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[@melanienicholson2834]

yes I want to make a scrap quilt and yes I save scraps. But I also crazy quilt, which uses the scraps. I also make crafts and journal covers with scraps. Not all quilters just quilt. I have also made material out of scraps and they make beautiful pillows. I know its beyond scrap quilting but I enjoy doing all of these. right now Im doing hexi needle books out of scraps and old clothing that is still usable. I enjoy just using the fabric to see what I can create....so much fun.

[@annhinz6326]

I am totally with you. I find that crumb quilting is a stress buster. I don't even care what comes of them but I do use them to practice free-hand quilting. My mom actually loves them and requests crumbs in table toppers, purses etc. I also like the randomness of sizes. I'm sorry, but everything 2.5 in squares is boring.

[@maryjacobs7046]

I'm definitely a Wannabe! I've made a grand total of 3 quilts in my life; and I hate to throw away anything that could conceivably be used. Some day I will have enough scraps to make a beautiful scrap quilt! That's gonna take a few more finished projects...

[@daniellewilson4778]

I’m an occasional scrapper. I make a couple scrappy quilts per year, and keep only the precut sizes. The trick for me is to make sure that I don’t have more scraps than my bins will hold. If they start getting to be too much, I stop the non-scrappy projects and start a scrappy one to get it back under control.

[@dianebevans6864]

I am a scrap queen. And last year your organizing by color and size really helped me. I like to be able to pull the scraps by color.. I like doing organized scrap quilts, but I also like the mindless activity of crumb or scribble quits with the little pieces. My big problem now is to go and use up those orphan blocks.

[@carolynstegall7000]

I love the analogy to vegetable scraps...I save 1.5, 2 ,2.5 and 3.5strips

[@laurabuchanan8501]

I love making crumb quilts! I also follow Lori Holt's scrap system and scrap buster videos. The smaller bits I put into a fleece "pillow case" like shape and make into pet beds. You should make a crumb quilt as a monthly sew a-long! Thanks for everything you do, you have made my quilting world a wonderful place to be!

[@teresaholder750]

I am a scrap wanna be. I’ve started cutting up my scraps into sizes from 1” to 5”. I’m keeping them in baskets organized by color. Can’t wait to start a quilt. I came upon Lori Holt recently and became hooked on wanting to do scrappy. Then I found you! Love you both. I love your videos and projects.

[@barbarahaymann-diaz8418]

This is the best video ever on dealing with scraps and helping quilters figure out their IQ. I have always felt guilty because scraps are overwhelming to me whereas many of my quilting buddies are doing magical quilting projects with them. Your comments were liberating to me!!

[@dianaballew6329]

Hi Pat...I have tons of scraps. I am currently making my third scrap quilt using coordinated colors for each block. I haven't had a good storage system for my scraps; but I intend to create one, using your suggestions. For now, I am keeping those coordinated fabric groups together in small bundles to make other scrap quilts without having to go through the time-consuming process of choosing colors all over again. Once my scrap collection whittles down, I'll cut everything left over into pre-cut sizes. For me, it is a relief to use up my scraps before starting a quilt with new fabrics. I sure enjoy your teaching style and your creative, fun spirit!

[@karenkluwin8856]

I'm an occasional scrap quilter. The most beloved one I made was for my daughter....it was a nickel quilt patter "Four Patches and Friends". I used scraps of colors and neutrals - a lot of them, as she wanted a king size quilt. Finished size was 105" square. So bright and colorful.

[@awa1179]

This was a great chat. Thank you for helping me give myself permission to let my scraps go! ☺️

[@donnarossignol5695]

I cannot imagine ever getting rid of any fabric that I have. I’m hooked. I’m eyeing women’s dresses and tops thinking ohh I’d love that material.

