The Ever-Changing Scrap Quilt! Use Up Your Scraps with this Simple Quilt Idea

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  • Опубликовано: 20 ноя 2024
  • Do you have scraps piling up in your sewing room? Ive changed the way I work with my scraps to create an ever evolving series of projects. Right now, I'm working on the first version--and Irish Chain quilt using my favorite solid color and all the scraps from my recent quilts. Come along with me while I cut the fabric, sew some blocks, and talk about the project.
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  • @treyshields7848
    @treyshields7848 Год назад +66

    I am so happy to see you and this new video. I have missed you terribly and hoped that we would see you again. You are the very first RUclips quilter that I followed. I have learned so much from you and often rewatch your older videos. I have made several of your quilts. Hope to see you again soon but regardless I will be patiently waiting.

  • @phyllisdippert2216
    @phyllisdippert2216 Год назад +4

    I have never understood quilters who race thru quilt after quilt. I am 70 yrs young and just started quilting a few years ago. I have a bucket list, but want to just enjoy the process. Your thots are a help. I enjoy your videos so much!

  • @chickad5820
    @chickad5820 Год назад +2

    Please come back soon.... You truly are a joy to learn from...

  • @sherrylesina7224
    @sherrylesina7224 Год назад +33

    OMG! You're back. This notification made my morning 🌄 ❤. Thanks for the great tip on scraps. I hope you and your family are well.

  • @tammydugas9527
    @tammydugas9527 Год назад +2

    Neat idea. Quilting is even more fun without counting.

  • @jenniferr2057
    @jenniferr2057 Год назад +1

    I love scrap quilts. It was there purpose of the craft, after all! Grateful for the friends I have that make scraps!

  • @maryrichardson5841
    @maryrichardson5841 Год назад +1

    What a super idea to put an x through each finished block. Love that. Thank you, I can obviously use this on every project using my Fusion pen that can be ironed away.

  • @colleenyork8588
    @colleenyork8588 Год назад +2

    I somehow missed this video. I'm going to start one of these tonight. Love all your tips/tricks. Could we see your finished quilt? I have missed seeing you. Hope all is well with you and your family. Thank you!!

  • @brookprinsen6746
    @brookprinsen6746 Год назад +1

    This is a great leaders and enders project! Thanks Megan!

  • @frontofficed.burnell-power6288
    @frontofficed.burnell-power6288 Год назад +2

    I hope things are going well for you Megan and that you will return whenever it feels right for you. I miss you. No one like you :)

  • @amyanderson6746
    @amyanderson6746 Год назад +1

    Hi Beautiful! This makes me want to go cut some little squares and get started. Thanks.

  • @kathleenswan4184
    @kathleenswan4184 Год назад +24

    So happy to see you back online! I always enjoy your videos and your pleasant, informative personality.

  • @Esperanzacarr76
    @Esperanzacarr76 Год назад +1

    I’m so glad you’ve posted another video! I love your tutorials. Hope you are well.

  • @LyliaBriere
    @LyliaBriere 4 месяца назад

    Love your way of scrap quilts. You have a great attitude with this new video. Beautiful quilts don’t have to be stressful

  • @KumaSews
    @KumaSews Год назад +3

    Love it!!!
    2023 goals…. Decrease my scraps!!!
    Thank you for the layout!!!! Set for success!

  • @sharonlyman3029
    @sharonlyman3029 Год назад +1

    I was struck by how clearly/coherently you speak of why/what you are doing. This would make a very inspiring book topic. I'm not trying to push you back into projects as much as wishing you would document your journey. Then in a few years put out a book about finding your way to the happy place you've found with this quilt/process. I believe it would help many people to be happier with their quilting. Tks again for your creativity.

  • @louisealessi493
    @louisealessi493 Год назад +1

    Megan, I am soooo happy to see you back. You look rested and happier. I'm glad you found your joy. Great video AGAIN. I hope you and your family have a terrific holiday. Keep smiling.

  • @glynisreynolds446
    @glynisreynolds446 Год назад +1

    Great seeing how you have actually cut all your tiny pieces 😃 That’s going to make it so much easier 👍👍 and using the squares as leaders and enders would also help the production line 🤣🤣 👏👏🇬🇧

  • @chrisdistelrath9386
    @chrisdistelrath9386 Год назад +1

    Thank you. I enjoy the Irish Chain pattern. My first quilt (still a work in progress) is Irish Chain . I think I will full investigates this pattern, I however have 2.5 scrap blocks. Will have to do quilt math. Happy Holidays. So happy to see you back.

