Scrapbusters – Page 17

Tutorial: Scrap fabric memory game

November 18, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Turn your fabric scraps into a memory game for the kids to play. And unlike the cardboard versions, these won’t get dogeared from repeated use. Becky from U Create shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how you… Read more ...

Tutorial: Upcycled fabric Christmas cards from your tiniest scraps

November 13, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Jen from Faith and Fabric uses her tiniest fabric scraps – the ones most of us would toss – to create upcycled greeting cards. The tiny fabric pieces are layered and sewn together to create a new fabric, from which… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap fabric Christmas tree ornaments

November 12, 2015 by Anne Weaver

These Christmas tree ornaments are easily made from your scrap fabrics. Becky from U Create shares a tutorial at Riley Blake Fabrics showing how you can make them. This would be easy to make in large quantity by piecing longer… Read more ...

Tutorial: Secret pocket lanyard

November 8, 2015 by Anne Weaver

This secret pocket lanyard is an easy way to carry ID and a little bit of cash around with you. You can also use it as a mini wallet inside a larger bag. It’s a great gift idea for teachers,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap flannel handwarmers

November 4, 2015 by Anne Weaver

What feels more cozy in the fall than flannel? Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods shows how you can use scraps of flannel to make handwarmers. Just heat them in the microwave and tuck them into your coat pocket on a cold… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrappy tufted pincushion

November 3, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Vicky from Mad for Fabric shares a tutorial for making a scrappy tufted pincushion. She includes a free pattern. The tufted button center and stitches around the wedge shaped pieces give it a pretty flower shape. If you have small… Read more ...

Tutorial: Quilt-as-you-go pot holder with pocket

November 3, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Deby from So Sew Easy shows how you can use a quilt-as-you-go technique to create a pot holder from your fabric scraps. They’re a generous 9″ square, with a pocket on the back for your hand. Make a few to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap fabric braided friendship bracelets

November 2, 2015 by Anne Weaver

These braided scrap fabric friendship bracelets look like they would be so much fun to make – and to give! Kate from See Kate Sew shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how you to make them. Click… Read more ...

Tutorial: Patchwork and pom pom tea towels

October 30, 2015 by Anne Weaver

You can use your fabric scraps and some pom pom trim to make pretty patchwork tea towels for your kitchen. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how to do it. With the pom pom trim, they’re probably… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tied fabric scrap wreath

October 27, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can make a tied fabric scrap wreath. Make it in earth tones for a lovely autumn wreath! All you need is gardening wire (or a clothes hanger) and strips of… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Scrap Fabric Dresden Apron

October 12, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how you can create this scrappy Dresden apron. The apron is pieced from strips of fabric. You can use a pre-cut roll of fabric strips, or just raid your scrap bin to find some strips. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Laminate liberty scrap zippered pouch

October 4, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Vicky from Mad for Fabric came into some tiny Liberty scraps. Liberty fabric is like gold for sewists – even the tiniest scraps. Vicky used some iron-on vinyl to turn these tiny scraps into a patchwork zippered pouch. The iron-on… Read more ...

Tutorial: Speedy Patchwork Tote in 3 Sizes

October 3, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can make her Speedy Patchwork Tote in 3 sizes. Her patchwork method makes quick work of sewing all those squares together. And check out the perfectly matched corners! The small tote measures … Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap busting owl pouch

September 30, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how you can make this adorable owl zippered pouch – and use up some of your smaller fabric scraps in the process. Each of the feathers is made from a different scrap… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrappy Trim Pillow

September 21, 2015 by Anne Weaver

A scrap trim pillow like this one is a fun way to use your tiniest fabric scraps. I’m loving the mix of color and pattern and shape! Jennifer Jangles shares a tutorial showing how to make it over at The … Read more ...