[@jerrimanning7190]

I've never made a scrap quilt. I began making The Splendid Sampler with scraps. I set that project aside and began making specific projects. I still consider that project A UFO, because I've yet to pick it back up and work on it, though the intentions have been there. I've produced so many more scraps since that project started!! Last year when you did the scrap organization, I meant to get in my studio and organize my scraps. Ugh... meant to and didn't. I've got so many bins of scraps now, I'm overwhelmed. So, I must create a management system to get my scraps in a useable state!

[@lucillecastonguay246]

I'm not a professed scrap quilter. I am a scrap saver. I cannot throw out scraps. I have 2 x 2 in , 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 in , 4 in, 5 in, and an odd size scrap tote. My granddaughter, at age 14, made a 9-patch of 4 in scraps as her first quilt and repeated through out the process that she loves scraps. So this tells me my time is not wasted in creating this variety of scraps. Nice to know a Scrap Queen.

[@jackschade9320]

I’m a guilt scrap quilter. I feel guilty about those scraps and so I make a scrap quilt and give it to charity.

[@kathykent2567]

I love scrap quilts. I have fabric from at least 20 years ago. I do make quilts from coordinating fabric also and use my yardage to put some coordination in the quilt. I have found that if I buy yardage off the bolt, I always buy least 1/2 yard so I can cut into a layer cake if need be. I sort by yardage, colored scraps, fat quarters by color or collection, jelly strips, 10 in squares, 5 inch squares, and 2 1/2 inch squares. I just started collecting small bits in a container for crumb blocks. I blame that on Pat. Thank you, Pat. I love putting to use all my scraps.

[@EJsDaughter]

I'm a scrap queen. They are easy, minimal measuring and the colors don't care who they sit next to.

[@maryjocloke9115]

Hi Pat, You should add Jolly Bar cuts (5" x 10") to your list of scrap cuts to save. The Jolly Bar books are great for using up this size of scrap.

[@johncinj]

I have never made a scrap quilt, but have always wanted to. After seeing your checkerboard quilts recently, I gathered my scraps together and for the last two days have been salvaging 2-1/2" squares out of the tangle. Thanks for the idea! Now my scraps are neat, organized, and ready to go. Now if I can just figure out what to do with the incorrectly cut strip sets that came from one of the first quilts I made! Still perfectly good fabric (lots of it). They just were cut a smidge too short for what was needed.

[@jeanmclellan1823]

I am an occasional scrapper I purchase fabric by only a handful of designers so my fabrics all tend to work together. Sometimes I start a quilt with a fat quarter bundle if a particular collection but often I go straight to my scraps and fat quarter collection to make a quilt

[@judyl3492]

I have made way to many scrap quilts and 2021 is the year of no scrap quilts. Giving myself a break from them. I packaged up scraps and gave them to charity. Feel a weight taken off me and know they will be doing good for the less fortunate. Now I can concentrate on what I want to do. Great video. Thanks

[@suzannrogers1150]

Love, love, love this video! Scrap quilts are my passion. Thank you for the ideas.

[@Perenniallady57]

Very useful video, thank you for taking the time to help us through allllll our scraps! We love you too!

[@jackiemobley8529]

Thanks, Pat! I'm an occasional scrapper. This video was very informative. I'm actually trying to organize my fabric and scraps now.

[@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509]

So much fun! Thank you for posting this video!

[@janiceideus2656]

I love making quilts. Some even though they are a particular pattern they are still scrappy. My favorite is the blocks made on paper from MSQC. You get a lot of squares in one package. I have done three quilts using that method and it is a neat way to use up scraps. I start with a 2" white strips, but you could start with any width or color. I just make all of mine white and put them on the diagonal from corner to corner. Then as I have a scrap long enough to make the next strip I add it. Even those little triangles can be used when you get to the last strip. They blocks look a little funky when you first sew them together, but when you trim the edges they are very pretty. You don't have to use the same color strip in the middle of each block, but it does make a neat design when you sew them all together.

