Simple Quilt using 2 1/2 inch STRIPS! First in a series of scrappy projects to use your stash!

First project in a series using 2 1/2 inch strips to make scrappy quilts! This will be a great way to make beautiful, scrappy, quilts. My goal is to use up strips that have accumulated in my lifetime of quilting!
I've challenged myself to do a new project each month using only 2 1/2 inch strips from my scrap buckets. I have always saved leftover strips from projects and cut up small leftover fabric from yardage into 2 1/2 inch strips and put them in a bucket for some "future" project . The future is now! It is time to tame the scrap bucket and use up these strips. I'll always have a scrap bucket of strips because I'm constantly adding to it but I want to get it down to just ONE bucket instead of three! This series will last until I'm down to one bucket. Let's be honest, it will take at least 2 years to use up enough strips to make a difference! So join me on this project adventure to use up fabric scraps!
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[@philliperay9157]

I'm 83 and have TONS of scraps. But I make any size little blankets and donate them to my local animal shelters, I can't take my fabric stash with me so I'm making random style quilts. Besides the animals don't complain. Besides now they have something that belongs to them. Use towels as batting. They will love you for it.

[@reesegilbert]

Thank you for doing that. ❤

[@szelop]

I also make kennel quilts for rescue groups! I love making them!

[@lokimajik2006]

I was just thinking of trying to use towels as batting on my small quilts. I have the same issue, lots of fabric I inherited from my mom. She decided she's going to retire from sewing and gave me all her sewing machines, notions, scraps and fabric. I've been sewing 4 years now and have not made a dent lol.

[@vickianderson1324]

Trying to get enough scraps

[@NotAsItSeems]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@margaretswann3634]

I really enjoyed your video and way of teaching. I am new to quilting. The donated fabric scraps I was given I quilt together into totes and purses. I take half the money I receive and buy broad cloth solid colors with to to make the backing for scrappy quilts. I then give those quilts to the homeless shelter nearby. I live in Mississippi, and between the hurricanes and tornados, many people of all walks of life find themselves in a shelter. The workers see my truck and cone out eagerly to help me unload. It is contagious to give to others. I'll try your scrappy quilt suggestion. I subscribed so I can learn more from you.

[@carmenfelts2125]

You saved me from insanity! I have been a quilter for 30yrs. You can imagine how many buckets of scraps I have collected. I saved them to make a scrappy quilt someday, but until now I didn’t know where to begin. Thank you for sharing your ideas. I look forward to the next project ❤

[@thequiltedforest]

You are so welcome!

[@patriciaemeigh4370]

I think a scrappy quilt using shades of autumn leaves would be beautiful.

[@lynnkraus6715]

Great video. So clear. Color suggestion: what I call 'juicy' - orange, yellow, green, and I throw in some raspberry for the punch of color.

[@karenstclair3725]

I am one of those people who has trouble sewing random strips or squares together. You are so right that it takes a lot of time to not be random!! I am tryin this technique with my strips! Thanks for making it look easy to randomly come up with something lovely if you keep the color palette small. Can't wait to see more of your ideas!

[@rosincox9799]

I enjoyed this tutorial .No endless chatter .The whole video was pecise and to the point .Beautiful end results .Subscribed .

[@linhdasagen6498]

100% Endless chatter channels...I zone out.

[@margaretaogurkow1114]

I have leaned a lots thank you for smart sewing I ove all your saving time quilting

[@joantabb3062]

Fantastic!!! I make scrappy quilts for charity, Foster kids. Each month I choice a different theme. August is 2 1/2" strips. You have given me some good ideas. I look forward to more videos. 👍👍👍

[@lindapoe4124]

I too enjoyed this tutorial. Never even thought about making a scrappy quilt, but after watching you make this one I am hooked!

[@chelseagradney3341]

Wow. That looks great. Your technique would make a great border. Also, getting out of your comfort zone is a great idea. I am referring to the paper bag method. The whole idea of quilting comes from using leftovers. Thank you for sharing.

