12 Stash Buster Sewing Projects

[@ScrapFabricLove]

What is your go to scrap busting project?

[@elmyra.jackson]

I've made round facial cleaners from old towels and left over fleece,cloth sanitary and incontinence pads.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Love it! Replacing waste in multiple ways!

[@elmyra.jackson]

@@ScrapFabricLove Yes...and it's so enjoyable creating new items from things I already have in my stash and around the house😊

[@diannplatt-roberts8692]

I make dog/cat beds.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Fab!

[@dakin7612]

The charity quilt turned out great. I love that children can receive care after they turn 18. I always think of a quilt as hugging a person so it makes sense to me.

[@raisavaz]

I think cutting the quilt in half and making a two sided quilt is smart and practical. I love the orphan quilt block quilt!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much!

[@pfaithrod2490]

I typically make coasters out of smaller scraps and then quilt with 'big stitch' quilting designs. Tote bags always seemed to be appreciated as well. Your heart pillow reminded me of a time several years ago when I had month long daily visits at MDanderson Cancer Center. The days were long and tiring but I once found a nook to lounge in, and looked over and saw on a table many small heart pillows that had been made by volunteers. They were made from simple calico and decorator fabrics, but on that day they were a found treasure. I kept my pillow (perfect as neck or lower back support) for many years until my toddler grandchild fell in love with its minuteness. I completely forgot about these until watching your video and now have found my next project for scrap busting!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Your coasters sound lovely. There is a group here in the U.K. and I imagine similar ones in other countries that make and distribute heart cushions (a bit bigger than the ones I made for the kids) to breast cancer patients. I think they are particularly useful for them in the car to help protect from seatbelts and things. I made a few cushions for this group a while back. I love that you found a little heart during your treatment and lovely that you shared it with your grandchild!

[@deafsetter]

My favorite video of yours. Usually, you're very low key. This one you seem so excited about your projects. Really enjoy spending you tube time with you.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks for hanging out with me!

[@kimberlyjardine8634]

Love your husband's quilt!! Thank you for sharing all your great ideas

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much!

[@favor8favors]

The orphan block quilt is phenomenal! I love the idea of the footstool or maybe even a large scrap beanbag like chair for the kids. In my case I would need to make 3 so no one argues ;) I am also sewing up pillows that attach to the seat belts for my older two for when/if they fall asleep in the car they have something to rest on instead of the strap, and place mats. I love seeing all your projects. I may have to do the bean bags for my little guy as well; those are great.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Oh fab! Glad there were some projects in it for you to try. I love the car pillow idea. My two could probably benefit from those too!

[@kathytowe2803]

Wow, I love all your projects. The big improv quilt that your hubbie likes , is a beautiful ""art piece"".Reminds me of the Gees Bend quilts. Can't wait to see your next technique. You go girl!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Aw thanks so much!

[@themirrorimagestitcher]

That is a perfect analogy 😊 That quilt, front & back, really is quite amazing & perfectly her in every way!

[@jmur8784]

Love, love, LOVE that blue and gray Orphan Block quilt, Kristen!! Regarding the 'foot stool"... It appears that you made an ottoman. SEW many wonderful scrappy projects! :o))

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes! I am calling it an ottoman from now on….and it was totally on purpose 😉

[@anneinstx1969]

Love your grey quilt. Great design and oh so easy to put together quickly.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much!

[@sharonhinds1165]

I love the quilt that you made for your husband! Fabulous video with lots of great ideas. Thank you.🥰

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much!

[@kerrydean6505]

Hi, lovely to see the fabric being used, and you are correct the grey fabric was the off cuts from a quilt backing. Great that you had some fun making the quilt and a charity is going to give it to someone who needs it.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks Kerry! It was so perfect for this quilt - just what I needed.

[@omisfavorites1054]

I think you are wonderful! Congratulations on all your projects and especially congrats on actually making a dent in your scraps. Your videos are very motivational. Thanks for sharing the time, the effort and your creativity!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment - much appreciated!

[@gailsewsquilts1529]

Hahaha.. love the footstool/seat. And love that you show it all not just what looks great!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! I wouldn’t have much to show if I didn’t 😉

[@gailsewsquilts1529]

Placemats for Meals on Wheels is a great scrap buster too.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Fab!

[@ChooseForToday]

There's that blue & white string block that catches my eye! You're hubby has good taste. I love the selvage portions here & there and the little log cabin block really highlights the staircase effect that I usually don't focus on in a log cabin block.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much!

[@Charlie-tb6un]

Great idea with the gift bags, so eco friendly! 👍

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! They are a real time saver when you need to wrap something quickly too!

[@rosepaul9681]

Great episode. Love all your ideas. I love to make pillow covers to use up scraps. Also, like you, dog and cat quilts. They're great for practicing FMQ.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! I almost made a cushion cover this time and then realised I didn’t know anyone who would want the colours I was using in their home 😂! So those blocks went back in the orphan block box for now!