[@adelawiley2929]

I am the occasional scrapper, I am in the process of making two tops, right now using my scraps, mostly because I have to get them under CONTROL.. I keep those sizes as well, the pre cut sizes, they are easier to work with for sure. I sew them in the middle of my regular projects..I keep them mostly in clear bins labeled as to what they are.. So I don't have to go crazy looking for what I need.. I do love these topics, I think they are helping us all corral our scraps.. The scrappy projects are wonderful as well..

[@bratmamma]

I’m a scrap dreamer. Thanks for the tips ❤️

[@coreygilles847]

This is cool. I am an occasional scrapper…but I love the idea of many different fabrics all together

[@Cassieboce]

So enjoyed. Thank you.💖

[@jessicamarsh9524]

I’m definitely the scrap Queen lol. I love scraps and make mostly scrap quilts. Crumbs are my favourite 🤣. I know some people think I’m nuts. It makes my heart happy 🥰🥰

[@daphnepayne8613]

Really enjoyed todays video. I love doing scrap quilts

[@donnaforeman2880]

Thanks Pat.

[@lizmckay5812]

Adore this breakdown. So honest and thoughtful. Great tips! Thank you

[@vickiharris5441]

Love today's chat, thank you!! I am a Occasional Queen to in between.

[@coleenturner597]

Occasional scrapper, today was informative. Thanks Pat.

[@carriesaindon5382]

I make controlled scrappy quilts. The fabrics must coordinate with each other. When the top is done I use the leftover fabric in the backing and sometimes the binding.

[@christianetraub6805]

Definitely scrap queen. I only make scrap quilts. The more fabrics the better. I store my fabrics by color.

[@loismartin9031]

Pat, A great organizer system for cutting and storing scraps. Blessings❣️❣️❣️❣️

[@jennifermaddock4382]

I am definitely a Scrap Queen. I always joke that I will die with all my beautiful yardage intact because I'm always playing with my scraps. Every time I go to a guild meeting someone gives me a baggie of batik scraps - love them!

[@dianasalyers8796]

Just found out how much I love scrappy improv quilting.

[@teresahabbe7636]

Yes!!!! I love making scrap anything & Everything!

[@janicescott6127]

Wonderful topic. And excellent advice.

[@lhpfarms01]

Pat, you make me smile every morning!🙂

[@cherylmalinowski7011]

Very helpful. Never thought about it this way.

[@GrannyS217]

Great talk today!

[@lynnehrmantraut9167]

Terrific session!

[@lizzybluerivera4265]

I love scrap quilts because you use the fabric you have. I accuately look for the scrap quilt patterns..

[@dorothymichaelis3018]

I also have been following Bonnie Hunter. I love, love, love scrap quilts!

[@cynthiabaker2794]

Great video! Got me thinking about which direction I wanna go with scraps.

[@leeannroberts9019]

Thank you for your great video! I’m definitely a scrap want to be. I collect them just need to do something with them. Thank you for the tips so very helpful.

[@carolmcqueen3497]

I'm a scrap wanna be. Thanks for helping me think this through. This video helped me sew much. Keep 'me comin'.

[@deborahprairiestitcher]

Thanks for the hints. I am an occassional scrap quilt maker. I like the suggestion of saving precut sizes.

[@jenmckitrick]

I tend toward scrap queen. I find it very relaxing and freeing because I'm not worried about making a mistake, running out, and wasting fabric. It's just scraps! But I do need to get more organized...

[@sarahbotha8090]

I like the bag idea is good.

[@mzpetunia1]

Love scrap quilts, right now I am working on a string quilt.

[@cynthiajones1461]

The scrap queen for sure!

[@susanhopkins26]

Definitely a Scrap Queen!

[@shellyscheuer5538]

I am a scrap queen. Just love them. I have made many all kinds. I save many sizes of squares and strips. Thanks Pat I love your videos. 🥰

[@janetamyotte1588]

Thanks for the info. Just starting to save my scraps so I can start on the right foot. Thanks Pat you do inspire the creative ideas in us.

[@yiayia1071]

Great ideas. Pat, you peg the type of scrape collector very well. I found myself in your explain.

