After This Video You Wont Throw Away Scrap Fabric Again!
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- Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025
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I'm so excited to be sharing my favorite scrap fabric hack with you in today's video. The best part? I'll be showing you a technique that you can use to make any project you want!
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Hi Stacey, I've been sorting my scraps by color and making reusable grocery bags out of them. They came out so pretty! Instead of using batting, I used medium weight iron on interfacing. Since the bag is lined, the interfacing works well to make a sturdy but light-weight bag.
Awesome Rachel! That sounds like a great idea - I love it 🤗
Love this!
What a great idea! I’m going to put some of my scraps to this good use. Thank you!
Genius! Especially since so many stores (in the us at least) aren’t providing plastic bags anymore
Would love to see a photo
I have a niece who loves composition or notebooks. She writes all the time. Giving her a book cover made from scraps of her favorite colors would be a wonderful holiday gift.
That sounds like a perfect gift, Cheri! 🎉 I'm sure your niece will love a personalized book cover made from her favorite colors! ❤️
Love that I am not alone with pressing and neatness!!!
Thank you! I can't help it! There's no other way ☺️
Hi Stacey I’m getting ready to make a lap throw for an elderly lady and she loves different colors so I think this would be a great opportunity for both of us
That’s a wonderful idea! I’m sure she will love it! 😊
Oh, so glad I found this tutorial. I have been sorting through a few years of scrap fabrics from when my daughter use to make and sell pioneer costumes for a local history farm. I have color sorted them and was looking at them the other day wondering what to do with them...this looks like so much fun - a great winter project. I have not really quilted before - but you made this look easy enough - thinking I might make a pillow cover to start! thank you - very thorough explanations.
Aww, thanks for your sweet comment! 😊 I'm so glad you found the tutorial helpful. A pillow cover sounds like a perfect starting project for your sorted scraps. Have fun quilting! ✂️
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Our guild makes placemats for seniors, meals on wheels program. This would be awesome to make cheerful mats and use up scraps doing so ❤
That is lovely Debbie and I agree they would be lovely made using this technique 😊
As soon as I saw you I knew you would be a great teacher !
Aww thanks so much ❤️
I love the phrase "scrap busting"! I save every leftover bit that is sewable. It's also a cool way to remember all of the quilts & projects that a person has made. Thanks for such great ideas to use them!! You're the BEST!!
Thanks so much Kelly! I am glad you like the phrase! Yes that is true, it's a nice way to remember all the quilts you have made 😊
It would be cute pillows to go with the quilts too
Your last tip (long strip and sew shorter items to it) is my go-to method. A perfect application for whimsical piecing is making reuseable shopping bags for friends and family or perhaps a pet bed/quilt cover.
Thanks so much! I love those ideas, they are perfect! 😊
What a neat idea , a pet bed quilt cover sounds awesome. ❤
First time watching your videos. You explain things so well and your voice is very calming. ✌🏻♥️
Thanks so much Dianne! Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment ☺️
Yesterday, I bagged up all of my scraps and donated them to a local thrift store 😛 So starting today I know what to do with them, thank you ma'am.
Yes save them up from now on 🤗
Thank you so much for this!!! I just recently got a sewing machine and I'm so excited to start my sewing journey making cute little bags with old clothing that no longer fits.
Yay! Welcome to the wonderful world of sewing! You might like to check out my “learn to sew” videos ❤️
Thank you Stacey! You are a wonderful quilt instructor. I love this heart tutorial 💕
Thanks so much!
I love this method. I’d like to take it a step further and embroider the piece to make it extra special. Thanks.
Great idea! I love it! Thanks for watching 🤗
First video I seen of yours and subscribed! You are so clear and easy to understand. And it's nice to have a local accent teaching me quilting tips on yt. 😁
Awesome Fiona - thanks so much! I'll take that as a big compliment 😊
Oh i love this. Its like crumb quilting in a way but with larger pieces. I love this and will have to try it with some of the many scraps i have here.