[@leannemori9688]

I love to watch you make these scrap quilts. And you are so pleasant to listen to.

[@donnastjules8157]

It turned out really nice. Who would have thought that all those scraps would become such a nice quilt!

[@kathrynamador7652]

❤

[@celieaguayo9000]

I absolutely love that blue and green. Those are like my two favorite colors was beautiful. Nice job using up your scraps.!!

[@judithburke1539]

I also like that she used black as an accent color! It really added a richness to all the other colors.

[@romonaelrod7870]

Very pretty quilt. I have always loved blues and greens together. I am looking forward to your future projects. I love scrappy quilts.

[@marshawallace7522]

I too prefer "planned scrappy" quilts. I love the blues and greens that you used in this quilt. I might do a similar project sewing 4 or more strips together allowing me to cut larger squares so I have fewer seams. I look forward to your next tutorial.

[@marciabrown3148]

I love scrappy projects, especially smaller ones.

[@maureenhebert7673]

This is excellent! I’m in the process of organizing all my scraps and by the end I think I’ll have enough scraps for 100 quilts!! Omg it’s ridiculous. This makes it seem doable to make a bunch

[@zenaduran2371]

Love how the colors look beautiful together ❤️ the little scraps make GREAT pillow stuffing. I just made 2 pillows and added some essence oils that will offer a nice aroma in the room Thanks for sharing 👍

[@KumaSews]

Ahhh… I feel like I can join you in making something with ALL those scraps I’ve been saving! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@JesusisKing222]

I, too, am new to your channel! These random scrappy projects are so liberating some how! Not to mention, all I’ve got time and brain space for at the moment! Thank you for the tutorial!

[@Woodchuck2023]

First time I have come across your channel. Loved the simplicity of your directions and the unique creation using various fabrics left over from other projects. Nicely done. Looking forward to more of your pieces.

[@michelepuluti7807]

Very nice! I like using scraps to create a nice project! Great idea!

[@cathyphegley7848]

You a crazy woman🤣I love it! So am I! Love this idea. At first I was …you’re not ironing everything first? But after watching I thought…hey the heck with it just try it. It’s fun🥳. And my scrap heap will thank me. Making quilts to give to the hospital…….💕

[@thequiltedforest]

Love it!!

[@malusantos1551]

Very clever way of using left over fabrics. Thank you for showing us how to do it. 👏🏻💕

[@shirleyarcher6646]

Love your video. Scrappy quilts are beautiful and very satisfying. Thank you for this. I’m looking forward to more.

[@angieallen4884]

Nice job! Love the advice to use a paper bag if overthinking is involved; great tip. Looking forward to next month's offering. Thank you!

[@patriciacclark7563]

What a wonderful way to sew up those strips. I sew for a group that donates quilts to needy groups. Thank you so much for this idea. Love it.

[@lindaoctavio734]

I love that you used every bit of fabric! Beautiful!

[@jessicamartindale2926]

Love the final products!! We call the last bits "crumbs". Crumbs are great for stuffing dog beds. Thank you for sharing.

[@cindymckenna9910]

An idea I have for the crumbs is to use mod podge and glue the crumbs onto a painting canvas to make an abstract art piece.

[@lindsayschilling8707]

​@cindymckenna9910 Great idea! I'm an Artist (painter) that also quilts. This is a fabulous idea. Hmmm, my brain just went into overdrive: paint and fabric combined on a canvas!!?!! Thank you for the inspiration! ❤

[@aqtnsd]

I always save those last tiny pieces into a bag and use later for stuffing when I make floor pouf cushions for my classroom! Thanks for making this playlist. My scrap bins will be used up, yay!

[@roxiefonohema9019]

It turned out pretty cute! It will keep someone warm and maybe put a smile on their face. 😋 Nice job!

[@jeannereinisch114]

That quilt is very pretty…the dark going through it makes it POP

[@judyhotmer2470]

I sure enjoyed your scrap busting project. I have more 2 1/2" strips than I thought and this is be perfect for me to use for Project Linus charity quilts. Thank you for sharing. Looking forward to more!