  • @dannamcgowen3889
    @dannamcgowen3889 Год назад +1

    I hope all is well with you and your family. (I'm just popping into channels on RUclips that I follow but have not seen anything from in a while.)

  • @judithhope8970
    @judithhope8970 Год назад +1

    This is fabulous. I love long term patchwork using tiny scraps as its the patchwork I enjoy, rather than the quilting. I think a lot of teachers demonstrate quick quilts as being desirable. It is nice for a beginner to have a finished product quickly, but to me patchwork is like gardening, it takes time to sew a seed and help it grow until it finally flowers. So if you want something quick, make a little throw or cot quilt. They are just as satisfying.

  • @dianehuntley2493
    @dianehuntley2493 Год назад

    I love your videos Megan! I hope to continue finding you😊

  • @AvivaHadas
    @AvivaHadas Год назад +1

    I love how you added the diagonal block.

  • @quiltmekiwi
    @quiltmekiwi Год назад +1

    Thanks for taking the time to make this video & sharing the pattern. I like your thought process.

  • @susandring1218
    @susandring1218 Год назад +1

    So pleased to find you have made a new video; you are one of a small group of truly engaging digital content creators whatever the genre. Many people make videos but only a few can inspire and transform engagement into action.

  • @giapreston2840
    @giapreston2840 7 месяцев назад +1

    I love your videos! This one reminded me of something I thought i would share with you. When I started quilting about 40 years ago, I asked the woman who was teaching me - "how do you know what fabric to buy exactly?" Her response stuck with me and has served me well - she said, "there is only one rule to follow - make sure you really really really love it because you will be looking at it for a very long time." 😀

  • @janiesoito4494
    @janiesoito4494 Год назад +1

    Lovely to see you Megan. Thank you for sharing your process. 😊

  • @kschallert3569
    @kschallert3569 Год назад +1

    Wow! Great info from start to finish! I've been making tiny blocks with 2 inch squares, all solid batiks, so many beautiful colors. I have (had)- no idea what to do after I make a zillion 4 piece blocks, but now, after this video, my brain is functioning and I know what to do next! I'm going to get my background color (some kind of printed purple, green, or royal blue batik) and start making actual quilt blocks! So many great ideas you just gave me, thank you!!!

  • @Monica-rc7de
    @Monica-rc7de Год назад +15

    It’s so good to see you… I’ve missed your cherry videos so much I went as far back as I could to see them from the beginning 😀hope you can make some more soon… thanks for the idea… I have a bunch of 2.5 squares that I will use to do this project with… it’ll be a bit larger but I think it’ll work. Take care

  • @heathergraham871
    @heathergraham871 Год назад +1

    Hi Megan, I actually did not watch this video but I just sent you an email thanking you for your efforts and I just found your site on RUclips and your blog this evening. I have never done a super thinks or given money but somehow you spoke to me more than others and that's no fault of anybody it's just how it is anyway I figured out how easy it is to give a $5 'super thanks'
    Honestly I have not even watch this video, as I am focused on just trying to organize my space-
    Take care 🐦

  • @candylackey599
    @candylackey599 Год назад +1

    Thank you for sharing! I love 'the pickle' color...such a unique color to add to all the colors of the scraps. It is going to be a really cute quilt!!!

  • @ashleyschifano4619
    @ashleyschifano4619 Год назад

    THANK YOU for this video ❤. I just wanted generic quilt ideas for my 2.5 inch mini charms I like to collect and the quilt layouts were so helpful… now I need some of these rulers too 😂

  • @merrycmouse
    @merrycmouse Год назад

    These are great to do as leaders and enders while working on other projects, too. Working on two quilts at once, essentially.

  • @elizabethamis9376
    @elizabethamis9376 Год назад

    So good to see you again.

  • @perrykim5
    @perrykim5 Год назад +1

    I love your videos! I’ve been missing your video, and I’m so glad I found this one today!! Yay! Please make more videos! I learn so much❤

  • @maryaria2855
    @maryaria2855 Год назад +1

    Thanks you! Love seeing you, your projects and colors.

  • @leemiller2811
    @leemiller2811 Год назад +1

    Absolutely love this idea. Fun. Fun. Fun. ❤

  • @tracyjudd3877
    @tracyjudd3877 Год назад +1

    Awesome!!
    I. Love. Scrappy🎉💗
    Praying over you and your sweet family during this precious Christmas Season. Thank you for sharing your love of quilting with us. You are just wonderful 💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

  • @richardb.6765
    @richardb.6765 Год назад

    What a beautiful video. You're a joy to watch, and your love for your craft and your journey are inspiring.