Hey Sean! Yes a nice quick way to make up pieces big enough for other projects 😊
Love this!! I have been doing this for years 😀 I have a huge basket of scraps and make what I call crazy blocks between projects. I trim them to 6.5" and keep them in a basket till I have enough for a large lap quilt. I then add sashing between the blocks and have a cheerful quilt! If the quilt ia going to a child, I will make an I SpY list for them as well.
That is awesome Trina! I love it, what a great idea to make them as you go 😊
I do something similar with the scraps so they don't get out of hand, try to keep up. After a stressful day, nothing relax s me like spending 20-30 minutes of scrap piecing so I do end up with enough to make a quilt!
What is an "I spy" list?
@@Rosey_Parker its a list of things to find in the quilt top. I love to use novelty fabric in kids quilts so there is usually characters or objects for them to find in each block.
@@trinam2503 aaaw, so fun. Thanks for the explanation. 💗
This is such a fun technique for using those scraps. Finished items look so pretty and special. Thinking of all the small projects you've taught us that could be made with this scrap-busting method. Love it! 🤩
Thanks so much Louise for watching with me! Yes, I have so many small projects that this technique is perfect for 😍
Great idea and I appreciate that you go slow and detailed!
Thanks so much Connie! I appreciate you watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment, it means a lot to me! 😍
Thank you for the tutorial. I’ve wondered how to go about managing my scrap mountain and now you’ve given me ideas! You are very good teacher. I love listening to your accent! I’ve subscribed to your channel and will watch all your videos! 😊
You are so welcome! Thanks for subscribing - I appreciate you watching my videos 🤗
Last year I made a ton (like 35) napkins for a Christmas party. This would be great to use up the scraps into a few placemats for me
Yes that’s a great idea 🤗
I have used this scrappy fabric as the backing for table toppers or wall hangings
That's a great idea Janice! Love it 😍
Wow. All those fabrics are so pretty!
Thank you! 😊 Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment ☺️
I like this method vs. sewing down odd pieces to iron-on lining which makes the project look like rick-rack or zigzag designs. Love the boxy look better. And one can keep adding to make a larger piece of fabric to make so many different items. Also I could listen to your voice/accent all day. Thank you for your tutorials!
Thanks so much Pamela! I appreciate you watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment 😊
Thank you so much Stacey for sharing with us all of your techniques! This one is so useful! No more waste of fabrics for me now 🥰💪👏
Thanks so much Tamara! Yes it's a great technique so you don't waste fabric 😊
This is a cool way to use up scraps! I have a lot of scraps. I think that I might just make a large section of fabric to have on hand for when the “right” project comes along.
Thanks so much Janie! Yes it's a great way to use up scraps! I could see some of your tote bags being made with this method 😍
@@staceyleecreative That’s what I was thinking too!
I always find it is best to avoid too small patches especially on the out side of blocks. I do not want my seams to be too close together. These made fabric blocks are great for using as a part for another more traditional block.... I do enjoy your videos
Thanks so much Anna for your kind words. That is a great tip! Thanks for leaving a comment, I really appreciate it!
The zipper pouch is super cute!
Thanks you Annie! Thanks so much for watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment, I really appreciate it 😊
This was a great video! I was doing this recently to make potholders. When you said we could cut it to make different blocks, that made me have an aha moment because one project I started I didn't like. Haha Thank you! I love your accent!
Thanks so much Debora! I am glad you found it useful and I inspired an idea for you 😍 Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment, I really appreciate it 😊
Yes, I do this also... and just this week-cleaned out a box of scraps (made 12 Fat Quarters)... will use for either a blanket or some purses or backpacks. LOVE ❤️ the videos. Thank you. 😊
That’s wonderful! Thanks so much for your lovely comment and well done for using up a box of scraps 🤗
Kia ora Stacey this is a lovely idea. Have a good weekend. It’s raining and cool here in Wellington. Kind regards.
