Projects to Tackle with Scraps of Fabric

Have you ever thought that there are some are too quick to discard things that are beautiful and useful? A meal that is carefully prepared is often thrown out a day or two after preparation. A holiday gift that was thoughtfully given might be seen as trash if it's purpose isn't clear. 

Unfortunately, this same (and occasionally wasteful) principle can also be applied to the world of arts and crafts. The supplies needed to create stunning and innovative pieces are precious and are often a considerable financial investment to those who devote their time to art and creativity. With this in mind, it is best to understand that every ounce of material can and should be used in order to complete any given project. If the fabric, for example, needs to be cut in a specific way, it might be easy to assume that the unused cloth cannot be restored and that it's best to get rid of it. On the contrary! There is much that can be done with scraps of fabric-if not on this project, then the next one! Here are a few things you can do with leftover scraps of fabric:

Fabric Bookmarks

If you have plenty of scrap material, shelves upon shelves of books, and 5-minutes of time, you can make a fabric bookmark for every devoted reader in your life! It’s a great way to add a little bit of personality and flair into your library. 

Sleep Masks

While some might swear the firmness of the mattress or the temperature of a bedroom is the secret ingredient to a perfect sleep, others know that a sleep mask is a perfect way to set the mood to relax. And if you have a sleep mask in a cute pattern? Even better. This small project, according to Martha Stewart, can easily utilize leftover cotton flannel fabric, or any soft fabric that effectively blocks light. 

Lumbar Pillows

Is there anything better than snuggling up to a comfortable, supportive pillow at the end of a long day? Well, if it LOOKS good, that’s ideal! Combine different scrap fabrics (the more diverse patterns and colors, the better) and quilting squares to create an enormous pillow that’s perfect for settling in with your next Netflix marathon. 

Drawstring Pouches

Who DOESN’T want or need a cute bag to store your crafting supplies? Let’s face it; you truly can never have too many! And if Martha Stewart recommends turning scraps of fabric into this useful and beautiful project, why WOULDN’T you give it a try? It’s a craft that doesn’t take too much time, resources, or new materials to get it done quickly and correctly. 

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Sources:

https://www.diyncrafts.com/15703/repurpose/100-brilliant-projects-to-upcycle-leftover-fabric-scraps

https://www.marthastewart.com/1538727/crafts-make-with-leftover-fabric