[@user-oj7tf6xg1e]

Brilliant video! Thank you Shelly, I needed to be inspired to use up my 2.5 strips making charity quilts. Looking forward to the next in the series. I follow your monthly UFO challenge and monthly basket quilt blocks. Keep up the good work.

[@stitchann]

Love the blues and greens, so cool and calming. Can't wait for next month.

[@Kitty-kitty297]

I on purpose only make scrappy quilt, so I love seeing videos like this

[@rimmon24]

all mine are crumb or scrappy...i love it....

[@suelee6543]

I've been quilting about 20+ years, and I would say that I really don't like scraps. So I have just been throwing scraps in bins. Finally, I decided I needed to clean up. I've been cutting 5in and 2.5 in strips and squares since March. I figured I had about 4 bins, and then it looked like 8 bins like yours. Now I think am Almost coming to the end at about twice that, I have a few more bins to go. I am never going to let my scraps get so far away from me. Thank you for the inspiration for using up all those scraps! I😊

[@user-ks3yf5bu3s]

@@rimmon24 Me too!

[@M-hc9xm]

It's a good thing I like scrappy quilts, this one is a great idea. I am using my cotton scraps from years of sewing to make 6x6 blocks of different scrap block ideas. When I get enough, they'll become a quilt.

[@tlfamily1]

Idea: I'd love to see an idea for Xmas scraps.

[@user-cy8oh3bm1o]

What a brilliant way to use your scraps. A beautiful quilt. 😊

[@debbieekes5718]

I really need ideas to use up my scraps. Thank you for doing this series. Mindless sewing is my preferred quilting these days. This is right up my alley.

[@malindazemrose]

Nice ,thank you.

[@lindsayschilling8707]

Mindless sewing is Great! No stress, just sewing. End result: a gorgeous Quilt that you will always Love 😊

[@madelenelambkin1352]

That was a wonderful use of scraps! The quilt turned out very pretty. Makes me want to get into my scrap basket!

[@debl-s5677]

Wonderful idea! Can't wait to see the next one too! One idea you could try is an autumn-themed quilt. This is the time to make one, well before the days get cool. I also love blue & yellow quilts, & jewel tones.

[@joananddavidcollins8711]

I am a new quilter and this quilt so lovely and simple has inspired me. I will try to do one as I have a lot of material from my sewing days. I have subscribed, so I look forward to your next video. Love it.

[@swalker7900]

What a great idea to both use up scraps and to produce a unique but easy charity quilt. Looking forward to viewing your upcoming projects.

[@helenj4318]

This could be fun as a QAYG! Use those machine embroidery designs. Fun and pretty

[@Lorij83]

I love scrap quilts. I made a pouf and stuffed it with my little scraps that wouldn’t be used for anything else. It is heavy and pretty stable.

[@user-gg5zt4bb8e]

I just found your channel this morning. Love the scrappy 2 1/2 " strip quilt! Your instructions are so clear. Thank you!

[@rhonda8231]

It came out so pretty. I just love it.... I am awestruck at how many strips you have. That is a crazy amount. It didn't seem like you had enough to make a quilt. I am just amazed at people who can make scrappy quilts. They turn out so beautiful, I am too obsessive to make them personally. I wish I could do that.

[@teresabaez6925]

Hola ,me pasa lo mismo que a ti, me complicó mucho con los diseños, y así rudimentarios quedan hermosos 😊

[@susanmckenney2465]

Scrappy quilts are my favorite no matter what the era or pattern. Scrap bin is overflowing - time to just do it! Amazing video. Thanks!

[@sandracampbell548]

Thanks for this. I'm a beginner and was put off with all the tiny pieces that had to be cut and sewn, now this is great. Thankyou, Thankyou, Thankyou 😊

[@thequiltedforest]

Wonderful!