Kia ora Lynda! Thanks for watching my video and leaving a comment! I can imagine winter is closing in on NZ right now 😊
Think ill make a book cover as a gift. I have left over batiks from a quilt. They will be great. Thank you.
That sounds awesome Joy! I appreciate you watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment, it means a lot to me! 😍
I like to sew the scraps on squares of worn bedsheets. That makes the blocks sturdy. And it is possible to use squares of batting instead of bed linen.
Great idea! Thanks so much for leaving a comment, I really appreciate it 🤗
So many options to use this technique with! I just moved and am anxious to get to crafting. Thank you for all the great tutorials!
You are so welcome Sandra!
I'm making some scrap strips and then make a quilt with them. I have 2 quilts so far but I'd like to make something for my mum.
That’s awesome! Thanks for watching 🤗
I can’t bear to waste my scraps and have made three quilts using this method. After piecing the scraps I make squares and use a uniting fabric to make a scrappy quilt.
Love it Lucia! That's an awesome way to make a quilt using this technique! 😊
This fun scrap busting technique is perfect to make these projects:
📌 Heart Coaster: ruclips.net/video/gabZtaaorpg/видео.html
📌 Zipper Pouch: ruclips.net/video/_iFiY_fWIi8/видео.html
📌 Fabric Book Cover: ruclips.net/video/YyhBHllCK8w/видео.html
I have been doing this for years. I call it my garbage quilts. They end up being picnic blankets and covers for the dogs. They Make great pieces to practice free motion quilting.
That’s a great idea. But garbage quilts seems a little harsh 😂
This turned out beautiful and I love the colors you put together! Thanks for sharing. I am now subbed!
Thank you so much, Misty! 😊 Welcome, and thank you for subscribing! 🌟
I would love to see this in a red, white, and blue version, thanks!😊
Oh yes red, white and blue would be awesome Kendra! Thanks so much for watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment 😊 Happy Sewing 🧵
Absolutely love this! Going to try to make different blocks with my scraps...maybe a table runner or just a smaller quilt. Who knows, lol
Sounds great Sandra! Thanks for watching the video 😊
I am new to all of this. I am sure I am about to have some fun!! Thank you for a great video.❤
Welcome!! You sure are about to have some fun! 😊
I would make a table runner for my coffee table. Thanks for the video
That's a great idea! I appreciate you watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment 😊
Very cute projects. Thanks for sharing your ideas.
Thank you Linda! I appreciate you watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment 😊
Love it i have a lot of fabric scraps these video help me a lot thankyou !!!!
You are so welcome! Thank you for watching 🤗
good for barbie clothes, baby doll clothes too!😁
Great idea!! 🤗
I just happened to come across this tutorial and want to say thank you for posting on your screen the very details I usually wonder about as a slightly advanced newbie sewist 1:43 and 5:41 ❤
Thanks so much for your feedback Virginia! Funny you say that. This is the first video I have put the details on the screen, usually I say it but I was trying to cut back on how much I talk 😂
@@staceyleecreative well then, I'm suscribing 👍🏼😊
@Virginia Valentin Awesome! Thanks so much!
@@staceyleecreative you are considerate and your instructions are very clear. I'm really thinking about purchasing a serger for some crafting in bulk and want to make fast work of it but I'm terribly intimidated by the thought of the machine. I'm hoping to gain confidence by binge watching videos of getting started. Do you have a beginner serger how to tutorial?
Such a great idea. As soon as my machine gets out of the shop, I'll be giving this a try!
Glad you liked it! I hope your machine isn't too far away Debbi 🙄
Fun video. I don't get a chance to get material that often. So, I've tended to keep 95% of my material for quite a few things.
That's awesome! Have fun using up all those scraps 😊
I love that Idea as I have a box full of scraps that I could do the same thing with thank you for your video. I am so happy about it that I could use up some of my scraps. Take care Daphne from Australia
That's awesome Daphne! I am glad you found my video helpful! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment, it means a lot to me 😊
Thank You, I'm needing new hot pads and will use this technique.