[@marygeorge9688]

Thank you for sharing these great ideas. Now I need to get to work on my scraps!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Have fun with it!

[@paulaweston5242]

Genius trimming on the Accuquilt. I will have to try that. I like to use templates for scrappy quilts. Missouri Star wacky web is a good one, and also the Twister. If the pieces aren't big enough for the templates, I sew scraps together. And lately I have been making lots of simple zipper bags. I feel so efficient and frugal when I finish a stash buster. Thanks for all your great ideas. And, yes, I agree, charity quilts should be just as pretty/well made as quilts for ourselves. Even more so. Those kids deserve it!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! I love zipper pouches too - made a whole stack of them as gifts two christmases ago. Everyone I know has one now 😂!

[@gillgriffiths168]

I look forward to every video you make, this was my favourite, I think we’ll all be making quilts that never were!!!! I recently started crumb quilting to use up my scraps, I also make hexi’s from scraps, when I’ve got a load I join them and make quilts, it’s great when I go away in the caravan and don’t have my machine!!! I really appreciate your videos and inspiration, thanks 😊 ps going to Loch Ness later in the month, our first time in Scotland

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks very much! Glad you like them 😀. Hope you get lots of sewing done on your trip and that you enjoy Scotland! The weather is nice just now hopefully it will stay like this for your visit!

[@roseswalls3468]

I have just started your video... I so live the gray 4-patch quilt! I would never have though I would love a 'just gray' quilt! I love gray with other colors but had not thought of only gray. I cant wait to see how you quilt the improv quilt.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much! So glad you liked it!

[@knitknack2285]

@@ScrapFabricLove I love 💕 the gray as well. That’s perfect for my bedroom! I always give away my quilts, I should make my own lol can you or have you done a video about your aququilt stuff. I’d like to see what’s available and how to use it? Before I go spend my allowance I want to check it out lol

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes you should absolutely make one for yourself!

[@quiltedclothdesigns]

I need to make a quilt that never was... Love that!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! It is actually more fun than you might think - it’s a fun puzzle to see how it can all fit together.

[@traceyfisher3543]

I really love your videos! I love your orphan block quilt and the back. Scrap quilts are my favorite!!! Also I’m going to make a block( just a little one )

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much! So surprised people like the back of that quilt!

[@marygeorge9688]

I love the foot stool!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!

[@HandmadebyYingwithDonna]

Love the summer clean out clean up and sell off. I love a space set up for working with ease so I can relax and sew. I love all your stash busters . String piecing is my go to stash buster. 💜 add in I enjoy donation quilts

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks Donna! A string quilt is definitely on my bucket list! The first one I tried I didn’t love the colours but I think I will try again with some different strips maybe!

[@HandmadebyYingwithDonna]

@@ScrapFabricLove I’m thinking if using this time ~ light colors to blocks then Med colors to blocks and dark’s using up over goodness knows how long making same size ones, then adding a sashing to bring it all together. Maybe a year long project but a run way to use up

[@HandmadebyYingwithDonna]

@@ScrapFabricLove I’m thinking if using this time ~ light colors to blocks then Med colors to blocks and dark’s using up over goodness knows how long making same size ones, then adding a sashing to bring it all together. Maybe a year long project but a run way to use up

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Sounds great!

[@Charlie-tb6un]

Love the baby cube! Totally making that!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Glad you liked it!

[@robineasley491]

Great ideas ... keep them coming!!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Aw thanks!

[@judywymore8867]

Love your ideas. I used a lot of my small bits and pieces to stuff a dog bed (no quilting). It is about a meter and a half square. Loosely stuffed, but still very heavy. I am going to try your footstool. Thanks for sharing your experiences with us.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks for watching! Love that you stuff dog beds!

[@janetcozens5756]

What a brilliant idea so so clever You have many many talents👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💕💕💕💕💕💕😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁'

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!

[@kerrydean6505]

lovely quilt by the way

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!!

[@elmyra.jackson]

Sis,you are so creative and inspiring. That quilt is amazing! My mind is already turning with quilt ideas💙💙

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Aw thanks so much! You are so encouraging! 💕

[@elmyra.jackson]

@@ScrapFabricLove You're so welcome!! I enjoy your videos. Keep 'em coming💙💙😊

[@roseswalls3468]

I LOVE the orphan block quilt, too. I love the back, too.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Aw thanks! Didn’t think anyone but my husband would like the back 😂

[@Kay-du4ll]

Just gotta say - I loved this entire video!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much!

[@LynndeeG]

LOVE LOVE LOVE all the stash busting ideas...thank you for sharing! Also love the idea of using the accuquilt dies to trim up 4 patch blocks, or any blocks for that matter! What a time saver!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much! Glad you liked them!