[@tdriscollch1]

This quilt turned out beautifully! I’ve been looking for an easy project to do with my sisters and nieces. This is it!

[@susanowen1709]

That turned out so beautiful! Puts me in mind of a lily pond with all the shades of blue & green, and bits of lighter colors here and there.

[@florencemontague2281]

I enjoyed your scrappy 2 1/2 inch quilt sew very much!! very inspirational and gives me ideas what I can do with a bunch of 2 1/2 inch pieces I have. Thank you very much❤

[@thequiltedforest]

You are so welcome!

[@Joyti1517]

So happyI found you in my feed, you have inspired me to start quilting again 😀

[@roseannhartman3753]

What a beautiful quilt! Thank you so much for sharing this technique! I am very new to quilting but hopefully someday I’ll have enough scraps to try this.😊. My friend who is teaching me to quilt made the cutest dog bed and filled it with those tiny scraps you had at the very end of the video. Like you, she is very creative!! Thanks again for sharing this with us!

[@lindsayschilling8707]

Welcome to the Quilt World! It's a fun & rewarding place to be. Quilt away Sister ❤

[@michelleinScotland]

What a great idea. I don't have as many 2 1/2 inch strips as you but I could certainly adapt this to make a quilt; thank you 🙂

[@patriciaratchford2826]

You have such a pleasant voice for this! Also love your quilt!

[@maryl9601]

I have to use the fabric I have. I make care quilts and I need no thinking scrap quilts. Thank you I have many 2 1/2 in strips. That is beautiful. Great ideas

[@amandaaskew7606]

I absolutely love how your quilt, pillow, and glasses case turned out! Very fun!

[@Jabezgirl57]

I have 221 sections done on day 2! I used blue and green like you did and I’m excited to get this done. I plan to donate it. Did not make a dent in my scrap bin tho😂 thank you for this!

[@ksandry1]

Great idea , I love scrap quilts thank you for the video.

[@amybiblewski6038]

Your quilt looks great. Sometimes simple patterns are the best.

[@kathleenmorgan3933]

That was amazing , a quilt worthy of any bed, most impressed

[@sallyb8919]

That was a lovely tutorial to watch. Thank you and I’m looking forward to next months already! ❤🎉

[@sheilakethley5351]

I’d love to see red/orange/yellow, as I’m stuck in a life long blue green rut! I love this quilt!

[@diannenaworensky6698]

Thank you for the inspiration. I have subscribed

[@carmenbailey1560]

Fantastic quilt, great ways to conquer your scrap pile Thanks for sharing 👍❤️😊

[@conniehubbard2142]

Loved watching this!! What a great way to use scraps, and your quilt and pillow turned out beautifully.

[@barbarasinopoli7690]

For color palettes, I love blues, grays, and turquoise, with orange for pop. Or red and pink is always lively. Red, pink and orange for some real pizazz

[@joanndavenport8580]

I love the tool you used for cutting the chained pieces apart. Love the finished pieces.

[@joannamartin7641]

What was the cutting tool called?

[@bhquilter]

It's called Blade Saver. Put a used rotary blade inside.

[@juliaraley9563]

What a great project! I love the colors….can’t wait to see your next strip-stash buster

[@tootsiequilt]

I'm impressed! That quilt is absolutely beautiful! ❤

[@saundraweed9738]

Great ideas and instructions. Super easy to follow. Love the idea of coordinating colors to make a more cohesive look. It’s a more thoughtful presentation.

[@user-ol7uy3gp5b]

July is a bit away...but a red, white, & blue for the 4th of July Holiday...or even a donation quilt to a veteran. Love scrappy ideas!

[@nafisahhamat]

I like the way you work And made good result

[@kerrywalker3005]

Both projects turned out gorgeous! I love how you help us use our scraps. Thanks for another great video!

[@kristyfolsom3218]

I would love to see a Christmas one!!!