That’s awesome Susie! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment 🤗
thank you! This will provide hours of fun for me!
Awesome Kassy! Thanks for watching my video 🤗
Love this idea. The book cover is so perfect!
Thanks so much Mena! Yes the book cover is perfect! 😍
Thanks for the tutorial on using our scraps. Looking forward to using this technique.
Awesome Shelia - I am glad you liked it! I appreciate you watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment, it means a lot to me! 😍
Thank you! Great ideas!
Glad you like them! Thanks so much for watching my video and leaving a comment 🤗
Fun way to use scraps.
Thanks so much Patti! Thanks for watching with me 😍
So fun , I love it! I want to make placemats with scraps ❤
Yes that would be awesome 🤩
Great idea! Thank you
Thanks for watching Caroline 😊
This is so neat.
Thanks so much 🤗
Very nice patchwork
Thank you! Cheers! ❤️
Hi Stacy,I would like to make a bigger piece and make a blouse, would this work?
Hi, yes you could. But you’d need to serge the edges of fabric to stop it fraying 🤗
What a great idea to use up your scraps...Thanks Stacey
Thanks so much Margo! I am glad you liked it 😊
What a great idea, Stacey ! Thank you for sharing it with us. 🌺
Thanks so much Teresa! I am glad you like it 😊
Hi Stacey, lovely tutorial! I am quite new to sewing and am trying to figure out what to do with my scraps, your video was super helpful on getting me started. I do have a beginner question, is there not a need to backstitch in a technique like this? Is there any possibility of stitches unraveling? Thank you!
No it's fine. We don't backstitch when piecing 😊
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It’s pretty isn’t it 🤗
I would like to make a circle skirt but it is difficult to buy fabric that is wide enough for my large body. I think you just solved my problem. Thank you.
Wonderful! Happy Sewing 😊
Thank you so much Stacey, I really really enjoyed watching you creating those scrappy blocks. I’m not a beginner with sewing, but, I’m very very impressed with how you teach, that I’ve subscribed and given you a thumb’s up too. Please stay safe and well too
Thanks so much Mags for your kind feedback and subscribing to my channel - I really appreciate it! 😍
Very nice! I love it. you can literally make your own designer fabric with this technique. Thanks
Yes you can! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment ❤️
Thanks Stacey for this, think I may make one of your zipper pouches using this technique.
Yes! It’s the perfect project for this. I love mine that I showed in this video 🤗
Thank you Stacey for this wonderful video! Do you recommend using the same type of fabric when using this technique?
Hi, yes I recommend sticking with quilting cotton 😊
What is the brand of that little iron you are using? I've been looking for a small cordless one and can't find any good ones.
Hi it's Oliso and they have a brand new one out, but it isn't cordless. amzn.to/47YwBww
Thank you for a wonderful video. New viewer from san antonio, tx😂
Welcome 🤗 Thanks for watching! 🙏
Awesome ideas thanxabunch❤️😀
Thanks for watching, Rachel. I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment. Happy quilting!
This is really cute.
Thanks so much Cindy! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment 🤗
I'm going to have to pick through scraps and try this
Please do Cindy, it's a lot of fun!
I always enjoy your videos. Thank you for your hard work. I know you are making these videos look easy.
Thanks so much, Margaret! The videos are a lot of work to make, but it's definitely worth the effort, especially when people like you leave nice comments 😊
Attempting to make place mats wish me luck
You can do it. I have a tutorial for simple place mats, you could use that to help you too ruclips.net/video/1z198GKcwW0/видео.htmlsi=FjC6DJpYxrKuYddB
Great video.👍🏻
Thanks so much Cathy! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment! 😊
The thread is the pricey part! Just crazy
True! 💖 Thanks so much for watching 🌟💖😊
Great tips❤️
Thanks so much Julie! I appreciate you watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment 🤗
Amei a ideia!
