a court reporter for 45 years. Back in the days when we used paper in our steno machines, that paper would have been perfect for this. It's slightly thinner than adding machine tape and would have been premeasured by the folds in the paper. If I had only known then what I know now!

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter 2 года назад

      Hi Roxanne, how’s your day going with you?

  • @sallyspires
    @sallyspires 2 года назад +5

    The first time I saw your method I was eager to incorporate it into my process. This vid takes it to a whole new level.!

  • @dianamay8600
    @dianamay8600 2 года назад +3

    This is such a good idea. I’m jumping right into scrap busting and tidying up my stash. Thanks so much Karen

  • @DixieDoodles
    @DixieDoodles 2 года назад +1

    Oh wow I’ve been doing this since Robin at RS Island crafts showed this 3- 5 years ago. Glad to see y’all doing it now too. It’s fun.

  • @SoulsJourney
    @SoulsJourney 2 года назад +5

    The one we've all been waiting for! 😂 I love this, I can't wait to try it. Thanks, Karen!

  • @birgitwegscheider7119
    @birgitwegscheider7119 2 года назад +1

    So funny ... just yesterday I started making crumb strips on teabag paper... so much fun.... you gave me some more tips to make it more organised and comfortable ... thanks 😊

  • @billienuhfer447
    @billienuhfer447 2 года назад +1

    I think this technique would be wonderful for making some blocks, strips for the fidget quilts for dementia patients. Thank you for sharing your talents with us!!!💖

  • @dawng.6497
    @dawng.6497 2 года назад +1

    You are one organized lady!

  • @jenknotsed8
    @jenknotsed8 2 года назад +2

    I love all your great ideas. This adding machine paper trick is a great one!!!

  • @nyssac2914
    @nyssac2914 2 года назад +16

    In Australia (not sure if there’s similar in other countries) there’s a company called Upparel where you can send your fabric scraps. Everything too small for me to keep goes into a box for me to send off… makes it easier for me to throw away larger scraps too!

    • @CloudyWishes
      @CloudyWishes 2 года назад

      Wow i didn't know that do you have a link to that company please?

  • @lisaconner6558
    @lisaconner6558 2 года назад +3

    I enjoy scrap quilting, that was my first quilt I learned to make , taught by precious friend but she taught me to use lite weight white material,so over the years that’s how I done never saw paper use before

  • @celarasmith8030
    @celarasmith8030 2 года назад +3

    So beautiful. Your quilt will be a wonderful work of art. Please let us see it when you're finished.

  • @Cyrilmc222004
    @Cyrilmc222004 10 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you so much I really really enjoyed watching this, and this is such a brilliant idea too. I intend to use iron on interfacing to stabilise my small pieces ready to make a larger piece of fabric, that will be more useful size. Please stay safe and well too xxx Mags ❤❤

  • @suzyroy3360
    @suzyroy3360 2 года назад +1

    what an awsome way to empty the scrap bin and make a beautifull quilt after!!! I love this idea thanks soo much Karen!!xxxx

  • @judybanbury6621
    @judybanbury6621 2 года назад +1

    Love making crumb blocks. Thank you for your tutorial. Can't wait to give this a go.

  • @allyverl
    @allyverl 2 года назад +5

    yaaaay I missed videos like this! Awesome

  • @bonniekinser9987
    @bonniekinser9987 2 года назад +1

    Lol. Thanks to you, I now see scraps in a whole different light. Thank you so much. I have been combining some of the adding machine tape strips in the crumbs blocks. Such fun. Thanks!

  • @person2463
    @person2463 2 года назад +2

    This is gorgeous. Love it. Thank you 🌸

  • @angiesewtherapy6628
    @angiesewtherapy6628 2 года назад +8

    I love the tip about keeping the fabric 1/4" beyond the add tape. I've done the tape before but not the extra and I'm going to try your way. Plus, I found a place to get 4.5" add tape. 🙂

    • @JustGetitDoneQuilts
      @JustGetitDoneQuilts  2 года назад +3

      That's a great size. You'll be able to make a lot of blocks styles with that

  • @juliemorrison4348
    @juliemorrison4348 2 года назад +2

    Great video with lots of tips. I have been cutting up phone books for foundation paper but a couple of weeks ago a friend found 2 boxes of adding machine rolls on the side of the road. She asked "do you want some?" Of course I did and knew exactly what I could do with them. A great find and plenty of crumbs ready.👍🇦🇺

  • @abg4501
    @abg4501 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for sharing this great idea, Karen! I love watching your channel!

  • @conniehusband1365
    @conniehusband1365 2 года назад +1

    Karen!!!!!!
    Absolutely LOVE this idea!
    Thankyou!

  • @motherhenn8850
    @motherhenn8850 2 года назад

    Thanks for the video. I have been doing these for a few years and find that they are addictive.