[@janicec1196]

Great ideas! And your husband's quilt is beautiful. My go to is string blocks. I always have a big stack of those ready whenever I need a quilt in a hurry for a gift or charity. They are so bright and cheerful. I pass on fabric I don't want to my s-i-l who makes pillows, quilts, etc, and Barbie clothes for charity. Tiny scraps go to a friend who takes them somewhere to be turned into insulation. I love that it all gets used. Thanks for all your inspiration.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Those all sound like brilliant ideas! Thanks!

[@stitchinginthebarn8307]

Awesome video! That was a lot of stash busting ideas! I'm in the middle of busting my stash so you really helped a lot. I got a couple of the 3 yard quilt books from Fabric Cafe. They have a YT channel and a free pattern that you can try. I needed ideas for the orphan blocks and less than 1 yard cuts. Thank you so much for sharing! I might try that footstool to use up scraps from my mens dress shirts leftovers. Have a great day!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yeah! Glad you got some ideas from it! Good luck with your stash busting!

[@themirrorimagestitcher]

The orphan block quilt is you to a T and can totally see why your husband would claim it. The stories behind each block is what adds so much intrinsic value 🤩 The heart pillows are great. I think it makes a perfect car napping pillow. The V fits right into the neck offering support for long vehicle travel.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! And good idea about the car! I’ll make sure they bring them next time we go on a long journey.

[@colleenbaker2310]

I'm making an Orphan Block quilt now :) I've had blocks in a tote for years and decided I need to just sew them together and I'm loving it. Yours is great!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! I’m sure yours will turn out amazing and it does feel nice to just get all that stuff used!

[@mambakind]

LOL What a fun video! Thanks!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!

[@helentucker2060]

I totally love 💕 the cubes!!! You are really very motivating!!! Thank you for the wonderful ideas. I’m starting to think about Christmas gifts!! I’m thinking of journal book covers, needle books, knitters book. Also I’m working on gift bags!!!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! So glad you got some ideas from this!

[@kerrydean6505]

WOW you have been so busy!! Love it all

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!!

[@angesews8110]

Loved watching you with Sean. Love the things you've made with your odds and ends

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much! That was a fun chat with Sean.

[@dixiedean1188]

I love your orphan block quilt! It is very inspiring! You helped get my day off to a better start😀

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! Enjoy the rest of your day!

[@kathyb.8769]

you are just precious! I love all of your ideas! I love that you keep it real and I found myself smiling along with you throughout the entire video. Don't ever change! Looking forward to your next video!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Aw thanks so much Kathy!

[@ShadowMoonFarms]

Cool ideas. Thank you

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! Glad you liked them!

[@laurastratton8614]

Great Ideas. I especially love the fleece heart pillows. I'm going to try that with my grands next week. And I'm a HUGE AccuQuilt fan. I loved seeing those ideas. I only use AQ for cutting blocks.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much! So happy your going to try it with the grandkids!

[@sadiejosiemom]

So many great ideas!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!!

[@nancyw7431]

This was a wonderful video. I loved your fun suggestions, your way of keeping and using every single thing you might have thrown away, and I love your sense of humor. Your children are lucky to have such a crafty and creative mom. Thanks for your ideas.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Aw thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it and very kind of you to take the time to leave such a nice comment! Thanks! 💕

[@pammeinzer8178]

Yours ideas are really good.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks!!

[@treyshields7848]

Love love love this video! Your orphan Block quilt is wonderful, an art piece! I have been wanting to make a foot stool and now know just how I’m going to do it! Thanks for the great idea. I love the bean bags you and darling son created as well!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks so much! Good luck with your footstool! Hope it turns out the right size 😉

[@pammeinzer8178]

I don't know what the name is but I was going to make coasters out of it. It really was mad at myself for messing it up. My husband said he wanted it. Never know.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes you just never know!

[@desleybartlett322]

Hi Kristen love all your projects for using up scraps. I was wondering what are those clips you have hanging your quilt up. Thanks Desley

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Hi - they are wooden quilt hangers. I got a huge lot of them secondhand on eBay but they look the same to me as the ones sold by Prym if that helps.

[@s.amyett3635]

I enjoyed your seeing your completed projects, thank you! Are you happy with your Pfaff machine? Thanks!

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Thanks! Yes still happy with it but also still getting familiar with it. I’ll do a review when I’ve had it a while longer.

[@guesswhonancy9028]

Good morning

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Morning!

[@brendabiffibaldovino8306]

💗💗💗

[@ScrapFabricLove]

💕

[@mambakind]

Classic husband comment, "It has a lot of blue in it." I guess that's the name of the quilt too. "Lots of Blue" You'll laugh every time you read it.

[@ScrapFabricLove]

Yes he comes out with those kinda lines pretty often 😂

[@janeanndouglas9231]

I know I’m not very good with tech stuff but I couldn’t find your link for USA charity groups…😵‍💫

[@ScrapFabricLove]

It’s in this post: scrapfabriclove.com/sewing-for-charity/

[@ndlz1]

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