Thanks so much 🤗
Gives me some ideas for hot pads or place mats
Awesome - perfect project idea 💡
I’m planning on making an oversized tote bag. Than you!
Yes Patricia that will be so cool! ❤️ Thanks for watching and taking to leave a comment, it’s really appreciated 🤗
Thank you this is great help!
Awesome Pamela! I am glad you liked it! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment 😊
I love this! I'm just wondering, do you need to finish the inside edges with a zigzag stitch or a serger of will they stay put like that?
Hi, no you don't. We sew back over them when making a project. We don't use sergers for quilting
Looks like a fun activity, just wondering what the ironing mat is made from?
It looks like my wool mat.
Hi Colleen! It's a wool mat. My ironing board cover was driving me crazy with the stains, so I decided to try a wool mat because many people really like them, and I think they are less prone to stains 😊
Yes it's a wool mat 😊
Like like like! If I could, I'd subscribe 10x !!!
Thanks for this method for little scraps.
Awww you are so sweet Krisin! Thanks so much 😍
I keep even the smallest of pieces including my selvages... lol 😊
That’s great! This project would be perfect for them ❤️
Hi, what a great idea. I notice that you don't backstitch, is it not necessary? And is there no need for overlocking first?
No backstitch and no overlocker required for this. In fact I don’t own an over locker. They are not required for quilting type projects.
These are cute ideas. I'm a new subscriber to your channel. Thank you
Welcome Karin 🤗 Thanks so much for subscribing ❤️
Can you provide a link to the cute little iron?
Sure it’s been upgraded and there is a new version now. Here is a link. No discounts on irons but you’ll get 20% off almost everything else: glnk.io/mzmmj/staceyleecreative9fg
Love this!!!
Hello Juki Junkies! Thanks so much for watching my video and taking the time to leave a comment! 😊 You're the best 😍
The About info box on you gives a US address, but I swear that's a Kiwi accent! I'm wondering if the scraps are all aligned in terms of direction of material - I'm not sure of the right terms, but the way the threads face, is it weft and weave? Or bias? Basically a straight edge could be cut on any angle? Or is it along the thread lines? I've seen another video that demonstrated a similar technique, and I couldn't tell there either, they used straight edges but it didn't matter if the edge was in squares/rectangles like yours were, they could have been on diagonals, but it wasn't clear if even with the diagonal they had somehow matched the underlying material direction. It looks more likely with your squares/rectangles that you are ensuring the underlying material direction is matched, but could you please clarify? Many thanks, from an interested Kiwi (who would also appreciate measurements in metric if possible ;) )
Hi, yes I am a kiwi living in the USA. If you want your fabric facing in a certain direction you should do that. We sewing piecing in all directions when quilting so we don't worry the weft and weave. Quilting is always done in inches, even in NZ. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to leave a comment ❤️
I need that cute little iron! Where did you purchase that from?
Hi Sarah, it's the Oliso Mini Project Iron amzn.to/458AeiU
Adorei ❤
Thank you so much ☺️
Can you please 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 tell us where you got that iron?!??
Hi, it's an Oliso ProPlus iron amzn.to/3N4cBzT
@@staceyleecreative thank you!
What ironing mat and iron size are you using?
Hi I am using this mat: amzn.to/40UhZvN and this iron: amzn.to/4835noL
Ave 2 rooms of yardage I'll never sew up. I can't deal with scraps. Love watching all the stash quilts.
Wish I didn't have all this. Rather buy pre cuts now.
So I basically don't sew any of it. At 77, why bother?
Fair enough! Just sew what makes you happy 🤗
I save the smallest pieces and use them for stuffing
That’s a great idea! 💡
@@staceyleecreative yep when you run out of actual stuffing I had some but couldn’t find it after I moved so I used scraps and then I found it when the project was finished lol but it worked great!
Hi Stacey, great video. What is the name of the iron you were using and where can I purchase it. Thanks
Sorry for the late reply. It's an Oliso Mini Project Iron, you can find it here: amzn.to/3PRytRV