  • @barbarajohnson1572
    @barbarajohnson1572 Год назад

    TY... your new vision has a lot to do with those of us that are getting along and feeling the need to sew faster. I do NOT want to leave all this fabric behind to end up in the wasteland of "baby boomer" stuff...LOL I have all my scraps cut in either 2.5 or 5" squares... right now the favortie is "charms on point" by MSQC.. i love monochromatic... pick a color and use all i have...can't wait to see what else you come up with... Hugs, GB

    • @jeffersonmorant
      @jeffersonmorant Год назад

      That’s so thoughtful of you Barbara, Thanks for your positive review,How are you and how’s the weather over there?

  • @winter6001
    @winter6001 Год назад +9

    Stripology squared ruler came out when I started quilting, lucky timing for me, I love that ruler! I use the other side of the smaller mat because it doesn’t have any lines to distract me. Scrappy looking quilts are my favourite!

    • @sandybruce9092
      @sandybruce9092 Год назад

      Yes! I have these Stripology rulers if a few sizes along with my trusty Accuquilt machines. And I, too turn my mats over to the non-ruled sides - I. The old school I was told that the lines aren’t accurate - so I measured one day several months ago! Found out that, yes, they are actually every accurate - at least me lovely green Olfa mats are!! But I still use rulers!!! Thanks so much for all your info - we are in our way back home to NC from CO visiting out family so I’m stuck in the car with my iPad and EarPods😄😄. Cutting is in my schedule when I get back home!!!!!

  • @stargoodhand2330
    @stargoodhand2330 Год назад +1

    Great to have another video from you!! Great project!

  • @frontofficed.burnell-power6288
    @frontofficed.burnell-power6288 Год назад +4

    Megan Good to see you back. I love the idea of a continuous scrap quilt. I rewatched all your videos in your absence. Needed your calm straight forward approach to tackle several things I had never tried before. Thanks for the library!

  • @daleodberg6714
    @daleodberg6714 Год назад +1

    Very inspiring! Thank you

  • @glynisreynolds446
    @glynisreynolds446 Год назад +3

    So lovely to see another video from you, and you are back full of enthusiasm with a wonderful idea for a gorgeous quilt 🤩 Thank you 👏👏🇬🇧

  • @sharonlyman3029
    @sharonlyman3029 Год назад +6

    Hurrah! You're back. We've missed you. Love your quilts, your methods, and your creativity.
    This was great. Thks!

  • @suelemke8544
    @suelemke8544 Год назад +3

    this is a VERY GOOD IDEA with the stripology rulers, I have all three of them and LOVE THEM. I use them the same way you are in this video....great job

  • @annablock8037
    @annablock8037 Год назад +4

    I absolutely love making scrap quilts. Also to be honest if I don’t feel passionate about a quilt I don’t make it. I love every minute of my sewing/quilting time.

  • @kschallert3569
    @kschallert3569 Год назад +2

    You've been missed 😉 So happy to see you again. I pray all is well with your soul, that you're happy, healthy, and ready to make many more beautiful creations. Thank you for your generosity in giving so many great tutorials and brilliant ideas!

  • @Helens713
    @Helens713 Год назад +2

    I’m so glad you’re back I have been missing your wonderful tutorials 1:54

  • @gerryfix1009
    @gerryfix1009 Год назад

    Love your flosstube.scrappy quilts are a favorite 🌲🌲🌲⭐️⭐️

  • @9001012
    @9001012 Год назад +1

    missing you 😊

  • @shellyculver4239
    @shellyculver4239 Год назад

    Hay Megan! You look rested & refreshed. Merry Christmas!

  • @buffler111
    @buffler111 Год назад +2

    This is a totally perfect idea for a "color of the year" quilt with COTY as the background! Thank you!!

  • @heatherwagner309
    @heatherwagner309 Год назад +1

    Love love love your ideas and process here

  • @betsysanz7524
    @betsysanz7524 Год назад

    Hi Megan, I just want to encourage you by letting you know that you’re my favorite quilting teacher. I hope you and your family are doing well!

  • @sandybruce9092
    @sandybruce9092 Год назад

    I am one of those quilters who really enjoys the road but not the finjshing😮😄. Therefore I have lots of various things just waiting - waiting till ???😄😄😄. Maybe this year will be one to actually get to the end (but, strangely I really enjoy the hand stitching of the binding!! Quirky!!!)

  • @nancyzimmerman1982
    @nancyzimmerman1982 Год назад

    Glad to see you back.