[@michelepierce4454]

Blue and green are my favorite colors together

[@juanita542]

Very nice. I am in the process of doing scrappy quilts so this will be my next one.I am 93 yrs old ,so I have a lot of scraps. 😅

[@ksharpe8137]

Wow! That’s a lot of scraps! Good for you for using them to make such a beautiful quilt! I really watching enjoyed the process and appreciate all the little tips. New subscriber here ❤

[@jenny154]

Beautiful I love scrappy quilts. I would love to see a yellow scrappy project.

[@lindaedwards9756]

That is beautiful. I’m kinda new to quilting, I’ve done a few small ones. But definitely a beginner with much to learn. Starting to collect a substantial amount of scraps and happy for ideas . You make it look easy .

[@sheilacarroll7143]

I love the way the quilt came out! 💟 Who would have thought that beautiful quilt was made from scraps? Thank you for sharing. 😊🌹🦋

[@mary2240]

Your quilt turned out really pretty! I haven’t been quilting long enough to have much left over fabric but I’m definitely going to do this when I have enough.

[@karentzn]

Again you have excellent tips for us all. Thank you for sharing. This quilt is stunning. I agree with you in not focusing on which fabric is next to which when you have created your first fabric dark/light sets. Guess where I’m headed?

[@villagesteader3552]

I will admit…scrappy is impossible for me! I will have to try the paper bag method. Love it!♥️👍

[@lawandaweiss1193]

Love that little green cutter. That is cool.

[@thequiltedforest]

I love it!

[@sonyamah5444]

This is awesome, I have a big collection of 2.5 strips as well- so excited to see what is next.. I hope you plan on doing other precuts as well!!

[@omari4238]

So beautiful I was amazed how you did not lay the blocks out to see what type of pattern they would go in and I must say it looks absolutely beautiful ❤

[@karencross1964]

There I was saying, ' why put that green with that green, when there are other colors?' Me OVER THINKING. The end result proves your point. Truly a lovely quilt. I don't see this as scrappy, just a nice combination of blues and greens. I can see a way forward by using less colors in my scrappy quilts. Scrappy to me always meant every color in the rainbow had to be present. Looking forward to the rest of the basket quilts.

[@user-fd2uj8iu4e]

So glad that I have found you. Such a great tutorial and I love your to the point teaching method. I have subscribed and look forward to watching more and getting some great ideas. Thank you.

[@judithcordell1139]

I loved this. Simple but very easy with pleasing results.

[@GypsyinAus]

Omg that quilt turned out fabulous! ❤

[@DianneHuling]

The quilt group I belong to decided to use jellyrolls that were donated to us to make quilts for charity. Your quilt reminded me of that project. We took the strips as they came off the roll and sewed them all together end to end. Then we cut the strip in half, sewed 2 strips together, cut them in half, sewed them together until we had a piece that was four strips wide. It measured 8 1/2 ". Next step was to cut that strip into 8 1/2" pieces and sew them together alternating the squares to form a pattern 6 squares wide by 7 squares long. Loved watching your video. Thanks. Looking forward to the next one.

[@peacelilym]

So beautiful quilt, you give me hope to try making something like this beautiful quilt

[@lindalosier5989]

Love how it turned out!! Thanks for a great tutorial.

[@delaynec]

Love it! Can’t wait to see what’s next!

[@maureenabramson4224]

Wonderful! The quilt is so lovely and it's all from scraps! I save my scraps too and think it might be time to do this as well. Thank you for this great video. Looking forward to more.

[@patriciamclaughlin7862]

Love it. Will have to pull out my scrap bins to give this a try! Thank you.

[@annablock8037]

Love this video. I do like an organized scrappy. The fact you used blue and green made it more organized than just all colors together. Easier for the eye sometimes.

[@rhondahallet8413]

Love this tutorial. Your instructions are so conclude and easy to follow. I am new to your channel and I am impressed. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.

[@vivianjones9130]

That is beautiful and I enjoyed the video. You gave me the want to get my scraps sewn together. Hope you have a great day.

[@arashid3989]

Great job. I am going to do the same thing. ❤thank you so much