[@JulsErazo]

I loved this video! even I’m new quilting, I now have a big bag full with scraps, so now you gave me the tips to cut in sizes and keep them organized. I hope I can find a super easy Patern to use all my scraps. Thank you Pat!

[@victoriafoley3958]

Love the photos. It was fun to see the area. Love your quilt videos. Now I shall look forward to seeing your photos in addition to your quilts.

[@pe7330]

This was a very helpful video for me. I now know I'm an Occasional Scrapper. Good to know and it helps me with my fabric collection - and what I can really do with the my fabric. Clear eyed and guilt free about my scraps now! Thanks!

[@kathleenfoley1016]

Thank you I'm a want -abee scrapp quilter. I am looking forward to now getting scraps organised

[@nnickerson7636]

I'm an occasional scrapper. I am building up scraps to make a checker board quilt. Love the ones you have made! 😃

[@kimwinn7813]

Love this discussion!!!! I always learn so much from you. I need to organize by size. Thanks

[@karenquilter4101]

Very interesting! As it happens I just started cutting up scraps yesterday. I also started one box of varied width and length strips as I like string quilts. Thanks!

[@sheryllang3062]

Good discussion, and it gave me some good things to think about. I have never made a scrap quilt, but have definitely saved many scraps, with the plan to do one "someday." So you have left me with things to consider. Very helpful! Thank you!

[@marilynm.329]

Loved your breakdown of quilting types! I’m definitely a dreamer..... plus my ASG group is gifted with fabrics all the time. Thanks for the sorting and storage ideas. It really helped.

[@marlenemcculligh8176]

Great video. I’m the scrap queen. Love your quilts.

[@glennamiller7091]

I recently retired and need to organize my scrapes. Thank you for your tips!

[@lauralinash5341]

I am a scrap queen 👸 had to laugh when you said goes through the other quilters discards at retreats. My group knew me, I was offered the cut off triangles 🔺️ from their lucky stars quilt. I preceded to make them into a half square triangle wall hanging. I love love love working with little pieces. Hexagons for Grandmothers flower garden flower 🌼 🌸

[@jamiewillhite6355]

As usual a great topic. I like your idea about precut sizes. I also like some of Lori Holts stash buster. I keep a few sizes so I can make 3 different blocks. I also keep a box of scraps for my Canadian friend who is a scrap queen and makes fabulous quilts. She does alot of charity quilts. Sharing the love of fabric with others brings me joy!

[@yc70jade]

I wished I watched this video before I made my first scrappy quilt. The mountains of little pieces overwhelmed me & I have come to realise I prefer coordinating prints for my projects. I now only keep 2.5" squares but no more 1.5" squares. The scrappy quilt I've made will be gifted.

[@ritaleek4588]

Excellent info for me this morning! I have moved into the stage of occasional scrap quilter. Just picked up my rainbow quilt (2020) from the quilter and have finished another top that echoes pieces of fabrics I have used in quilts. Am suddenly loving the look that says home, comfort, and free creativity. Thank you.

[@donnarichey144]

I love the spiral bound ones because they lay flat.

[@ninathompson1869]

I really enjoyed today’s chat an learnt something new about scrapes and very interested in doing a quilt. I have just started one. Thanks.

[@vickyadams3007]

Loved your video. I' m a Scrap Dreamer, right now I'm working on setting up a sewing station in my bedroom and haven't really had a chance to see at all because of space. Thank You for a Great video!!!

[@susanbrowning4193]

I'm a Queen Scrapper! Love, love, love.

[@susanreynolds4688]

Thank you. This was very helpful. I use my scraps for EPP projects.😊

[@shulamussnug7646]

Really helpful analogies of cutting g up fruits and veggies. I can pitch those little pieces! Thanks.

[@lindazumwalt2123]

I am an occasional scrapper currently working on Traffic Jam. I am also working on cutting and sorting and organizing my scraps.