  • @QUILTINGCHAP
    @QUILTINGCHAP Год назад +1

    Love this project. After looking at my scraps I am going to use white as my main color. I also plan to use 2 1/2" squares since I have a lot of them already cut out and ready to go. Thank you!

  • @deepattison9329
    @deepattison9329 Год назад

    Since I have just become interested in scrap quilting I am very interested in your organizational ideas. I like the stripology rulers since my hands are fragile.

  • @lynnehrmantraut9167
    @lynnehrmantraut9167 Год назад

    So happy to see you!

  • @SewtheDistance
    @SewtheDistance Год назад +1

    So smart! Thank you for this!

  • @notesfromleisa-land
    @notesfromleisa-land Год назад +1

    I have the XL STripology ruler. It is one of my greatest time saving/accuracy improving tools that I have. I use it all the time for cutting yardage and making subcuts. I can see where the smaller ruler offerings are have more alacrity for working with smaller pieces. Thanks for demonstrating. Happy New Year!

  • @craftyak2
    @craftyak2 Год назад +4

    Thank you Megan for demonstrating your happy scrappy quilt blocks. Your quilt is going to be a WINNER!

  • @monataylor2600
    @monataylor2600 Год назад +1

    Great tip to use a smaller mat atop the big mat and rotate with the Stripology ruler!!!! Thank you, Megan. ❤

  • @gwynwellliver4489
    @gwynwellliver4489 Год назад +2

    This patchwork makes me happy! Sometimes you have to use everything but the kitchen sink. I love your channel and the happy colors you sew with. I have happy scrappy patchwork planned for the gloomy winter, so I have some bright quilt tops to work on in the early spring before color appears again. You are a great teacher. Be well.

  • @diannplatt-roberts8692
    @diannplatt-roberts8692 Год назад +4

    Greetings! I'm so glad you are feeling better about quilting. I have a huge amount of strips and scraps. I love the Villa Rosa patterns and just finished a scrappy Mazed top. I have a win-win situation where I can make any pattern, send the top to ND, and a friend finishes them and they are sent to either Mexico or Africa. So my tops are the same as yours. So many friends give me their scraps, whether large or small. I also make hundreds of dog/cat beds for the shelters. Wishing you and your family a wonderful holiday season.

    • @AnitaSouthall
      @AnitaSouthall Год назад

      I'd love to know what sizes are ideal fir dog 🐕 beds 🛌 please, it's another passion project for me.

    • @diannplatt-roberts8692
      @diannplatt-roberts8692 Год назад

      @@AnitaSouthall dog beds at shelters here are usually 18x24. But I let the fabric dictate to me. I usually use drapery or heavier fabric.

  • @marq9955
    @marq9955 Год назад

    I missed you…wishing you and your love ones peace and joy!!!

  • @privateinfo1711
    @privateinfo1711 Год назад +1

    This is a great video! I've heard you say in other videos that Kona pickle is your favorite. I am now totally convinced!

  • @giselaa6111
    @giselaa6111 Год назад +1

    Love to see you back i have missed You Megan! I am at the same stage as you have everything when it comes to scraps. Thank you so much 😊 season greetings from Sweden 🎄

  • @paulafey6905
    @paulafey6905 Год назад +1

    So glad to see you back. I really enjoy your videos. Always learn something.

  • @ediedarleneedgmon5301
    @ediedarleneedgmon5301 Год назад +1

    I’ve always wanted to make an Irish chain but I’m not a very accurate quilter. But this pattern seems very doable for me so thank you very much!!!!

  • @twyla2575
    @twyla2575 Год назад +1

    I really like your idea of how these fabric scraps help to document your quilt journey and make the quilt uniquely yours. And your explanation on the use of the printed pattern to keep track of the blocks as you make them is brilliant! I enjoy your videos so much. Thank you.

  • @bettybierema7255
    @bettybierema7255 Год назад +2

    I love the idea of an ongoing project to sew as an inspiration, when you have a few minutes or as a memory quilt of past quilts. Thanks for sharing

  • @susanneschneider6719
    @susanneschneider6719 Год назад

    Happy to see you back again! Nice project

  • @familyof5514
    @familyof5514 Год назад +1

    Great idea and tutorial. I love that it could be completed little by little! ❤

  • @sguhl4089
    @sguhl4089 Год назад +1

    Megan! So good to see a new video. I love this plan for a scrap quilt. I have lots of small scraps that will work great with this idea. Thank you - and looking forward to seeing you more often.