  • @sundog3150
    @sundog3150 2 года назад +21

    I now save all those too small pieces to be a crumb for the birds, in Spring. My granddaughter and I make little twig boxes in winter using string to tie the twigs together into odd shaped boxes. Then we stuff the little pieces of fabric into the center of the boxes and hang them from branches, inthe early spring. It is fun to find the nests in fall and see the bright colored bits of fabric interwoven into the nests.

    • @betsyhada2936
      @betsyhada2936 2 года назад +3

      I do this with leftover short snippets of yarn from knitting or needlepoint projects. I just bought a metal suet-feeder (where you put in a block of fat during the winter when the birds needs the extra fat). In winter, I use it for what it's designed for -- fat mixed in with high-quality birdseed, then pressed into a block to fit the feeder. In spring, when there are plenty of grubs and insects for them to feed on, I switch to using it for nest-yarn scraps. When all the leaves fall off the trees in the autumn, you can see little colorful nests in bare trees all over the neighborhood. And probably beyond!

    • @johannajoyalba1053
      @johannajoyalba1053 2 года назад +2

      Adding fabric, yarn or string or any human woven material is actually harmful for birds! I didn’t know either until thankfully someone told me. I researched it and it’s true!😱 it’s best to fill with natural fibers like the dried moss nest-looking stuff for the wire hanging baskets or window sills, dried grass clippings, but only if positive that it’s not sprayed with any chemicals etc. I hope this helps.

    • @CloudyWishes
      @CloudyWishes 2 года назад

      this is genius !!!

    • @CloudyWishes
      @CloudyWishes 2 года назад

      @@betsyhada2936 i love this so much

  • @jessicareinschmidt4789
    @jessicareinschmidt4789 2 года назад +2

    What a great tutorial! Thank you!

  • @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509
    @conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 года назад +1

    Such a great idea! Thank you for sharing!

  • @gerbs747
    @gerbs747 2 года назад +2

    I like this idea! I think it will make my “crumbing” more efficient. I pul them out and get frustrated instead of having fun, and then put them away! I’ll let you know how it goes after I get some adding machine tape!

  • @michellecornum5856
    @michellecornum5856 2 года назад +2

    I have already watched this three times. It already answered a few more questions I had.

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter 2 года назад

      Hi Michelle, how’s your day going with you?

  • @janejohnson2004
    @janejohnson2004 2 года назад +1

    Using the paper is genius! Thanks so much for the tip! I started with note book paper to just try making a strip. It is perfect. It made organizing my scraps so much fun. HOpefully I will send you a picture of my quilt finished. But very excited to use my scraps and love the many colors that show in yours! Thanks again for the great tutorial.

  • @dianareddell1496
    @dianareddell1496 Год назад

    I never get tired of watching this video. 😻

  • @tinasitz6742
    @tinasitz6742 2 года назад

    Really enjoy making crumb/scrap quilts

  • @jeanpalomo4059
    @jeanpalomo4059 2 года назад +1

    Excellent tutorial. You answered all the questions I had. Thank you so much for teaching me.

  • @susyk6839
    @susyk6839 Год назад

    I follow Dave's Craft Room and he used this method too. He follows you too. His creations are really something. Thank you for sharing!

  • @Carolyn1952Hoxton
    @Carolyn1952Hoxton 2 года назад +1

    I enjoy your tutorials, you are so much fun to listen to, and so smart. I just have to say, keep on teaching, you are a whiz at it. Thanks for this one! Very clear.

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter 2 года назад

      Hi Carolyn, how’s your day going with you?

  • @smathykins
    @smathykins 2 года назад +1

    Cool. I like using scraps.

  • @Dollcan
    @Dollcan 2 года назад +1

    This is wonderful! So glad you shared

  • @marymahoney233
    @marymahoney233 2 года назад +1

    As always, very useful video! Thank you❤️

  • @lucycolley1857
    @lucycolley1857 2 года назад +8

    Awesome idea, less expensive than foundation paper, I will give it a try. You make sewing look easy compared to others I have watched. To me sewing is relaxing gives my mind something else to focus on. Thanks for the idea!

  • @vickyk5510
    @vickyk5510 2 года назад +5

    Thank you! This is a great project for all the leftovers I have from mask making.

  • @annschluchter2962
    @annschluchter2962 2 года назад +1

    One of the best tutorials for crumb quilting. I am impressed. Thank you for this great tutorial. I LOVE IT!

  • @debjacobson9800
    @debjacobson9800 2 года назад +2

    Another great tips & tricks video of yours! Thank you Karen.

  • @arlenesmith7883
    @arlenesmith7883 2 года назад

    What great ideas and info! We all have so many scraps and this is a great way to organize and keep them in control until you have enough to make something out of! Thank you !!

  • @valeriebrantley7449
    @valeriebrantley7449 2 года назад

    Love this idea for scrap material. Thank you for your videos. I love seeing what you are working on and what ideas you have.

    • @Thomasfrohwitter
      @Thomasfrohwitter 2 года назад

      Hi Valerie, how’s your day going with you?