[@carolgroves3596]

Procrastinating Scrapper!! Thank you for sharing….

[@belindasmith8790]

I do all kinds of quilts and all sizes. I just have 2 bags for scraps, one for solids and one for prints. Then when I started quilting projects (pot holders etc. ) my scraps were seasonal so that needed its own bin. With applique baby quilts, I use precuts. Its all the different types of quilts that I've made, my scraps grew. So of course I love scrap quilts.

[@leighmorris2096]

Thank you so much Pat. This was SO informative! I want to make a scrap quilt some day, just don't have many scraps right now.

[@gwyncorneliusjensen4674]

Scrappy makes me happy. Am a Scrappy Queen and ♥️ them. Scraps were the only material my maternal grandmother had to make quilts with. Have made 4 scrappies so far this year.

[@aliciawhitmer9021]

I'm a scrapper wanna be! I love your little squares quilts and have just starting cutting my scraps into 2 1/2 squares.

[@conniekrinsky4756]

Morning Pat: I enjoyed your take on scrap quilting. I love quilting and will make patterned quilts and scrap quilts also. In fact, I made 3 scrap quilts last year and on the label information, I'm going to include that they were made during the Pandemic of 2020. On down the road, someone might find this information interesting. Thanks for all of your hints and information. All is very helpful. Stay safe....

[@manuelashannon1369]

I use Lori Holt’s scrap processing sizes. I process the straggly edges when I finish a project and put in a bowl and later sort them one evening a week.

[@donnamom6158]

I’m newer to quilting. I’m keeping scraps and just starting to organize them. I want to make some scrap quilts eventually.

[@sharonw.9091]

I made my grandchildren throws for Christmas 2019 and bed quilts this past Christmas. I also made my sons and daughters-in-law throws for their birthdays last year and plan on making them bed quilts for their anniversaries. I am putting together baggies of the scraps from each quilt in case they need mending in the future. You have given me great ideas for my scraps. I have an Accuquilt and now plan on cutting my scraps after completing each quilt. I plan on keeping my less expensive fabrics separate from my quilt shop quality fabric. I enjoy your videos and your great ideas.

[@bkartoz]

I’ve only made one, and it was wonderful. I made a kingsize tulip quilt for my MIL. She loves purple, so I dug out every purple I had!

[@debijean3493]

Pat, loved this! I think I'm the dreamer...I would be a "placed" scrappy quilter! lol I am saving 2.5" squares!!!

[@martyfragale2741]

I loved today's chat about scraps. I'm an occasional scrapper and have made a few...some from Bonnie Hunter's idea and recently 3 doll quilts and a baby quilt from scraps that I picked up from someone at our Guild. I will say I rather have specific size scraps since they are easier to store. Thanks for helping me stay organized with all my fabric...scraps and all.

[@ArtByKarenEHaley]

I have a lot of someone else's rehomed scraps, and I'm in the process of cutting them down into precut sizes because I love scrappy quilts and want to make more of them!

[@stephaniecrabtree4287]

Great topic today! I am a sort of wanabe scrap quilter-I like "controlled" scrap quilts. :-)

[@amylynn1345]

I am an occasional scrap quilter.......I love the way they look. Although I love when I get a bundle that is all from one designer but will put leftovers in my scrap bins. I really need to organize these so I can make better use out of them! Thanks so much for your tips on sizes! ❤️

[@francesanderson9692]

A very helpful video today Pat! I am an occasional scrap quilter. I love organized scrap quilts especially the Log Cabin. I save 1” strips and up. I definitely want to make more scrap quilts! ♥️💕

[@obragg1]

So logical! I just spent a couple of hours cutting my scraps down to standard precut sizes. Also, I’d like to thank you for encouraging us to try the wave quilting stitch on our machines. I just used it on a quilt, and it was just the right thing. I’ve had my machine for probably 25+ years and had never used that stitch!

[@kathilapp1595]

So far I use scraps for pot holders and table toppers!