  • @sandraengstrand2784
    @sandraengstrand2784 Год назад +1

    Super fun project and a gorgeous quilt!! It’s really nice to *revisit* all the pretty fabric! 💝🧵🪡✂️

  • @ShadowMoonFarms
    @ShadowMoonFarms Год назад +1

    Sounds like you have your process. 2" squares is just a little fiddly for me, but you do you. I have always liked an Irish Chain pattern and haven't yet made a quilt with this pattern. Thanks for sharing and glad to have you back!!

  • @shawnaleewhitney6630
    @shawnaleewhitney6630 Год назад +9

    So happy to see you, Megan. Great project, as always. Best wishes for a smooth end to the current year and to joy and time to focus on what makes YOU happy in the next! 🧡

  • @jackycordell7464
    @jackycordell7464 8 месяцев назад

    I made this quilt and I love it! Thank you for this tutorial.

  • @harbourcolour
    @harbourcolour Год назад +1

    Thanks Megan - I hope all is well with you. Your ideas and tips are always refreshing and inspiring. I love scrap projects. I will start using your tip about a spritz of starch on seams to keep them flat ... great idea!

  • @carolynngosselin5749
    @carolynngosselin5749 Год назад +1

    Hey Kiddo, happy to see you back in your happy place. I recently got back to quilting too. Take care and thank you for this promising project.

  • @USSWylie
    @USSWylie Год назад +4

    So good to see you! You were my first quilting mentor and it's wonderful to hear your lovely kind voice again. Be well!💓

  • @catherinelittle2118
    @catherinelittle2118 Год назад +15

    I absolutely love your thinking on this one. Thank you for the ideas and encouragement. Scrappy is my favourite and small pieces especially. I cannot wait to put this plan into action. Thank you so much. Happy holidays.

  • @peachycheeks4394
    @peachycheeks4394 Год назад

    Love your approach. Makes me want to go work on my scrap quilt. Thank you

  • @abigaildolinger2754
    @abigaildolinger2754 Год назад +1

    This is so interesting. I can’t wait to see this quilt complete…and what a great idea to sew in a non-rushed fashion.

  • @maryannecadd796
    @maryannecadd796 Год назад +1

    Great ideas for not feeling overwhelmed with making a truly scrappy quilt. Thanks for sharing your time and talents :)

  • @kellyharrell6035
    @kellyharrell6035 Год назад +1

    Love love love this idea! Love the “pickle” color too!

  • @evelynelliott4485
    @evelynelliott4485 Год назад +1

    When are you coming back to us? I miss your quilt tutorials. Hurry back, please!

  • @christinahall3318
    @christinahall3318 Год назад +1

    So good to see you once again. I love this idea as it seems I ALWAYS have lots of scraps! My favorite quilts are scrappy ones! Thank you so much!!!

  • @elsafischer3247
    @elsafischer3247 Год назад

    I’m so glad to see you . I been following you for many years .Happy Holidays. Greetings from Switzerland

  • @lauramolla4359
    @lauramolla4359 Год назад +1

    totally trying this- i love it!!

  • @cherylschultz3220
    @cherylschultz3220 Год назад +6

    Thanks for the ideas! I recently started doing some blocks with my ton of scraps, but mine is done is four patches of 2.5" squares, with 4 of those sewn together to make a 16 patch. I have no idea how many I will need for a quilt yet! 😊

  • @AnitaSouthall
    @AnitaSouthall Год назад +1

    Grabbed the pattern and thanks for the inspiration to get my new year kick started

  • @susanharber6488
    @susanharber6488 Год назад +1

    Hmmm. I believe I am going to have to follow suit here. I have been trying to figure out what I can have ‘just ready for me’ when I don’t want to do anything larger or commit more time! Thank you for this and lovely to see you again. 👍

  • @stevenspasstime5339
    @stevenspasstime5339 Год назад

    hi. just wanted to say that i enjoy your videos and the tips are very helpful . hope to see more videos online soon.

  • @janwright5844
    @janwright5844 Год назад +1

    I’ll echo everyone else - it’s so lovely to see you back !! Wishing you a good Christmas and a happy 2023
    Thank you for your helpful videos. Take care

  • @suzyroy3360
    @suzyroy3360 Год назад +2

    love it Thanks for sharing!!!very inspring !

  • @elizabethgilmon1419
    @elizabethgilmon1419 Год назад +1

    Thank you, I Love tiny scrap blocks, I have a huge glass jar I’m filling up with 1 1/2 inch squares. Think I’ll start putting them together using your method.